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Alien vs. Predator. a.k.a. a review of the new BD X4 Cams

Robert Breyer — Tue, 21 May 2013 05:54:02 +0000

BD have just released its new range of small cams. They are officially known as the X4 Camalots. Rumor has it that internally, they were known as Predators, a tongue-in-cheek code word to take on Aliens, the one-time market leader for small cams.

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Bolt issue on Kalymnos

admin — Thu, 02 May 2013 07:00:48 +0000

As we anticipated for years, they have Stress Corrosion Cracking (SCC) of their stainless steel bolts, just as Cayman Brac and Thailand used to have.

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Miura VS under scrutiny

Richard Halsey — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 10:57:51 +0000

A high performance Italian model with Velcro. In the absence a Lamborghini sports car sharing the same name, I'll tell you about my test drive of the climbing shoes instead.

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Mammut ropes back in South Africa

Justin Lawson — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 12:20:11 +0000

Robert and Trish from MMO speak to us about their decision to bring Mammut ropes back to the South African climbing market.

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Icebreaker Merino Wool Review

admin — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 09:52:04 +0000

Icebreaker Review by Malcom Gowans. "I’ve been testing out my Icebreakers on multi-pitch sport routes, wintery trail runs, sweating and grunting while missioning up bushy kloofs in search of illusive trad lines and TACFIT training on cold rainy beaches."

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Worldwide warning to users of via ferrata sets

Justin Lawson — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 10:48:04 +0000

The UIAA - International Mountaineering and Climbing Federation is issuing a worldwide warning to users of via ferrata sets to check the websites of manufacturers in order to find out whether the unit they are using is safe.

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Vaude Terkum Backpack Review

Justin Lawson — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 10:23:43 +0000

Instead of taking more rest days or doing something silly like yoga, I decided to acquire some items that I though my body would appreciate. These included an ergonomic chair, an orthopaedic pillow and a backpack that fits well.

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OUTDOOR

Justin Lawson — Sun, 05 Aug 2012 21:55:59 +0000

The outdoors is getting greater. More people going outdoors, that translates to more customers and more stuff to buy and sell. Business is good.

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Reverso 4 Review

Justin Lawson — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 13:27:03 +0000

The Reverso 4 looks and performs almost identically to its predecessor the Reverso 3. That is to say that it is an excellent belay device.

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Review: Platypus Insulator Hydration Systems

Justin Lawson — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 08:28:23 +0000

If you like your water at a certain temperature then this is the reservoir for you.

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Summit Jacket by First Ascent

Justin Lawson — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 10:10:33 +0000

Top of the range waterproof jacket, designed for the most extreme conditions on the planet.

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Review K-Way Mercury Shell Jacket

Herman — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:48:13 +0000

When I received the packet at the post office I was surprised how light and small it was for what is a proper shell jacket.

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First Ascent Apple Jacket Review

Justin Lawson — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:06:48 +0000

The Apple Jacket is a windproof, water resistant shell with a full zip weighing in at a mere 95g!

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Review: First Ascent 5-in1 Poncho

Justin Lawson — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:31:56 +0000

The First Ascent 5-in1 Poncho is, as the name suggest, a poncho with some extra tweaks that makes it easier to use it for other purposes than just a raincoat.

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Review: Petzl CORE

Justin Lawson — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 07:54:44 +0000

The CORE is a rechargeable battery that fits the TIKKA2 & ZIPKA2 headlamps.

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Evolv / Bluewater Athletes Andrew Pedley & Matt Bush pushing the limits

Justin Lawson — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 12:01:57 +0000

Andrew was reportedly seen recently in the Cape, where he made an ‘onsight’ of TM trad classic 'No Longer at Ease', 25 ‘The walk in was harder than the climb (seriously!)

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First Ascent Yak Sac Duffle Review

Justin Lawson — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 11:33:05 +0000

The Yak Sac is a bombproof expedition bag designed for hauling gear for any sort of journey on which you might be embarking.

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GRIGRI 2 Review – Assisted braking belay device

Justin Lawson — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 16:14:26 +0000

In brief, it’s lighter, safer, smaller and works like the old one (just like an old friend but now with benefits)

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Sharper Edges by Andy de Klerk

Justin Lawson — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:09:27 +0000

A soulful new twist on climbing literature, the stories in Sharper Edges span two decades of climbing, BASE jumping and family life. With frankness, sensitivity, philosophy and deadpan humour, Andy de Klerk takes you on the end of a rope into his world of extreme danger, friendship, heartache and loss.

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RBs – a useful addition to your trad-rack

Justin Lawson — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 20:48:16 +0000

There was a buzz on the Climb.co.za forum recently around bad things happening when good men do nothing...and removable bolts (RBs) were mentioned.

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