Latest Climbing Reviews
DMM Spire Tech Ice Axe review: straddling the divide between winter hillwalking and true mountaineering
As its curved shaft suggests, the DMM Spire Tech is a technically capable ice axe, with a modern, lightweight design
Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe review: a superb "hillwalker plus" axe
A hybrid hillwalking/mountaineering axe, the Black Diamond Raven Pro is technically capable, with a stylish, modern design for improved steep snow performance
Black Diamond Mission LT approach shoes review: keep them for dry days and they perform well
With heel-hugging comfort, the Black Diamond Mission LTs are a reliable pair of approach shoes for sunnier climates
Mammut Ultimate Pro Low GTX approach shoes review: pretty close to perfect
A comfortable, trainer-like approach shoe, the Mammut Ultimate Pro Low GTX has a unique sole to help prevent ankle-twisting
Salomon OUTline Prism GTX approach shoes review: a running/hiking/approach hybrid
A modern, breathable hiking-style shoe, the Salomon OUTline Prism GTX is super flexible and able to cope with rough terrain
Salewa Wildfire Gore-Tex approach shoes review: they look good and perform better
Precise-fitting and stiff-soled, Salewa Wildfire Gore-Tex are comfortable and technically capable approach shoes
Adidas Five Ten Tennies review: feelgood approach shoes for your next dirtbag adventure
Brash and bold approach shoes for dirtbag-inspired coolness and wide comfort
