Latest Climbing Reviews
Grivel Air Tech New-Matic EVO Crampons review: lightweight traction for mountaineering exploits
We attach Grivel’s Air Tech New-Matic EVO Crampons, technical 12-point traction devices that are lighter than most and provide ironclad hold on snow and ice
La Sportiva Mythos climbing shoes review: a multi-pitch legend
We hit the crags in La Sportiva’s Mythos climbing shoe, a classic design that’s been a firm favorite for over 30 years
Zamberlan El Cap RR approach shoes review: footwear that’s ready to rock
We take to the rock in Zamberlan’s El Cap RR to asses how this Italian approach shoe fares on difficult scrambling terrain
Unparallel Up Lace climbing shoes review: stiff soles ensure confidence on small edges and when smearing
Ideal for limestone cragging, the Unparallel Up Lace climbing shoes are versatile, precise and great on vertical terrain
Arc’teryx Vertex Alpine GTX approach shoe review: style and performance on above-the-treeline adventures
The close-fitting Arc’teryx Vertex Alpine GTX approach shoe offers reassuring rigidity, protection and grip for battles against gravity
Patagonia Women’s Chambeau Rock Pants review: lightweight trousers with a comfortable waistband
Abrasion resistant and harness compatible, the Patagonia Women’s Chambeau Rock Pants are ideal for warm-weather travel
The North Face Summit Torre Egger Futurelight Jacket review: hardshell performance with a shoftshell feel
A remarkably flexible and comfortable jacket, the North Face Summit Torre Egger Futurelight is ideal for tackling the worst conditions in the mountains
Zamberlan Salathé GTX approach shoes review: designed to take you 'from the car to the top'
We get to grips with the Zamberlan Salathé GTX approach shoes, letting these premium scramblers loose on rocky terrain and hikes in the British backcountry
