Climbing Reviews

Lightweight and sensitive, the unisex Scarpa Instinct Lace climbing shoes provide feet with support even when extreme edging

With maximum efficiency on micro edges, the Tenaya Masai is a go-to lace up climbing shoe for vertical or slightly overhanging routes and boulder problems

The familiar feel of the Five Ten NIAD Lace Women’s climbing shoes will still appeal to die-hard fans of the old Five Ten Pinks for wall adventures

A sturdy and reliable 10-point crampon, the Grivel G10 is the perfect choice for winter hillwalking and mountain trekking above the snowline

Value-driven, 12-point mountaineering crampons, Climbing Technology Nuptse Evo are reliable and solid all-rounders without a scary price tag

The lightweight, highly adaptable Petzl Vasak is a 12-point mountaineering crampon that works well across a range of terrain

A tried-and-tested classic, the Grivel G12 has proven its ability in mountain ranges worldwide, combining a robust build with versatile steep-ground performance

A sturdy 12-point crampon, the Black Diamond Serac is made from high-grade stainless steel that’s ideal for classic mountaineering and winter scrambles

A durable and robust axe, the Grivel G1 Plus is ideal for those in search of a classic alpine-style hillwalking or mountaineering axe

The value-focused DMM Spire undercuts most of the competition in terms of price and performance, but remains a great choice for winter adventures