ProView – Omega Pacific Dura Draw
New routing can be a thankless job. You toil up on the side of a cliff, cleaning, bolting and dreaming up the line you think is good, usually far from the seeing eyes of the masses. If the route is…
ProView Gear Reviews
ProView – La Sportiva Women’s Mutant
When I first saw the La Sportiva Mutants, I thought, hmmm… weird lacing system! I was skeptical of what appeared to be a “gimmicky” new system aimed at making them stand out from other shoes. After a few runs around my neighborhood…
ProView – Evolv Cruzer Slip-On
I don’t sit still very well. Every day, my routine transitions between teaching in a school building, working/training/setting/coaching in a climbing gym, and getting outside at every opportunity, which usually meaning hiking a few miles to clean off new boulder…
ProView – Evolv Cruzer Psyche
When Evolv Cruzers first premiered in the climbing world, they gained attention as an innovative development in climbing footwear. Everyone had been waiting for a streamlined, casual, lightweight approach shoe, but the lack of durability and support left much to…
ProView – Mountainsmith K-9 Dog Pack
This updated Mountainsmith Dog Pack has four adjustable points to keep your favorite Fido chaff–free and well-balanced. It’s also made with sturdy Ripstock nylon and offers plenty of ventilation. What Is It? The 2015 K-9 Dog Pack allows your dog…
ProView – Petzl Nao Headlamp
Let there be light! Thanks to the Petzl Nao, that’s a phrase you get to say anytime the light starts to fade. I’ve been wearing the Nao on a few trips this past month or so and I am a believer.…
FREEDOM RS 130: THE BEST SKI BOOTS OF 2016
The SCARPA Freedom RS 130 wins every major magazine award in 2016. First published Oct. 13th 2015 By SCARPA Four years ago, when our boot designers launched the Freedom Project, we had one goal: make the best alpine/AT hybrid boot in…
ProView – Arc’teryx Acrux FL and Bastion Short
I believe in the little things, things that make my life easier and more efficient. I also believe that because I tore my foot up badly in a groundfall climbing accident, ‘easy’ and ‘shoe comfort’ wouldn’t be used in the…
ProView – Osprey Exos 48
Product Reviewed: Osprey Exos 48 – Size Large – Black/Green Pack Color: Both the black/green and blue/white bags are spot on with the colors shown on the website. Review Length of time: This bag was put to the test…
ProView – Petzl Connect and Dual Connect Adjust
I had plans to travel quite a bit this Fall season to numerous climbing destinations on my way West, chasing both traditional and sport climbing crags. Both of these lanyards are ideal for sport climbing but could be used for…