Climbing Gear

We like extra comfort on projecting days, so we step into the 4 Slide Climbing Harness. We clip our chalk bag to the back loop to regain friction and courage as we approach the crux. When the wall spits us off, the cushy leg loops and waist help relieve pressure while we hang to study the route and pantomime beta.

We like extra comfort on projecting days, so we step into the 4 Slide Climbing Harness. We clip our chalk bag to the back loop to regain friction and courage as we approach the crux. When the wall spits us off, the cushy leg loops and waist help relieve pressure while we hang to study the route and pantomime beta.

From local crags to alpine missions, we boost our odds by clipping into the EDELRID Zodiac Climbing Helmet. The internal fit system conforms to any head shape with the turn of a dial, while the chin strap features side adjustments as well for an even better, more comfortable fit. Tested for impacts from all sides, the hybrid construction keeps us protected at all angles when at the wall, while the multiple vents help keep us cool when we're fighting off the pump.

We like the Black Diamond Solution Harness's unrestricted movement while projecting our latest route obsession in the gym and at the crag. The Fusion Comfort Technology creates an interior webbing that evenly distributes pressure: no more wriggling away from pressure points while hanging off the wall to figure out beta.

For added protection that feels like we're wearing nothing at all, we snap on the Trango Halo Helmet. The thin nylon webbing is ultralight yet burly, while the multiple adjustment points let us find a perfectly customized fit that won't slip, shift, or loosen as we climb. Outfitted with breathable padding and constructed with 20 air vents, this helmet keeps us nice and cool under the relentless desert sun. And when the sun sets, the rear elastic strap and front clips help hold our headlamp in place for some nighttime sends.

SPECS: Weight: 75 g (2.6 oz) each Closed Gate Strength: 20 kN (4,496 lbf) Gate Opening: 21 mm (0.83 in) Minor Axis Strength: 7 kN (1,574 lbf) Open Gate Strength: 7 kN (1,574 lbf) DESIGN & DETAILS: Lightweight MiniWire carabiners 8mm, 60cm tubular construction with 100% Dynex Runner Alpine quickdraw configuration Usable as an alpine quickdraw or full-length sling for extending placements

The mosquito family is all about lightness. So we're happy to announce another member, the Mosquito backpack.

Just like international trips, you won't make up big walls very far without the help up Trango's Passport Ascender. This ascender is surprisingly light and compact for stowing inside haul bags when it's time to free a pitch or twelve. The large hand hold has a rubber grip to give your tired hands a break while you jug, and the low-profile thumb catch stays out of the way so you don't accidentally unlock the rope. Two clip-in points help you distinguish your personal clip from your leg loop's clip.

The Laser Speed Ice Screw is Petzl's ultimate choice for thinner sections on technical ice climbs. Its steel tubing and tri-toothed drill maximize the screw's bite when you're in a hurry to reach thicker ice, and the flexible crank eases screwing. Each length comes in different colors so you can find the length you want on your harness.

For efficiency on steep slopes and ice walls, we outfit our axe with the Petzl Pur'Ice Ice Climbing Pick. The reverse curve profile boosts placement precision and eases removal, helping us find our flow, while the steel construction brings strength that lasts.

The Black Diamond Vario Speed Harness' one-size-fits-all design allows your entire family or a whole climbing class to use it. A favorite of guides and climbing instructors, this Black Diamond harness includes fully adjustable waist and leg loops equipped with speed buckles for minimal hassle and increased safety to get climbers where they want to be—on the wall! The pre-threaded buckles on the Vario Speed Harness eliminate the need to double back, so a beginning climber will never be in danger of forgetting, and the single, durable tie-in point keeps you or your friends from tying in incorrectly.

DMM's Classic Rope Bag gets all your climbing essentials to and from crags, faraway walls, and the local gym. With a 31 liter capacity, the Classic can store one 80-meter rope as well as draws, harness, and shoes, or you can fit two 60-meter half ropes and more gear with careful packing. This backpack converts into a messenger bag by removing one of the shoulder straps and attaching it to the front. This is extra convenient when you have an extra backpack with more gear.

To protect our head from choss, we clip on the Petzl Boreo Climbing Helmet. The thick outer shell holds up against abuse in our pack and on the wall, while the streamlined build keeps bulk to a minimum. As we fight the pump, our building heat escapes through the fixed vents, and when our climber pulls on something they shouldn't, the strong foam helps absorb the impact.

When all the ice has melted, switch out your ice axe's pick with Petzl's Pur'Dry Pick and start climbing rock like an ice climber. Designed specifically for dry tooling, the Pur'Dry is slightly thicker than your average ice pick to improve overall rigidity when torqued. Also unlike standard ice blades, the upper hooking teeth give a better bite when slotted into cracks. The lower hooks are slightly inverted to keep stable when you're switching hands. The Pur'Dry Pick is compatible with Petzl's dry-tooling axes, specifically the Nomic and Ergonomic axes.

To protect our head from choss, we clip on the Petzl Boreo Climbing Helmet. The thick outer shell holds up against abuse in our pack and on the wall, while the streamlined build keeps bulk to a minimum. As we fight the pump, our building heat escapes through the fixed vents, and when our climber pulls on something they shouldn't, the strong foam helps absorb the impact.

The Petzl Picchu Climbing Helmet pulls double duty thanks to its dual certification for use when sending rock and riding road. The increased coverage design gives our little adventurer added protection on front, rear, and side impacts, while the hybrid construction boosts durability to stand strong against their rough handling.

The Metolius Upshot Belay Glasses let you watch your climber without looking up the whole time. And the main upshot, you no longer have neck strain on belay. Their prism lenses have a sharper angle than other belay glasses to help you keep a keen eye on climbers when they're high up. The temples have a sporty style, and the nose pads are compatible with glasses and sunglasses. Metolius included a lanyard, hard case, and cloth to clean the lenses.

The Petzl Picchu Climbing Helmet pulls double duty thanks to its dual certification for use when sending rock and riding road. The increased coverage design gives our little adventurer added protection on front, rear, and side impacts, while the hybrid construction boosts durability to stand strong against their rough handling.

To protect our head from choss, we clip on the Petzl Boreo Climbing Helmet. The thick outer shell holds up against abuse in our pack and on the wall, while the streamlined build keeps bulk to a minimum. As we fight the pump, our building heat escapes through the fixed vents, and when our climber pulls on something they shouldn't, the strong foam helps absorb the impact.

Just like international trips, you won't make up big walls very far without the help up Trango's Passport Ascender. This ascender is surprisingly light and compact for stowing inside haul bags when it's time to free a pitch or twelve. The large hand hold has a rubber grip to give your tired hands a break while you jug, and the low-profile thumb catch stays out of the way so you don't accidentally unlock the rope. Two clip-in points help you distinguish your personal clip from your leg loop's clip.

The Laser Speed Ice Screw is Petzl's ultimate choice for thinner sections on technical ice climbs. Its steel tubing and tri-toothed drill maximize the screw's bite when you're in a hurry to reach thicker ice, and the flexible crank eases screwing. Each length comes in different colors so you can find the length you want on your harness.

The highly versatile Mammut Ophir 4 Slide Harness brings the comfort without the weight for trad, sport, gym, and multi-pitch routes. The two-part webbing technology minimizes pressure points without adding extra padding to create a lighter, more comfortable harness by boosting airflow and mobility, so we feel free on the wall. To find our perfect fit over the day's layers, we simply cinch the 4 quick-fit buckles that keep the belay loop and waist belt centered.

On days spent sending bolted lines or holding our partner on their project as they suss out beta, we're kitted in the Black Diamond Solution Harness. The contoured design with Fusion Comfort Tech gives us a custom-feeling fit that evenly distributes pressure, moves with us on the wall, and holds strong through rough project and endurance sessions.