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Chris Simrell
Chris Simrell

Chris Simrell

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A proud Seattle native, Chris has been enjoying the Cascade Mountains literally all his life — his mother, an avid hiker, kept it up while pregnant with Chris. After graduating from Hampshire College in Amherst, MA in 2010 Chris returned to the Pacific Northwest to rock, ice, and alpine climb both in the Cascades and throughout the American West and Canada. When in Seattle he is a route setter and instructor at Stone Gardens Climbing Gym. A fascination with climbing ice prompted a move to Bozeman, Montana where he currently resides climbing, skiing, and enjoying a less urban lifestyle.

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North Face Nuptse Review

North Face Nuptse Review

The Nuptse is one of the cheapest product we tested in this review. The lack of a hood and its relative heaviness make...
CiloGear 30L WorkSack Review

CiloGear 30L WorkSack Review

The CiloGear 30L WorkSack has been refined over time until... perfection? The pack's capacity is best for day trips...
Ibex Wool Aire Hoody Review

Ibex Wool Aire Hoody Review

Unique in this review, the Ibex Wool Aire Hoody is designed to look and function like any other light insulated...
Montane Ice Guide Review

Montane Ice Guide Review

The Montane Ice Guide is a well featured and very warm jacket intended as a climbing or belay jacket for winter...
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