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Gear for your next CLIMBing trip
Scarpa Chimera Climbing Shoes
Lacing these bad boys up will give you a sense of invincibility. You'll be sending 5.14s in your sleep. And even if that seems a little beyond your pay grade at this point, these shoes have the versatility for various ability levels, too. Plus, look at that timeless colorway...
Metolius Simulator 3D Training Board
You perform how you practice. Use this training board at home to increase your strength and situational skills. You know what they say... "A one-finger hold a day keeps the doctor away"... or something like that.
Black Diamond Iota Rechargeable
A tiny package that has a rechargeable punch, the Iota is the smallest and lightest rechargeable headlamp.
Nikwax DOWN Wash DIRECT
Dirt, crud, and campfire smoke attract water to your down jackets and sleeping bags, causing them to soak up water... and wet down means useless down. Clean your down gear with DWD to keep that insulation working as advertised.
Petzl Dartwin CrampOns
Petzl has all the angles covered with this one; built for ice climbing, you will feel extremely sure-footed while rocking a pair of these. Send it with confidence and stability.
Nikwax Sandal Wash
Chacos. Birks. And even climbing shoes... all of that contact with your feet can leave behind some FUN-KY. smells. Remove all the funk in your next-to-skin footwear with Sandal Wash. Your friends will thank you.
Black Diamond Raven Ultra Ice Axe
The lightest ice axe available from Black Diamond, this axe is the perfect companion for your vertical adventures of the frozen variety, especially if packing light is your preferred method.
Outdoor Research Helium II JAcket
Ultra rain protection in a tiny package. Throw it in your pack until you need it. At 6.4 ounces you'll barely notice it's there, and when you whip it out of your pack, all your friends will be jealous at how good you look in yellow.
Scarpa Mescalito Mid GTX
This tall-cuffed, rugged approach shoe gets you where you want to be, with comfort and performance. If you're going to be spending some serious time out on the mountain, this shoe is for you.