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Arc'teryx Acrux AR Review
The Acrux AR climbs and hikes like a single boot, but features a removable liner. This is a game changer for winter...
Scarpa Mont Blanc Pro Review
This is a pretty traditional boot that delivers a solid, though not outstanding performance. We think it could be a...
Lowa Alpine Ice GTX Review
This is a solid supergaiter boot with an older, but reliable, lacing system. It is super weather resistant and one of...
La Sportiva Nepal Cube GTX Review
This boot comes from a long line of excellent single leather boots. Its durability and steep ice performance are...
Scarpa Phantom Tech Review
This boot is remarkably light, especially given the warmth it provides to mountaineers. When things get steep, this...
Lowa Alpine Expert GTX Review
For mountaineers with wider feet looking for an all-around boot, this could be a decent choice. As a traditional-style...
La Sportiva G5 Evo Review
This is an excellent mountain boot for cold weather ascents, though we wish it was a bit more waterproof. The external...
Salewa Vultur Vertical Gore-Tex Review
This boot's performance is nothing special, but its fit could be uniquely good for the big-footed. We did appreciate...
Editors' Choice
The North Face Route Rocket Review
Streamlined and practical, this pack dispenses with unnecessary features. That means there are few options for...
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Black Diamond Blitz 20 Review
This pack is born and bred for alpine climbing. While it's feature set works well for all kinds of long routes, it's...
How To Choose a Backpacking Stove
Buying the right backpacking stove can make your life in the backcountry more enjoyable. But not all stoves were made...
Editors' Choice
Soto Windmaster Review
This stove is light, easy to use, and features a great piezo igniter and generous pot supports. It's good at simmering...
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BRS-3000T Review
This tiny stove impressed us for being ultracompact, ultralight, and performing decently in all our metrics. It does...
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JetBoil MiniMo Review
This integrated canister stove is a boiling champ. When dehydrated meals are your backcountry reality, this model is a...