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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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| | Garmin eTrex 20
The eTrex 20 is the Tata Nano of GPS units. It’s small, lightweight, highly efficient, and very good value. This is the smallest and lightest GPS unit we tested, and it also has the best battery life ...
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1 rating |
May 18, 2012; 9:48pm |
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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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| | Black Diamond Mesa
The Black Diamond Mesa was once a top performing two door tent. In the years since its 2007 release numerous other tents have come to overshadow it, and Black Diamond has yet to update it. The pole de...
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100% recommend it (2/2) |
Jan 14, 2013; 4:25pm |
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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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| | 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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| | Patagonia Down Sweater
The Patagonia Down Sweater narrowly misses getting the Editors' Choice award because its main fabric is not as durable as some of the competition. It is made with recycled materials, so if you are an...
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100% recommend it (2/2) |
Dec 02, 2012; 12:00am |
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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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1 rating |
Dec 04, 2012; 12:00am |
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| | North Face Catalyst Jacket
This jacket has a great combination of features and they work well while wearing a pack or harness. It has zippered hand pockets, conveniently stuffs into a hand pocket, and the Pertex Quantum fabric ...
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1 rating |
Dec 02, 2012; 12:00am |
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| | Arcteryx Venta SV
The Arcteryx Venta SV 's balanced fit, near perfect features, and high performance make it one of the most versatile softshells we've tested. A Gore Windstopper membrane is completely windproof and hi...
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100% recommend it (3/3) |
May 01, 2013; 4:56pm |
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| | Evolv Shaman
Chris Sharma designed the Evolv Shaman from the ground up. We are big fans of Sharma and big fans of this shoe. It is a bouldering and sport climbing machine and may be the best shoe we have tested fo...
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100% recommend it (3/3) |
Sep 29, 2012; 9:31am |
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| | Salomon Quest
We loved the Salomon Quest 4D GTX. It's a no-nonsense, no-frills sort of boot. From the aggressive sole to the lacing brackets (the best we've seen) to the lightly padded tongue, it seems that every c...
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1 rating |
Jun 24, 2012; 6:40pm |
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| | REI Quarter Dome T2
The REI Quarter Dome T2 is a moderately good value midweight two door double wall tent. It has a unique and innovative pole design that maximizes interior space without adding too much weight. In tota...
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100% recommend it (2/2) |
Dec 29, 2012; 12:00am |
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| | Patagonia Super Pluma
The Super Pluma offers an uncompromising, versatile, and lightweight hardshell for outdoor enthusiasts of all types. Whether you’re backpacking, alpine climbing, mountaineering, or backcountry skiing,...
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1 rating |
Aug 18, 2012; 12:00am |
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