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ProView – Ortovox Men’s Trad 30 Dry

June 16, 2021June 16, 2021Backpacking and Hiking, Climbing, Ortovox, ProView Gear Reviews Seth King Leave a Comment on ProView – Ortovox Men’s Trad 30 Dry

This backpack is a lightweight and original design that allows for quick approaches and easy access to gear during long climbing routes. The pack lacked durability, and some of the features such as gear straps could be improved upon in…

How to Not Fight With Your Partner at The Crag

June 15, 2021July 20, 2021Outdoor Adventure, Stories Kaya Lindsay Leave a Comment on How to Not Fight With Your Partner at The Crag

Fellow climbers, we’ve all been there. Snapping at your partner for not giving you a tight enough belay, getting frustrated at the anchors when you’re belaying from above, trying to be encouraging when somehow you only start an argument.

ProView – Ultimate Direction Ventro Windshell

May 12, 2021May 11, 2021Backpacking and Hiking, Climbing, ProView Gear Reviews, Running, Ultimate Direction Patrick O’Hare Leave a Comment on ProView – Ultimate Direction Ventro Windshell

This jacket will stay in my arsenal for mild, windy days. With the proper usage and care, I expect this to be a valuable addition to my closet for years to come. 

ProView – Black Diamond Camalot C4

March 18, 2021March 14, 2021Black Diamond, Climbing, ProView Gear Reviews Anna Alewine Leave a Comment on ProView – Black Diamond Camalot C4

Resident dirtbag, Anna Alewine, gives us the lowdown on the Black Diamond C4s

Black Outdoor Creators, Activists, Athletes, and Artists you should follow and support for Black History Month

February 22, 2021February 22, 2021Outdoor Adventure, Stories Kaya Lindsay Leave a Comment on Black Outdoor Creators, Activists, Athletes, and Artists you should follow and support for Black History Month

Get expert buying advice from a resident outdoor pro with this lineup of must-have climbing gear this season.

5 Adventurous Outdoor Valentine’s Day Date Ideas

February 8, 2021February 18, 2021Outdoor Adventure, Stories Kaya Lindsay Leave a Comment on 5 Adventurous Outdoor Valentine’s Day Date Ideas

Get expert buying advice from a resident outdoor pro with this lineup of must-have climbing gear this season.

ProView – Sterling Rope Evolution Helix 9.5 mm

February 3, 2021April 1, 2021Climbing, ProView Gear Reviews, Sterling Joe Anderson Leave a Comment on ProView – Sterling Rope Evolution Helix 9.5 mm

The Sterling helix; “small but mighty”.  Usually, that term is reserved for a cocktail party and snickering amongst friends but in this case, that phrase is exactly what we want to hear. The modern paradigm of climbing ropes has become…

Your Climbing Dirtbag Horoscope for the New Year

January 11, 2021February 12, 2021Outdoor Adventure, Stories Kaya Lindsay Leave a Comment on Your Climbing Dirtbag Horoscope for the New Year

Get expert buying advice from a resident outdoor pro with this lineup of must-have climbing gear this season.

ProView – Wild Country Session

December 16, 2020January 4, 2021Climbing, ProView Gear Reviews, Wild Country Nate Small Leave a Comment on ProView – Wild Country Session

If you want a harness that’s got your back literally and figuratively, this harness does a great job with that. Great overall feel made with quality materials for a complete package with great comfort included. I went on a few…

ProView – Sterling Rope Quest 9.6mm

November 27, 2020January 6, 2021Climbing, ProView Gear Reviews, Sterling Mollie Bailey Leave a Comment on ProView – Sterling Rope Quest 9.6mm

I work and climb in an incredibly harsh environment. I need gear that can stand up to nature’s abuses right there with me. That is why I was stoked to put Sterling’s new line of ropes, the Quest series, to…

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