Archives for May 2013

The Five Ten Gambit rock climbing shoes are the perfect shoes for beginning rock climbers. They’re durable enough to take a beating at the gym or on the rocks. With perforated synthetic leather, they mold to your feet to give you an exact fit so you can get the performance you need out of them. […]

The Five Ten Anasazi is a staple climbing shoe from Five Ten that has been around for ages. The old saying, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, certainly applies here as climbers from all over the world love these. Below are video reviews of the Five Ten Anasazi by people who have owned and […]

The Black Diamond Storm headlamp is a powerful, waterproof headlamp that is able to withstand seriously harsh weather. It comes in 6 different styles/colors, and outputs a staggering 100 lumens. Below are video reviews we’ve recorded from people we meet who own this headlamp. Watch what they have to say about it before deciding if […]

The Black Diamond Xenos Harness is one of the most intelligently designed harness ever made. If you’re serious about rock climbing (especially ice climbing), this harness’ features will blow you away. But don’t take it from us (or from the manufacturers). Instead, watch video reviews of the Black Diamond Xenos Harness. These are uncut testimonials […]

The REI Sahara Outback Cape hat is an SPF protected sun hat that’s perfect for hiking, water sports or casual wear. Thanks to a wide brim, your face and shoulders will almost always be protected from harmful rays. A polyester headband wicks moisture away from your brow and helps keep you cool. But best of […]

The REI Kimtah Rain Jacket is an ideal rain jacket for any wet weather. It keeps you perfectly dry and warm, while still having excellent breathability thanks to its Direct Venting technology. Say goodbye to overheating in a rain jacket! Below is a video testimonial from Jerome Lissman. Jerome’s owned the REI Kimtah Rain Jacket […]

The Asolo TPS 520 GV Hiking Boots are full-grain leather boots designed to take a beating in the backcountry. While heavy, they are fully waterproof & provide excellent ankle support. No risk of rolling an ankle in these bad boys! Below are video reviews of the Asolo TPS 520 GV Hiking Boots by people who […]

The Petzl Corax climbing harness is intelligently designed to keep you safe and comfortable while climbing. Thanks to breathable mesh for the waistbelt and leg loops, you’ll stay comfortable in any weather. The doubleback buckles can be undone so you can get in and out easily while wearing skis, snowshoes, crampons — anything! Below are […]

The Keen Venice H2 is one of the best, waterproof hiking sandals ever made! It’s a mixed-terrain sandle that gives phenomenal traction. Everyone we chat with loves their Keen sandals. But what makes the Venice H2 so fantastic is the additional ventilation. Unlike the Keen Newport H2, which has 4 straps, the Venice H2 has […]

The Keen Targhee II Hiking Boot is comfortable and lightweight, but hikers who have worn this boot complain that it wears out easily. Despite its lack of durability, its light-weight build makes the Keen Targhee II Hiking Boot good for day hikes. Just keep in mind you’ll likely be buying new boots next season. Video […]