The North Face Route Rocket Review

The North Face Route Rocket Review

Overview The North Face Route Rocket 16 is a minimalist climbing pack designed for multi-pitch routes, alpine scrambles, and fast-and-light missions where every gram counts and every feature must earn its place. Originally developed with input from climbing legend Peter Croft, this 16-litre pack is purpose-built for vertical terrain—whether you’re hauling it up a granite…

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Mountain Equipment Makalu jacket

Mountain Equipment Makalu Jacket Review

The Mountain Equipment Makalu Jacket is a high end waterproof jackets designed to serve serious outdoor enthusiasts with the highest performance waterproof jacket. Following are the key review details regarding features, pros, and cons of the jacket. Features The Mountain Equipment Makalu Jacket is made from Gore-Tex’s new ePE membrane, which is lighter, more resilient,…

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Edelrid Pinch

Edelrid Pinch vs. Petzl GriGri Review

The Edelrid Pinch and Petzl GriGri are both assisted-braking belay devices with some slight differences. Here’s a break down of the pros and cons. Edelrid Pinch Features Constructed of an aluminium body with steel components, the Edelrid Pinch is compact and light , with an innovative attachment system that allows it to connect directly to…

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Rungne Magdust Climbing Chalk

Rungne Magdust Climbing Chalk Review

The highly popular Rungne Magdust is an elite climbing chalk promising superior friction. Does it live up to the hype? Features The Rugne Magdust comes in both chunky and fine powder options and is made from 100% ultra-pure magnesium carbonate for ideal sweat absorption and friction. The ultra-pure magnesium carbonate promises good grip in both…

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Black Diamond Vapor Helmet Review

Black Diamond Vapor Helmet Review

Black Diamond’s Vapor helmet is the first call for climbers looking for exceptionally light gear without compromising on safety. Design and Build Quality The Black Diamond Vapor helmet is extremely light at 155 grams making it one of the lightest climbing helmets on the market. The helmet features a combination of EPP foam with a…

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