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renan ozturk

Skier // Climber // Biker

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  • Stomping Grounds:

    Yosemite, Indain Creek, Himalaya
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    As in climbing, so in art, so in life. In all three the full spectrum of emotions come into play. At times there will be uncertainty, insecurity and fear. At other times there will be inspiration and things will flow effortlessly.

    Ultimately it is amazing that we are here at all. The more time we spend expressing ourselves through actions and thoughts the more richly we have lived. Climbing and art are two of the greatest vehicles I have found to carry me this direction.

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Chad Teaser

The North Face Paramount Valley Convertible Pant - Women's

May 8, 2011

Mark Synnott rocked The North Fae Paramount in Chad...check out the teaser!

Cheers,

~renan

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Himalaya Dispatch

GoPro HD Motorsports HERO

December 19, 2010

GoPro climbing sequence starting at :40 seconds

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diez in nepal

The North Face Diez Down Jacket - Men's

August 21, 2010

Welcome to the 7th year of the Khumbu Climbing Centre in the Everest region. Nepali high altitude workers tune up on technical climbing, English and medical skills during the Khumbu winter.

Conrad Anker has the diez in the opening ceremony scene, go to minute 2:49...really dig the color he has!

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TAWOCHE 2k10 dispatches #2

The North Face Prism Optimus Down Jacket - Men's

March 5, 2010

Psyched on this jacket for the nepal adventure, great mix of light and warm! It appears at 3.06

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borneo basecamp

The North Face Mountain 25 Tent - 2-Person 4-Season

March 4, 2010

bomber all around tent....here it is in action on a 13,000 ft camp on the top of mt kinabalu in borneo. Check it out at time code .50

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tawoche dispatches #2

Black Diamond Speed 40 Backpack - 2319-2441cu in

March 4, 2010

the journey into the high himalaya...Cory is sporting this amazing pack...check it out at timecode 1.33

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Tawoche 2k10 dispatches #1

The North Face Big Sur Pant - Men's

March 4, 2010

i love these pants for traveling because of the pockets low above the knees...the fit plane tickets, passport etc when you are hustling around the airport

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Tawoche dispatch #1

The North Face Prophet 65 Backpack - 4000-4300cu in

March 4, 2010

I use the prophet 65 as a carry on for big expeditions..such a sick pack for all around adventures from start to finish! cheers, renan

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Tawoche 2k10 dispachtes #1

The North Face Base Camp Duffel Bag - 2560-4395cu in

March 4, 2010

the expedition journey to nepal complete with four 70 lbs base camp duffels!!

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Tawoche 2k10 dispatches #3

The North Face VE 25 Tent 3-Person 4-Season

March 4, 2010

The journey to a remote bascamp in nepal...there are a few great shots of the inside of our VE-25 towards the end. It was the tent of choice for our light 2 man winter expedition

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Tawoche 2k10 dispatch #5

The North Face Redpoint Optimus Insulated Jacket - Men's

March 4, 2010

the redpoint in action on the summit of a new route in nepal, complete with epic rope chopping descent!

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Borneo Big Wall "as free as can be"

The North Face Meru Paclite Jacket - Men's

March 3, 2010

Alex Honnold Sending with Meru Packlight on a big wall 1st ascent in Borneo

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ve-25 in the film As It Happens

ve-25 in the film As It Happens

The North Face VE 25 Tent 3-Person 4-Season

September 11, 2010

ve-25 at the tawoche basecamp, khumbu himalaya
http://vimeo.com/14622087

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alpine rocking with the la sportiva katana vibram xs

alpine rocking with the la sportiva katana vibram xs

La Sportiva Katana Vibram XS Edge Climbing Shoe

September 3, 2010

still my top pic for alpine rock climbing! here with timmy oniel on D1 on the the diamond, RMNP

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sunrise on the diamond with the La sportiva miura

sunrise on the diamond with the La sportiva miura

La Sportiva Miura Climbing Shoe - Men's Discontinued Rubber

September 3, 2010

one of the best all around shoes ever made... being used in the alpine in this case!

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diez jacket in oz

diez jacket in oz

The North Face Diez Down Jacket - Men's

August 21, 2010

matt segal sporting the new 800 fill diez on a mulitpitch climb in australia

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solaris in AK

solaris in AK

Brunton Solaris Flexible Personal Solar Panel

June 5, 2010

we used the solaris to charge direct for our camera equip... mostly dslr cameras. super reliable and portable!

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dome 8 in ak

dome 8 in ak

The North Face Dome 8 Tent 8-Person 4-Season

June 5, 2010

OK same dome from before is up to 10 expeditions now and still going strongt! needless to say we are pretty impressed with the durability

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in action with its bigger brother

in action with its bigger brother

The North Face Sidetrack 25 Rolling Gear Bag - 4330cu in

December 10, 2009

I dig the design The North Face Sidetrack 25 Rolling Gear Bag so much that I often also travel with the larger version for my checked bag!

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blue #3 in AK

blue #3 in AK

Black Diamond Camalot C4's

July 19, 2009

love these cams in the mountains for there wide range and ability to not get stuck as much as the wild country pieces

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anchor for the bivy, RUTH GORGE, AK

anchor for the bivy, RUTH GORGE, AK

Black Diamond Camalot C3

July 19, 2009

love this the smallest size because it is a bit smaller than the smallest metolious and has a really low profile head

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at the shiver bivy, RUTH GORGE

at the shiver bivy, RUTH GORGE

MSR WindPro Stove

July 19, 2009

this stove is excellent for making your fuel bottle last a really long time because you can lift and and gravity feeds the last part of the canister

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city offwidths in denver

city offwidths in denver

Smith Intersection Baseball Hat

July 19, 2009

this hat is pretty stylish, lightweight and breathable

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talent in brown

talent in brown

Smith Talent Sunglasses

July 19, 2009

Although they don't fit me specifically I've had a few friends really fall in love with these for everything from cruising the city to full on super-alpine glacier adventures!

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mclean in the alpine

mclean in the alpine

The North Face Sentry Mclean Hooded Fleece Jacket - Men's - DO NOT USE

July 8, 2009

despite the funny name this is my favorite piece for any climbing adventure.... here in the ruth gorge, AK range

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added protection

added protection

Backcountry.com Liner Glove - Men's

July 8, 2009

really dig these durable light gloves... they are super stretchy and can double as socks when you need a bit of extra warmth on a alpine shiver bivy. super impressed!

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at a frosty shiver bivy

at a frosty shiver bivy

Black Diamond Tracer Helmet

July 8, 2009

really great helmet for fast and light alpine climbing

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eye tooth summit

eye tooth summit

Black Diamond RPM Backpack - 1587cu in

July 8, 2009

did I mention I really like this pack? Its hard to describe how well it fits, like a molded tear-drop to your back

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air sweden, trusting the C4

air sweden, trusting the C4

Black Diamond Camalot C4's

June 19, 2009

these cams are confidence inspiring in sandstone

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air sweden whipper

air sweden whipper

Black Diamond Camalot C4's

June 19, 2009

its nice to have 4 lobes for falls on sandstone... killer for the creek!

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Trango Towers BaseCamp

Trango Towers BaseCamp

The North Face Dome 8 Tent 8-Person 4-Season

June 18, 2009

This tent survived quadruple back to back expeditions and is still going strong

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Ruth Gorge BaseCamp

Ruth Gorge BaseCamp

The North Face Dome 8 Tent 8-Person 4-Season

June 18, 2009

such a sick tent. We have it set up here without the inner body, as a lightweight shell for cooking. Its perfect for glacier life in this way because you can carve out benches and cooking space below where the floor would be. easy to set up as well with the top pole hub feature

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In Mustang, Tibetan plateau

In Mustang, Tibetan plateau

Black Diamond Magnum Backpack - 976cu in

June 18, 2009

I love this pack, the way that the pack straps float out from the pack are super comfortable. Also for its lightweight profile it fits more than you realize based on the specs. I think this is because of the lip where the hydration unit comes out allows you to pack and compress things inside

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zion first ascent

zion first ascent

The North Face El Cap Delta 1/4 Zip Jacket - Men's

June 4, 2009

this is the same piece with different color blocking.. this is a great lightweight layer for active pursuits!

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Chossineering in Mustang, Nepal

Chossineering in Mustang, Nepal

Black Diamond Tracer Helmet

June 4, 2009

National Geographic feature on PBS will air NOV 18 at 8pm

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In Mustang, Tibetan plateau

In Mustang, Tibetan plateau

Black Diamond Tracer Helmet

June 4, 2009

National Geographic feature on PBS will air NOV 18 at 8pm

super light...key for chossy cliff cave climbing

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cliff cave city exploration expedition...

cliff cave city exploration expedition...

La Sportiva Spantik Mountaineering Boot - Men's

June 4, 2009

National Geographic feature on PBS will air NOV 18 at 8pm

I really love this boot

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about to pull in to an acient cliff cave in nepal

about to pull in to an acient cliff cave in nepal

La Sportiva Spantik Mountaineering Boot - Men's

June 4, 2009

these boots are super comfortable, I kept them on all day even in super hot temps. They pack out a bit so if they feel tight at first they will ease up after a few long days...

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archeological mud climbing

archeological mud climbing

La Sportiva Spantik Mountaineering Boot - Men's

June 4, 2009

part of a National Geographic expedition to explore cliff cave systems on the Tibet Plateau... the spantik was killer for kicking into the vertical mud walls with crampons...

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more rock climbing at altitude in nepal

more rock climbing at altitude in nepal

La Sportiva Spantik Mountaineering Boot - Men's

June 4, 2009

I've used boots extensively..thrashed the same pair on 4 expeditions in all types of conditions before they died. These boots are super light, warm and durable... highly recommended. The lacing system is really innovative as well!

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shot from Khumbu Climbing School

shot from Khumbu Climbing School

The North Face KCS Denali Hooded Fleece Jacket - Boys'

June 4, 2009

I've been a part of KCS for a few years... It is an amazing program to teach technical climbing skills to the local nepali people who work in the high mountains such as Everest. Not only is this jacket awesome, but you will be supporting the planet and a meaningful non-profit. Double good karma!

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Nepal Basecamp Night-Shot

Nepal Basecamp Night-Shot

The North Face VE 25 Tent 3-Person 4-Season

June 4, 2009

The Bomb proof standard for any adventure. Pictured here at a high basecamp in the Everest Region Khumbu Himalaya

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rock climbing@18,000 in nepal

rock climbing@18,000 in nepal

La Sportiva Spantik Mountaineering Boot - Men's

June 4, 2009

amazing boots!! Besides being perfectly suited to high altitude snow summits and ice climbing, they also climb rock really well. The precision is high on all types of terrain.

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Cooking in the everest region

Cooking in the everest region

The North Face Classic Denali Fleece Jacket - Girls'

June 1, 2009

from the Khumbu Climbing School..teaching nepalis climbing skills..

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Nepal Basecamp Solar set-up

Nepal Basecamp Solar set-up

Brunton Solaris Flexible Personal Solar Panel

June 1, 2009

Need to power your ipod, sat phone, laptops, sat modem remotely?? I use 3 of the 12 watt connected in line to a gell cell motorcyle battery

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above the clouds 20,000ft in Nepal

above the clouds 20,000ft in Nepal

Black Diamond Firstlight Tent 2-Person 3-Season

June 1, 2009

sick tent for fast and light missions! photo on Tawoche, Khumbu Region SE ridge attempt

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Racking at Shipton Basecamp, pakistan

Racking at Shipton Basecamp, pakistan

Black Diamond Neutrino Carabiner

June 1, 2009

...wish we brought more neutrinos!

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racking up in the trango towers

racking up in the trango towers

Black Diamond Oz Carabiner

June 1, 2009

Climbing Gear has evolved..get the Oz and lighten up your scene! ...pretty durable for the size and weight and a good rope bearing surface for whipping on.

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SW Cat Ear Summit on the FA

SW Cat Ear Summit on the FA

The North Face Velocitee Crew Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

June 1, 2009

T-shirt weather @19,000ft!

Its always nice to have one of these below all your layers on longer climbs...

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In Mustang, Tibetan plateau

In Mustang, Tibetan plateau

The North Face Prophet 65 Backpack - 4000-4300cu in

June 1, 2009

Pete Athans en route to explore an ancient art site on the nepal/tibet border... National Geographic feature on PBS will air NOV 18 at 8pm! We love this pack for everything, super lightweight and supportive!

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Racking up in the Ruth

Racking up in the Ruth

La Sportiva Katana Climbing Shoe - Discontinued Rubber

June 1, 2009

I love this shoe for alpine rock climbing oversized with warm socks...nice easy on and off with the velcro...good mix of comfort and precise edging for free-climbing

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Glacier travlin

Glacier travlin

The North Face Prophet 45 Backpack - 2500-3000cu in

June 1, 2009

I use this pack for everything from cragging to big glacier adventures

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haggard self portrait

haggard self portrait

The North Face Venture Jacket - Men's

June 1, 2009

epic descent from FA on the Eye Tooth, Ruth Gorge Alaska Range

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polarchromatic magic

Smith Chief Sunglasses - Polarchromic

Smith Chief Sunglasses - Polarchromic

Rating for this product: 5 May 11, 2011

I love the Smith Chief glasses...they just fit me well. Its awesome that they make this model with polarchromatic glass which is perfect for variable light condition when climbing in the mountains. Its really a crucial feature when you are on a lead and you start out in bright conditions..then the light conditions change to shade and you are a no-fall situation...these lenses adjust and you can still focus on the crux at hand. The marvels of modern technology, so psyched!

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a good equation

The North Face Makalu Insulated Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 May 7, 2011

The North Face Makalu is my current my go-to belay jacket for alpine climbing this past year.

A waterproof shell + primaloft insulation + lightweight construction = warmth in any conditions that is not super bulky/heavy to carry

This piece is higher performance than the 'perception' that is mentioned below..it a more minimalist design which is what u want in the mountains..hence no bulky stitched logos and such :)

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highly recommended

GoPro  HD Motorsports HERO

GoPro HD Motorsports HERO

Rating for this product: 5 December 19, 2010

I've used the HERO HD as my go to POV camera this year because of its wide lens angle, 1080HD resolution, durability, easy cheap SD media and mounting options. I've tried every other small POV on the market and the GoPro is my favorite.

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Live again another day

Blue Water Eliminator 10.2mm Standard Rope

Blue Water Eliminator 10.2mm Standard Rope

Rating for this product: 5 December 11, 2010

One of the most trustworthy ropes I have ever used. Survive blood-curdling epics around the globe with this one.

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Mountain Beast

Blue Water Lightning Pro 9.7mm Climbing Rope

Blue Water Lightning Pro 9.7mm Climbing Rope

Rating for this product: 5 December 11, 2010

I've spent 19 days on an himalayan big wall with one of these and it survived with flying colors. It is a durable beast!

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great updated design

The North Face Prism Optimus Down Jacket - Men's

The North Face Prism Optimus Down Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 September 29, 2010

Really dig the new design. I'm a big fan of the duel chest pockets and colors...but the biggest thing for me is the new puffy hood! The North Face Prism Optimus Down is such a key piece for any trip big or small!!!!!

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next level construction/climbability

La Sportiva Ganda Approach Shoe - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 September 3, 2010

just got down from a 13 day on the diamond with the la sportiva ganda.... for the amount of walking, alpine chossineering and general abuse they did not show any wear point. I'm pretty impressed with the construction and really psyched on the confidence I can have while climbing with them!

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still my #1 pick for alpine rock

La Sportiva Katana Vibram XS Edge Climbing Shoe

Rating for this product: 5 September 3, 2010

the lo profile toe, easy on and off and new sticky rubber keep me coming back to this shoe for alpine climbing...size them with sock and enjoy the perfect mix of edging and toe jamming without ever having to take them off for an entire day of climbing!

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800 fill magic..with a puffy hood!

The North Face Catalyst Down Jacket - Men's

The North Face Catalyst Down Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 August 21, 2010

can't stress enough how much the 800 fill makes a difference in every way: light feel, warmth, weight, pack-ability. If you want 800 fill and the diez is a bit to light this is the way to go!

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800 fill-super puffy

The North Face Diez Down Jacket - Men's

The North Face Diez Down Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 August 21, 2010

the 800 really is a step above in quality of down for warm/weight...for this reason i think this is the best puffy TNF has put out in while....is perfect layer to add for long climbs where weight/space is an issue in the follower pack.

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worth the $$

ALINE Footbed

ALINE Footbed

Rating for this product: 4 April 14, 2010

After a few days they became my choice insole because: 1. they don't smell 2. retain shape over time (don't have cushion to pack out) Yeah, I've swapped em between shoes for 3 months of heavy use and they are going strong...they seem totally worth the slightly higher price.

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lightwieght and durable

The North Face Meru Paclite Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 March 3, 2010

highly recommended for any adventure...it is super light but also will take a beating without tearing to shreds...named after the iconic peak in the Indian Himalaya called Mt. Meru, the center of the universe in hindu cosmology (i attempted it with conrad anker and jimmy chin in 2008....f***ing epic!!!!)

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Take em every time

La Sportiva Spantik Mountaineering Boot - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 December 30, 2009

I'm about to launch for Nepal again...up late seam sealing a pair of Spantiks. They are super light, warm and I really dig the lacing system, good for cold technical climbing. Its a really good idea to seam seal them when they are brand new. It will give you added waterproofing and durability that is sometime the difference! Also bring an extra laces you, they wear out with super heavy use!

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The North Face Big Fat Frog 24 Bx Tent 2-Person 3-Season

December 24, 2009

anything is possible but not if you want to set up a quick free-standing structure! The Fat Frog is a supet light tent either way! If you want something lighter you might want to look into tarp solutions or the Black Diamond Megamid.

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The North Face Swift Hybrid Jacket - Women's

December 21, 2009

Hey I actually spent a month living on top of Mt Kinabalu last april. I think the The North Face Swift Hybrid Jacket would be a good jacket if you are planning on a fast climb and descent in good conditions. In general though I would recommend the a waterproof lightwieght shell like the Venture or Triumph and a TKA underlayer so you are more prepared for the afternoon torrential rain storms. Hope this helps!

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mellow style

The North Face Cryptic Reversible Beanie

The North Face Cryptic Reversible Beanie

Rating for this product: 5 December 16, 2009

A recent favorite of mine...a low-key beenie I've been wearing non stop. The knit is pretty heavy and warm and I really dig the stripe pattern.

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all time favorite

The North Face Redpoint Optimus Insulated Jacket - Men's

The North Face Redpoint Optimus Insulated Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 December 16, 2009

The redpoint optimus a such a versatile, well built, durable jacket which is good for any conditions! It the the #1 jacket I take on expeditions and up climbs because it is not super heavy, has an insulated hood and the primaloft will insulate even when wet. This piece was recently updated with some new nylons that make it feel softer and silky. It will last forever and not disappoint!

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Secret Weapon

The North Face Sidetrack 25 Rolling Gear Bag - 4330cu in

Rating for this product: 5 December 10, 2009

The North Face Sidetrack 25 Rolling Gear Bag has really changed the way I travel on packing my carry on to the absolute limit when I need distribute weight and not get charged to much for extra baggage. I literally put upwards of 50lbs of camera and climbing gear in this roller. The boxy shape really allows you pack more than you think is possible and all the pockets are perfectly planed. After back to back trip to the Himalaya I had some of the same issues mhkpilot mentioned of a few loose screws in the handle and worn edges which is great feedback for improvements! Bottom line is I don't know any other roller that would stand up to the weight and abuse I dished out. There is a bit of video footage of this bag in trasit here: http://vimeo.com/8056513

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The North Face Venture Jacket - Men's

December 2, 2009

Hey annette,

this jacket is not lined and the hood is not removable.... actually those are great features, I really dig this jacket for its functional simplicity!

Best,

Renan

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The North Face Thunder Down Jacket - Men's

November 18, 2009

Hey if you want a lightweight down i think The North Face Thunder Down Jacket is a good choice, its significantly lighter than the big Himalayan models and perfect for SLC. The black color can even pass for a dressy occasions after long days in the hills...

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for EVERYTHING

Black Diamond Xenos Harness

Rating for this product: 5 November 17, 2009

I've been using Black Diamond Xenos Harness for everything from ice to gym climbing.... It is super lightweight as well as comfortable for any adventure!

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light and warm

The North Face Thunder Down Jacket - Men's

The North Face Thunder Down Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 15, 2009

I often throw this jacket into my pack on any outing because of the warmth/weight ratio. I'm not sure the science of it but The North Face Thunder Down Jacket really keeps me warm for how light it is. I think it has to do with the high quality 800 fill down. Basically its just a great jacket which has a simple and functional cut and design. happy adventures, Renan

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unreal print pattern

The North Face Kolmarden Hooded Softshell Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 15, 2009

super functional for mountains as well as out in the town!....check out the innovative print, when you look closer at the woven tree trunks faces are revealed! An amazing work of art my TNF designers, personally the The North Face Kolmarden Hooded Softshell Jacket is a full on collector's item! best, Renan

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Travel Master

The North Face Lower East Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt - Men's

The North Face Lower East Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 14, 2009

I took The North Face Lower East Full Zip Hooded Sweatshirt down to Patagonia as my "travel and town hoody" last winter.

All the pockets are perfect for keeping all of your tickets and organized. Also, it is nice heavy weight for colder flights and days in town where you don't want to have another jacket to survive.

On top of it all the build in balaclava is an overlooked feature that is ridiculously cool...hopefully the gangsters who buy this piece don't rob to many banks with this puppy masking their face!

Cheers,

Renan

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Durable Workhorse

The North Face Tahoe Down Hooded Jacket - Men's

The North Face Tahoe Down Hooded Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 14, 2009

I really dig The North Face Tahoe Down Hooded Jacket because:

--how puffy the hood is
--the durability of the outer nylon.
--inside the pockets are a super warm & comfy micro-fleece liners- an amazing detail not in the description!

It is my cragging belay jacket of choice that has lasted up to tons of abuse and rock scruffs without tearing apart and spilling down everywhere.

Highly Recommended piece, hope this helps!

Renan

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The North Face Prophet 35 Backpack - 2150cu in

November 13, 2009

Hey, I would not rule out the North Face Prophet 35 even if you are not using it for serious climbing....it is still a super clean design, lightweight and functional. It is a long time favorite in the TNF line for fit. I guess in the end you might let your budget decide for you... Good luck, hope this help.... cheers, renan

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The North Face Resolve Jacket - Women's

October 30, 2009

I'd only wear the resolve if you are running in the rain. It does breath but it is so much more comfy and practical to use some like the The North Face Windstopper Active Jacket for crisp fall cardio missions!

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