February 2011 Gear Reviews

23
Feb
2011
jloomis

Black Diamond Raven Ice Axe Review

Product Rating: 
5
Black Diamond Raven Ice Axe

Features:

The Black Diamond Raven Ice Axe is a traditional mountaineering piolet. It's offered in lengths from 55 cm to 90 cm. The shaft is built from lightweight yet strong and durable aircraft grade aluminum alloy. The stainless steel head is designed for years of dependable use.

16
Feb
2011
jloomis

Columbia Sportswear Men's Core Glove Review

Product Rating: 
4
Columbia Core Winter Gloves

Features:

Columbia Sportswear's Men's Core Gloves are basic winter gloves with many great features, including a waterproof, breathable bladder. The elasticized wrist with hook-and-loop adjustable strap allows a secure fit to seal out winter weather. The polyurethane palm grip helps you keep a hold of things in slippery conditions. Polyester fiberfill insulation keeps hands toasty warm.

10
Feb
2011
jloomis

Yukon Charlie's Trail Series Poles Review

Product Rating: 
3
Yukon Charlie's Trail Series Poles

Features:

Yukon Charlie's Trail Series Poles are made of sturdy lightweight aluminum. The three piece poles are easily adjusted to accommodate different height people and changing conditions. Great for hiking and snowshoeing with included snow baskets.

09
Feb
2011
jloomis

Yukon Charlie's Pro-Guide Aluminum Snowshoes Review

Product Rating: 
4
Yukon Charlie's Pro-Guide Aluminum Snowshoes

Features:

Yukon Charlie's Pro-Guide Aluminum Snowshoes are a basic, lightweight, and durable snowshoe designed for use on flat to rolling terrain. They feature 1-pull adjustable bindings that make putting them on and taking them off quick and easy. The snowshoe frames are built with 7000 series aluminum and have aluminum crampons. This package includes snowshoes, trekking poles, and a storage bag.

03
Feb
2011
jloomis

Exped Air Pillow Review

Product Rating: 
5
Exped Air Pillow

Features:

The Exped Air Pillow is the answer to lightweight sleeping comfort. With one or two breaths, the soft polyester fabric pillow is easily inflated. The pillow has two exclusive FlatValves, one for inflation and another for deflation. It is contoured and higher on one side than the other to accommodate different sleeping positions. Two loops allow the pillow to be attached to Exped inflatable sleeping pads. Exped also includes a stuff sack and repair kit with the Air Pillow.