I work at a gear shop that doesn't carry sterling ropes, but I pay full price for sterling.This rope, although a 9.8, and low Uiaa fall ratings of 6 fall, this rope makes you…
- Alan, 02/22/12

All in all, Sterling's made a great rope here. Plenty light for working sport routes and the sheath stiffness makes clipping a dream. I do think I'll be retiring this ro…
- Maria Laurel, 09/15/09
Atlanta

In my opinion, these are probably the best all around cams you can buy. I own every size C3 and every size C4 from 0.3 to 4. The largest sizes are really only useful for certa…
- Adam, 01/28/12
Old Town, ME

Just started to trad climb and seeing many of my peers place and fall on and love these C4's it has really given me confidence in using them...I have tried to place Super Cams…
- C, 07/14/11

This rope is obviously a good rope or it wouldn't be sold in the US. However, it is no the best rope on the market at this price. You can buy a rope with a much better UIAA…
- Mathew, 01/04/11

Though i have only used the rope once it feels good in my hands and the amount of glue on the ends is promising that nothing will come undone down there... also i agree with t…
- Brian, 01/03/10
Baltimore

This rope is sweet. It's super thin but you can trust it. Its got a great color but fades really fast. Take your time learning it. :D…
- Kaylina, 05/10/12

I usually don't use twin ropes, but I got to take a spin on this one working on a route in the Red. Amazing handling (for Sterling) and a soft catch. Recommended.…
- Stephan, 02/07/12

I bought this saturday as a birthday present for myself and went out sunday to planet rock. Let me tell you this is by far the most comfortable harness I have ever wore, I've…
- Phillip, 02/13/12
Ypsilanti

I just recently started climbing and got this package. It's awesome and works perfect for me at this level. I highly recomend it.…
- Kevin, 11/22/11
St Louis

I have been using this harness for at least 4 years now, and it has never disappointed me. I climb indoors and outdoors, and this harness has withstood both outdoor dirt and g…
- Amina, 09/06/11

After renting for a few weeks at my local gym, I finally buckled down and bought my own gear ... I wish I had done so after my first climb! The extra padding (at least compare…
- Danielle, 05/19/12
Urbana, IL

These cams are great, and well worth the money. The single stem design is a welcome change to the usual "U" shaped Metolius cams. These cams sit proudly next to my C4's, and…
- Matt, 01/21/10
Bay Area

As noted in many other reviews, Aliens are getting harder and harder to come by. Because of the flexible stem and the narrow profile these guys are great in those horizontal…
- Ashton, 05/17/11

I love it, and have fallen on it without probs. Still, a friend of mine mangled hers when she was backing off a climb (down-aiding) (she didn't even fall on it) It held, but…
- ERIC, 04/02/11
LAUREL

Perfect for doubling up your rack. Range covers several cam sizes. Colors rack up next to BD camalots perfectly. Definitely a necessary piece.…
- Cory, 12/15/10
Amarillo, TX

They go in like the ice is butter - BD has perfected the ice screw.…
- Timon, 10/18/11
Toronto

A must for any serious mountaineer!…
- Tuan, 06/01/11

this thing keeps me off the ground. It runs a little easily through the grigri(1), but as long as you have a brake hand on it, you're fine. Super smooth, packs down tiny. I l…
- Jesse, 01/04/12
Arizona

its the best rope i have ever had, durable and supple, it clips well from both sides. it has the lowest impact force of any rope i have fallen on. this is not the best rope t…
- rob, 10/25/11
colorado

After eviewing numerous revoews and speaking with many people I went with this beacone and I love it. Easy to use and reliable.…
- tyler, 06/10/11
Phoenix, AZ

When I got introduced to the backcountry, this was the first beacon I ever laid hands on. It continues to shine and is very simple to use. You will want to familiarize yours…
- Jake, 11/30/10
Within view of the Cascades

This ice axe is meant for less technical styles of mountaineering but for self arresting and using it as a snow anchor, it works flawlessly. It's not the heaviest or the light…
- Adam, 12/07/10
Redmond, WA

Does everything a general mountaineering axe should! Ive taken mine up quite a number of peaks and shes shown a bit of wear but who wants a shinny axe anyway! Don't use her as…
- BEN, 03/10/10
CREIGHTON

great rope use it for all types of things. very durable, strong and long!…
- charles, 01/05/11

50 meters is a great length for top-roping and alpine, 10.7mm is a great size for durability and packability, dry treating is a great way to increase life and maximize flexibi…
- Jesse, 07/31/10
Vermont

same as the kosmos with new color! not a difference in rope. These last longer than any other ropes iv used. The weight is not noticable because of the slick sheath does not c…
- gary, 03/12/12

Just got this puppy yesterday and im in love. Great pattern and good feel. Ill be taking it to the crag soon so will report on stretch later on but right out the gate it wor…
- Joseph, 03/14/12
Denver, CO

I absolutely love these axes! I have nothing but good things to say about them. I climb a lot of ice, and own nomics, fusions and techs, and 9 out of 10 times, I grab these…
- Cory, 04/26/11
NY

I did really well on both ice and mixed routes last season. However, I would have purchased the nomics if they were in stock. Great second pick.…
- John, 03/15/11
Edmond, OK

I think it is great to be able to switch out the hammer and adze for whichever you will need. The handle allows you to maintain a solid grip longer than you could with any cla…
- Frank, 06/07/11
Chicago

The Vipers perform very well on waterfall ice. This tool is well-weighted and has a natural swing with very little reverberation upon striking. It is a bit chuckier than the N…
- Michael, 01/19/12

If you are looking for a quality and lightweight, STOP READING, and purchase this item. Used them several times and they are great! Would recommend this to everyone. Buy 'em,…
- Ryan, 05/02/11
Philadelphia, PA

I got this six pack as my first pack of quick draws, and I'm extremely happy with them. I find that the wire gates are way easier to clip than the bent gates, and I haven't h…
- Adam, 05/05/11
Blacksburg, VA

Super comfortable, I've had it for a couple years now and it still shows little sign of wear. Feels like you're not wearing anything and you can wear it all day…
- Derek, 04/18/12
United States

I pulled this out of the box and was amazed at how small and light it was, at first i thought it was gonna be painful. Not at all, i use this harness everywhere. it feels like…
- michael, 03/27/12

The Focus harness is amazing! This one is the best product for the purchase price. It is so comfortable to wear as well as hang in. On my last outing I hung there snapping pic…
- Jared, 05/01/12
Nomad ( Maine for the Moment)

Ive only had a few changes to use this harness but can already tell how great it is. one thing to note is that the gear loops are different than what is in the picture. The ha…
- Joshua, 03/09/12
Davenport IA

First off, these are REALLY well built, finish is impeccable, and the free floating connection between the wires and axel makes these really bombproof. Doubled slings save ev…
- Evangelos, 10/30/10
Wyoming

I got these to fill in the large range above my TCU's, but also have BD 4's. Sometimes these just seems to be more stable in certain cracks. The aluminium seems to get more "…
- Michael, 12/17/11
Colorado Springs

I figured Id need two or three of these, but to be honest I haven't placed it once. I think I should have started with 1 and then worked my way down.…
- MIKE, 05/26/09
South of Boston

This stuff is bomber. They're ridiculously small, but their holding power and versatility belie their size. I did a hanging belay from a tiny crack on steep slab using 3 of th…
- JONATHAN, 05/26/09
Yosemite

Amazing harness. Broke it out at the New this weekend and was a champ. Racked some quickdraws easily and the gear loops were solid. As far as the comfort level was, my nads…
- Graham, 05/30/11
Cleveland

It feels like nothing at all, but is comfortable to both hang in and fall in. Gear loops are solid and easy to rack. The tie points are preformed and have built in wear indica…
- rob, 10/28/11
colorado

Recommended by a friend who, in the meantime, lent me a pair of old circa 1980s leather strap crampons. Yeah, OK anything is better than old leather straps, safety reasons an…
- glenn, 12/29/10
NJ

I used it for vertical ice climbing in upper michigan this year and they worked out great. One thing you may pay attention to is the device in the rear that you close to lock…
- Ji, 12/03/10
ann arbor, MI