By Mike Schneiter A text message flashed across my screen, “Will you climb the Scenic Cruise with me this year?” “Of course,” I replied, “that climb rules. I would do it any day of the week. Actually every day of the week if I had the chance.” Internally, I wondered about my friend’s request after [...]
January 31st, 2012 | Mike Schneiter | 0 comments | ContinuedGear Reviews
The Overwhelmingly Massive Winter OR Climbing Report
I’ve been going to the OR show for many years now, but I’ll never forget the first time I walked into the Salt Palace, completely overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle of all that was going on around me. These days, it just fades into the background, as I hop from appointment to appointment, saying [...]
January 27th, 2012 | BJ Sbarra | 1 comment | Continued
Evolv Geshido Review
Winter has been slow to come to Idaho this year. Instead of sliding down hills, I’ve been climbing in a t-shirt, belaying in a puffy, and taking advantage of the diverse nature of the Black Cliffs to test out the new Evolv Geshido.
December 20th, 2011 | Jeff Cole | 0 comments | Continued
The REAL Holiday Gift Guide for Climbers
Hard to believe the holidays are just around the corner, If you’re like me, you haven’t done any shopping yet, but not to worry. If there’s a special climber in your life, we’ve put together the ultimate guide of cool gifts they’ll actually want.
December 7th, 2011 | BJ Sbarra | 0 comments | Continued
Sterling Nano 80m Rope Review
I’d been wanting an 80m for awhile, as we spend a lot of time in Indian Creek, where the pitches can be very long, and sometimes require two ropes to get off. This fall we got a 9.2 Bicolor 80m Sterling Nano, and it was off to the races to see what this thing could do.
December 2nd, 2011 | BJ Sbarra | 1 comment | Continued
2011 Reel Rock Tour Review
Last night I got to check out a showing of the Reel Rock Tour at the Glenwood Springs High School. The first half of the show was solid, but I felt the second left something to be desired. The line between achievements that are cutting edge, and those that are just in the freakshow/irrelevant category, [...]
November 17th, 2011 | BJ Sbarra | 4 comments | Continued
Black Diamond Offset Micro Stopper Review
My options for pro were limited, but then I noticed the tiny crack out right. Maybe one of these new offsets would work there…
September 30th, 2011 | BJ Sbarra | 3 comments | Continued
Best Climbs Denver and Boulder Review
We were headed down to the Front Range for the weekend, and I was faced with the daunting task of deciding which guidebooks to bring.
September 9th, 2011 | BJ Sbarra | 0 comments | Continued
La Sportiva Python Review
I have a new secret weapon in the fight against gravity: a pair of orange La Sportiva slippers called the Pythons.
August 19th, 2011 | BJ Sbarra | 4 comments | Continued
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2011 Recap
Another summer trade show has come and gone, and what a whirlwind it was. Here’s a look at just about everything we saw, gear junkies, prepare to get your fix…
August 11th, 2011 | BJ Sbarra | 0 comments | Continued
Five Ten Quantum Review
The Five Ten Quantums climb overhanging stone like a dream, and they’re purple, need we say more?
July 29th, 2011 | BJ Sbarra | 4 comments | Continued
A Few of My Favorite Things
We all have them. Those go-to pieces that, once placed, cause your whole being to relax, and you can continue upward with confidence. Here’s our favorite gear that gets us all warm and fuzzy inside.
July 8th, 2011 | BJ Sbarra | 7 comments | Continued
