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100% recommend it (3/3) |
May 07, 2013; 3:10pm |
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| | Arcteryx Alpha SV
The Arcteryx Alpha SV is tried and true body armor for mountain climbers. The shell represents the ultimate in simplicity and function, and boasts a slew of climbing specific features that have been r...
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100% recommend it (5/5) |
Apr 12, 2013; 9:50pm |
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| | Five Ten Anasazi VCS
The Five Ten Anasazi VCS is one of the best climbing shoes on the market and one of the most popular among experienced climbers. I call them my "secret weapons." For years I have reached for them ever...
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100% recommend it (8/8) |
May 10, 2013; 7:03am |
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| | Arcteryx Altra 65
The Arc'teryx Altra 65 is our Editors' Choice backpack because it is supremely comfortable, light, has great organizational ability and it is easy to pack and retrieve deeply buried items. That sai...
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1 rating |
Apr 24, 2013; 2:19pm |
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| | Garmin GPSMAP 62sc
The Garmin GPSMAP 62sc is powerful, accurate, reliable, and highly customizable handheld hiking GPS unit that features a bright sunlight-readable display, 3-axis electronic compass, barometric altimet...
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67% recommend it (2/3) |
Apr 13, 2013; 4:14pm |
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| | La Sportiva Miura
The La Sportiva Miura stands out as an edging machine. Tommy Caldwell did most of his wicked technical El Capitan free ascents in this shoe before switching to his signature La Sportiva TC Pro. Out of...
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83% recommend it (5/6) |
Apr 19, 2012; 12:00am |
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| | Feathered Friends Hummingbird 20
The Feathered Friends Hummingbird is the lightest traditional style 20-degree sleeping bag we’ve tested. However, ordering it is not very convenient, since it is not available from major retailers, an...
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1 rating |
Dec 23, 2012; 7:10pm |
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| | Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Xtherm
The Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm is the most advanced high performance sleeping pad on the planet. The pad weighs a mere 15 ounces, packs to 1.4 liters, and its internal air baffles and reflective barri...
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100% recommend it (2/2) |
May 01, 2013; 11:12am |
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| | Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2
The Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2 tent is a classic high performance lightweight double wall tent. It performs well in a wide variety of conditions and only weighs 34.6 ounces without stakes. This is the th...
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100% recommend it (6/6) |
Jan 22, 2013; 7:39am |
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| | Mountain Hardwear Ultralamina 15
The Mountain Hardwear Ultralamina 15 is our highest rated synthetic sleeping bag. It earns high marks because it's built with high quality materials and constructed in an efficient and innovative way....
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100% recommend it (3/3) |
Mar 13, 2013; 6:25pm |
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| | Keen Targhee II
The Keen Targhee is a ridiculously comfortable light hiker with heavyweight hiker intentions. Its snug, light, and durable, and offers a surprising amount of support. Its well constructed, has a perfe...
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1 rating |
Nov 29, 2012; 1:31pm |
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100% recommend it (9/9) |
Mar 23, 2013; 9:01am |
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| | Asolo Power Matic 200
The Asolo Power Matic is an extremely well built all-leather boot. We loved it for its snug fit, well-padded insole, and great support. If you are looking for a hiker to keep your ankles safe on an...
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1 rating |
Dec 20, 2012; 10:14am |
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| | Hilleberg Jannu
The Hilleberg Jannu is the panacea for all-conditions mountaineering and alpine climbing. With its fast, easy setup and bombproof storm protection, the Jannu represents the best of both single and dou...
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1 rating |
Apr 23, 2013; 12:29pm |
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| | Gregory Baltoro 65
The Gregory Baltoro 65 was our second highest scoring pack behind the Arcteryx Altra 65 and is the best backkpack we tested for carrying massive loads (70+ lbs). It was maybe the most comfortable pack...
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Nov 27, 2012; 8:42am |
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