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MSR PocketRocket Deluxe Review
This fantastic stove can boil water when it's windy and simmer like a champ, giving you more opportunities to cook...
Primus Lite+ Review
This isn't a bad stove - some of its features are a big improvement over the competition. However, its poor...
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Asolo Eiger XT GV Evo Review
This mountaineering boot is a tester favorite. It's really lightweight, can stand up to most weather, and climbs like...
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La Sportiva Trango Tower Extreme GTX Review
What makes this boot a good value goes beyond price. It's light, so choose it for long routes or approaches. It's...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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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...