ProView – Evolv Rebel
As a Registered Nurse, I see countless things that are disturbing and disgusting. Feet being one of them. They cause people pain and discomfort and are just plain weird. It takes energy to find shoes that work. Those of you…
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ProView – Mountainsmith Mayhem 30
Backpacks: the epitome of life. Think about it. Whether you are a professional alpinist, a preschool student or anything in between, you own a backpack. And while backpacks have come a long way from when the first zippered backpack was…
ProView – EXPED Serac 35L Backpack
The waterproof and minimalist backpack ready for your next alpine adventure. The alpine provides conditions that are harsh, and sometimes inhospitable. High winds, cold temperatures, and freezing rain can be common occurrences up high where the trees don’t grow. Despite…
ProView – VOORMI River Run Hoodie
I’ve always been a big advocate for anything that falls into the category of the “Sun Hoodie.” As someone who spends 100+ days in the summer working outside, often for extended periods, it’s inconvenient, and unhealthy to be wearing so…
ProView – G3 Scala LT Climbing Skins
The G3 Scala LT climbing skin is durable and compacts well. It is well thought out and the design makes many improvements on the standard nylon climbing skin that most of us have used over the years. Performance My first…
ProView – Outdoor Research Blackpowder II Jacket + Pants
Together, Outdoor Research’s BlackPowder II Jacket and Pants make a versatile, feature-filled snowsuit that is ready to tackle a variety of conditions both in the backcountry and at the resort. To test it, I wore it backcountry skiing in weather…
ProView – BlackYak Bakosi Jacket
As an ice climber, I am always searching for the perfect quiver of gear that will keep me warm in the coldest environment. Something simple, yet precise, that will provide just the right amount of warmth on high output days…
ProView – Outdoor Research Climbing Glove Round Up
Often overlooked, belay gloves can make or break a day of climbing. From full days at the crag to long multi-pitch routes, belay gloves should always come along in your pack. Nothing ruins a good day of climbing like dirty,…
Meet The 21 Year Old Who Climbed Lhotse and (Almost) Descended On Skis
Picture your average 21-year-old. Are they playing beer pong, eating avocado toast, and spending too much time on instagram? Or are they on a mission to climb the world’s biggest mountains, attempting to make the descent on skis? If they…
ProView – Mountainsmith Mayhem 45 Backpack
Mayhem – a situation in which there is little to no order or control. Every time I pack for a trip, jackets, shirts, and pants are thrown over every chair, and gear covers every inch of the floor. What does…