Picked up more than a year ago, the Arc’teryx Atom LT has become the most used piece in my gear closet. While down is king for warmth to weight ratio, the Atom LT proves it’s not always about that.
Gear reviews
Review: SmartWool PhD HyFi Half Zip merino top
Today we are reviewing the SmartWool PhD HyFi Half Zip top. When I heard about SmartWool’s new PhD products for this winter and looked at the HyFi and the SmartLoft jackets, I immediately thought they would be ideal to take climbing. I always climb in merino baselayers but none can cut it for winter. Although… Continue reading Review: SmartWool PhD HyFi Half Zip merino top
Review: Rab Microlight Alpine down jacket [updated]
Rab is a UK-based manufacturer of high quality outdoor clothing. They started in 1981 in Sheffield and have been one of the top English brands ever since but I really got into their gear recently, specially with the awesome NeoShell jacket.
Mammut Redburn Pro review, sturdy and comfortable approach shoes
The Redburn Pro is the third and latest of Mammut’s Redburn approach shoe series. The EVA midsole has been replaced by a Poro wedge, and together with a sticky rubber compound, it makes the shoe stiffer and grippier than its siblings.
Review: Patagonia Torrentshell Stretch hardshell jacket
Earlier this year we got the chance to get our hands, along with a M10, on a Patagonia Torrentshell jacket. The Stretch is the pricier sister of the three Torrentshell hardshells.
Scarpa Crux Approach Shoe Review
The Scarpa Crux is the latest approach shoe from the renowned Italian manufacturer, and has clearly been designed to appeal to the avid climber.
Mammut Montana 2 review: GoOutdoors exclusivity 2 season sleeping bag
Synthetic sleeping bags like the Mammut Montana 2 are bulkier and heavier than their down counterparts. They do have the advantage of durability though and in 2 season bags the size and weight can be kept to a reasonable level. We’ve had the chance to test this GoOutdoors exclusivity during May and June 2013, with… Continue reading Mammut Montana 2 review: GoOutdoors exclusivity 2 season sleeping bag
Black Diamond ReVolt headlamp review
The ReVolt from Black Diamond is a mid range headlamp. Released earlier this year, we are taking a closer look in this review at its features and how it performed during our months of testing.
Inov-8 Race Elite Extreme 10 Review
I generally hate carrying anything when I go for a run, I just find it restrictive and annoying. Sometimes, however, you just can’t avoid it, particularly if you’re going off on a long trail run. If I am going to take anything, however, I want it to be as minimalist as possible, so was very… Continue reading Inov-8 Race Elite Extreme 10 Review
Patagonia Mixed Guide Hoody and Pants review
We are reviewing Patagonia’s Mixed Guide Hoody and Pants, two pieces of hybrid gear specially developed for mountain sports like back country skiing, alpine and ice climbing. What happens when you mix top softshell fabric with hardshell waterproof membrane? Let’s find out.
Gear review: Patagonia Light Flyer jacket, light trail running hardshell
Caught on the trail by a sudden downpour. It happens. For some it’s the apex of their run. Rain splashing on your face, mud everywhere, and the scents of the forest waking up all at once. If this is your gig you’ll also want to be prepared. Let’s see if Patagonia’s latest trail specific hardshell… Continue reading Gear review: Patagonia Light Flyer jacket, light trail running hardshell
Mammut S-Lite and S-Flex headlamps
Mammut headlamps, a decent range available to light the path of your next adventure and today we will be looking at the recently released S-Lite and S-Flex headlamps.