The Black Diamond Dawn Patrol 25L Backpack is a compact, durable, and lightweight option that is well-suited for one-day excursions on the mountain. Despite some users wanting more compartments and a little more space, the high-quality materials, small profile, and functional pockets make this a good option for those who don’t need to carry too much gear and want a durable backpack for a full day on the mountain.
The Smith Attack ChromaPop Sunglasses are large high-quality, adjustable, and snug-fitting glasses that are well-suited for those who need multiple lenses and the ability to switch out the arms. Despite being expensive and needing to take them apart to store in the carrying case, the impressive clarity, lighter-weight materials, and long-lasting construction make these sunglasses a top choice.
The POC Crave Sunglasses are comfortable, well-fitting, and secure sunglasses that provide a clear field of vision and compatibility with most helmets. Despite some issues with color discrepancies, the easy maintenance, the secure and snug fit, and the high clarity provided make this a great choice for any cyclist.
The Oakley Radar EV Path Prizm Sunglasses are durable, lightweight, and breathable sunglasses that provide a secure and comfortable fit during cycling. Despite the longer arms getting in the way with certain helmets and the peripheral vision not being the best, the high level of clarity, high-quality materials, and durability all aid in creating a long-lasting and functional pair of sunglasses for active cycling use.
The Black Diamond Creek 35L Backpack is a functional, waterproof, and comfortable pack that is well-suited for climbers. The technical features like the ability to top-load the pack, removable hip-belt, and ability of the bag to stand upright all make this an extremely functional and convenient backpack that is designed for climbers. Despite being a little small for a full day of climbing essentials, if you are a climber that packs lightly and has someone to help you carry some essentials, this could be a solid choice.
The Patagonia Ascensionist 30L Backpack is a minimalist, mobile, and durable option, that is well-suited for those who want a lighter choice than a heavy-duty pack, long-lasting material, and simplicity. This is a good choice that doesn’t have extra technical features. The lack of compartments and storage opportunities, hip-belt, and back padding all cut down on weight, but also skimp on some additional features that some climbers and hikers may enjoy. For those who want an option that is lighter than a heavy-duty pack, provides ample mobility, and holds up well during tough use, this is a great choice.
The Outdoor Research Alti Glove for men is a product that has received mixed reviews. The unique fit and stitching of the glove make it not universally liked, with many users reporting an awkward fit, the lining not working correctly, and the sizing running a bit small. Despite these claims, some experts applaud the warm and lightweight insulation, waterproof abilities, and great grip. We recommend trying on these gloves before purchasing, to see if the unique style will work for you.
The Osprey Packs Kamber 42L Backpack is a comfortable, well designed, and versatile pack for winter snow travel. The carrying feature for skis, snowboards, and snowshoes make this a great choice for athletes, while the storage options, suspension system, and padded back panel all aid in the functionality and all-day comfort. For those who need ample storage space and technical features for the snowy mountains, this is a high-quality choice.
The North Face Base Camp 95L Duffel might just provide the ideal combination of weather resistance, durability, and ease-of-use for an expedition or extended trip. While somewhat pricey and lacking many internal pockets, it has remained one of the most trusted expedition-grade duffels on the market thanks to its bomber zippers, thick and water resistant fabric, and reinforced bottom panel. The 95L size is ideal for those looking to pack bulky cold-weather gear, or multiple months worth of fair-weather clothes. This duffel might be the closest thing to invincible that money can buy.
The Garmin Phoenix 5X Sapphire is something like a polished culmination of all the lovely features Garmin watches are known for. This watch has every function a techie-athlete could dream of (with arguably the most data fields available from any watch on the market)- and on top of that is easy to use once you get the hang of it, has an incredible battery life, and is very durable. The biggest downside is the price, but if you value the pre-loaded maps and the implications this feature has for route creation and navigation, this watch is worth it.