Climbing Reviews
Latest Climbing Reviews

The North Face Summit Cragstone Pro Shoes review: superlight and ultra breathable with an innovative lacing system
By Julia Clarke published
For rocky approaches and scrambling, this lightweight shoe delivers surprising comfort, great lockdown and is quick to pull on and off

Black Diamond Speed 30 backpack review: simplicity without sacrificing durability
By Jessie Leong published
The Black Diamond Speed 30 is a rugged, adaptable lightweight climbing rucksack perfectly suited for alpine ascents and all-year-round use

Coros Vertix 2 Carabiner review: engineered to give climbers peace of mind
By Cat Ellis published
When you've spent $699 on a watch, you want to be certain it's safe when you're on the crag

Patagonia Women’s Dual Aspect Bib review: waterproof pants you can wear all day
By Jessie Leong published
Reliable, packable and waterproof, Patagonia Women’s Dual Aspect Bib trousers mean you’re well prepared for big days in the mountains

Grivel G-Zero ice axe review: a dependable hillwalking axe that’s kind on the hands
By Matthew Jones last updated
A classic straight-shafted axe, the Grivel G-Zero has a plastic head cover that feels extremely comfortable in the hand, making it a great basic hillwalking axe

Petzl Glacier ice axe review: punches above its surprisingly light weight
By Matthew Jones last updated
A versatile hillwalking and mountaineering tool, the Petzl Glacier does everything well, only reaching its limits on the steepest snow

Black Diamond Technician Leather approach shoes review: soles and sturdiness that give you crag confidence
By Jessie Leong published
The versatile and comfortable Black Diamond Technician Leather approach shoes boast super-sticky soles

Patagonia Altvia Alpine Pants review: flexible comfort for both hiking and climbing
By Pat Kinsella published
Dynamic and eco-friendly, Patagonia Altvia Alpine Pants are designed for approach hikes and climbing escapades

AKU Rock DFS GTX: a hybrid hiking / approach shoe featuring innovative double lacing
By Alex Foxfield published
A fully-featured beast of an approach shoe, the AKU Rock DFS GTX is just as happy and capable on wet and wild trails as it is on sun-drenched rock

La Sportiva Solution Comp women’s climbing shoes review: for competition climbers with specific expectations
By Jessie Leong published
The La Sportiva Solution Comp is a super-aggressive, high-performance climbing shoe suitable for steep climbing and powerful pockets and smears whilst bouldering
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