Mountain Safety Research Titan Cookware
MSR’s Titan cookware feels like it’s not even there when it’s in your pack, which is just what the titanium is supposed to do. These “light is right” pots help keep you charging ahead, for the long haul.
Mountain Safety Research SuperFly Stove
MSR, Minimal…Simple…Reliable…, these are all words that come to mind when describing the Superfly from Mountain Safety Research. This lightweight (4.6 oz) torch will provide endless performance for years. Its clean, basic design has minimal moving parts making it less likely to fall apart when you really need it.
Mountain Hardwear EV2 Tent
The Mountain Hardwear EV2 tent is so high tech, when I’m in it, I feel as if I am in the space shuttle. With its integrated vestibule, it’s kind of shaped like one too. The three-pole design and non-stretching fabric reinforcements make it out-of-this-world sturdy against the warp-speed winds at high altitude.
Cloudveil Serendipitiy Jacket
This jacket demonstrates Cloudveil’s ability to create clothing that performs well in the backcountry yet also corners the fashion market for the “post-adventure” night out on the town.
Charlet Moser Atzar
“Wow” is the typical reaction I get when showing the Charlet Moser Atzar Ice Tool.
Therm-a-Rest Prolite 3
This is the kind of sleeping pad that should not be allowed near El Cap. It is far too precious to be rubbing up against harsh granite all night long. After all, we must treat this “super-food” of the gear world with the utmost care and respect. This superlight pad keeps your hips happy and consciousness in deep slumber without adding any more weight than necessary.
Black Diamond C4 Camalots
When Craig Luebben assigned Curt Love and me Cloud Tower for the last day of our AMGA Rock Guide Exam, we were psyched. Our first question was, “Can we borrow your rack of new C4s?” The weight difference, at 20-percent less, was very noticeable.
Arc’teryx Gamma MX Hoody
It hurts to take off the Arc’teryx Gamma MX Hoody as the temperatures rise here in the Tetons and hardshells become the jacket de jour. I have become so attached to this jacket that I can’t wait for the winter months to arrive so I can put it back into the rotation.
Black Diamond Lighthouse Tent
At 3lb 3oz, and 30.8 sq. ft. of space, the Lighthouse is an awesome choice when space, weight and strength are priorities. It is surprising that a tent this light can also be so sturdy.
Arc’teryx NoZone Pack
The Arc’teryx NoZone backpack belies the need for a porter or a weight-carrying boyfriend. The suspension makes lugging a Cassin Ridge load feel like going for an afternoon of sport climbing.