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david rogers

Ice Climber // Sport Climber // Boulderer // Backpacker

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    I am an American, but last year I lived in Korea. Now im in Germany exploring Europe.
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    I am driven by self improvement. Projecting 5.12s and looking for beautiful places. When it comes to gear, I am a ultralight fanatic.

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in kandersteg

in kandersteg

Black Diamond Tracer Helmet

March 5, 2009

its a great helmet!

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Perfect For Climbers

Osprey Packs Variant 52 Backpack - 3000-3400cu in

Osprey Packs Variant 52 Backpack - 3000-3400cu in

Rating for this product: 5 April 20, 2009

Great pack for hauling gear i would also use it backpacking. Especially designed for climbers.

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Great!

Evolv Optimus Prime Climbing Shoe

Evolv Optimus Prime Climbing Shoe

Rating for this product: 5 April 8, 2009

Great shoes,i love them! The down turned last hooks onto even the steepest climbs, and the rubber uppers are great for toe hooking. If you like steep climbs, buy these now.

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Petzl Tibloc Ultralight Emergency Ascender

April 7, 2009

do you have to use an oval carabiner and cordelette with this?

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Great Screw

Petzl Laser Sonic Ice Screw

Petzl Laser Sonic Ice Screw

Rating for this product: 5 March 2, 2009

I used these in kandersteg last weekend along with BD turbo express and I feel these are better. The BD's bite into the ice quicker but, these have an overall easier placing. Much easier to use with gloves and one handed, also how the head is angled away from the ice. Your second doesn't have to worry about dropping them because they can stay clip in. As a bonus they come with petzl ice flute for storage and racking. Definitely buy these over any other ice screw.

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THE HELMET

Petzl Meteor III Climbing Helmet

Petzl Meteor III Climbing Helmet

Rating for this product: 5 March 2, 2009

I really like this helmet. Not only is it very light, and well ventilated. It features an great adjustment system so it always fits whether your wearing a beanie or not.

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Saved me and my buddies life

Petzl Reverso 3 Belay and Rappel Device

Petzl Reverso 3 Belay and Rappel Device

Rating for this product: 5 February 23, 2009

I was ice climbing in Kandersteg, Switzerland last weekend. While belaying my second up the pitch in the Reverso mode, a huge block of ice fell from above and landed on my left shoulder, breaking my scapula, clavicle, some ribs and collapsed my left lung. I was belaying him off the V-thread i was anchored to so i was able to continue to easily belay him safely with my still functioning right arm despite my injuries. After reaching me at the top of the pitch I was able to be lowered and then taken to medical facilities at Interlaken. Had I used another device or not belayed off the anchor, I would not have been able to continue belaying my second safely, and he may not have reached me and lower me. Bottom line: The reverso 3 is a safe and easy device to use even in emergency situations resulting in a quicker rescue time.

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Petzl Meteor III Climbing Helmet

February 21, 2009

When are you guys going to get the petzl vizion that goes with this helmet? Its great for ice climbing.

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Love them

Sanuk Donny Shoe - Men's

Sanuk Donny Shoe - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 October 3, 2008

I f**king those these shoes! Very comfy better than flip flops. Dont buy Chacos, buy Sanuks.

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nice

Simple Cushee Sandal - Men's

Simple Cushee Sandal - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 August 28, 2008

i dont know what the other guy is talking about. these are comfortable. the hemp is cool too.

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Love these bags

Sea To Summit Sil Cordura Ultra-light Compression Sacks

Sea To Summit Sil Cordura Ultra-light Compression Sacks

Rating for this product: 5 August 7, 2008

I love these bags. they are the best stuff sacks i have owned. So lightweight, so strong, and easy to pack. also water resistant. Great buy.

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THE BEST!

Big Agnes Air Core Sleeping Pad - Mummy

Big Agnes Air Core Sleeping Pad - Mummy

Rating for this product: 5 July 3, 2008

Way better than a Thermarest. Much better sleep. More compact, much lighter. Also includes repair kit. Big agnes makes the BEST products. Prolite 4 sucks. Air Core RULES!

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Great but,

Black Diamond Beta Light Shelter

Black Diamond Beta Light Shelter

Rating for this product: 4 June 23, 2008

This is a great shelter. I love how light and compact it is, and that is stows away easily. my only two complaints are that it needs factory taped seams instead of seam grip. Also the trekking poles in the middle get in the way when your getting busy in the woods with you partner. I would recommend bringing some guy-line with you for tying the tent up to a tree or something, then you can get rid of the annoying poles in you and your partners way.

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Awesome

Optimus Crux Stove

Optimus Crux Stove

Rating for this product: 5 June 23, 2008

I love this stove. very light very compact. I fit it inside my msr titan cup along with my brunton spork and a lighter.

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Oh my God!

Big Agnes Pitchpine SL Sleeping Bag: 40 Degree Down

Big Agnes Pitchpine SL Sleeping Bag: 40 Degree Down

Rating for this product: 5 June 23, 2008

I love this sleeping bag. It is THEE best summer sleeping bag I have owned. Big Agnes is ingenious with there bag design. With a little effort, it can also compact even smaller then the stuff size listed in tech specs, which is crazy small.

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Great!

Lowa Ice Comp GTX Ice Climbing Boot - Men's

Lowa Ice Comp GTX Ice Climbing Boot - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 June 5, 2008

Rock shoes with crampons. Performed exceptionally well on steep and thin ice. the raptor crampon doesn't shatter the ice. Just like having a pair of BD laser picks on your toes. Very agile boots.

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Comfortable

Black Diamond Tracer Helmet

Black Diamond Tracer Helmet

Rating for this product: 3 June 5, 2008

Very light, comfortable, out of the way helmet. Great on Ice.

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Sticky

Black Diamond Torque Glove

Black Diamond Torque Glove

Rating for this product: 4 June 5, 2008

Great for leashless climbing on steep ice. Very sticky. I use mine with with the jetstream glove liner (highly recommended) because these have no insulation.

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Outstanding

Petzl Hirundos Harness - Men's

Petzl Hirundos Harness - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 May 5, 2008

This is an outstanding harness. Petzl didn't cut any corners when they made this harness. It's beefy and lightweight at the same time. I especially like how the strap that holds the belay loop in place is a solid piece of webbing and doesn't come undone.

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Great

Black Diamond Apollo Lantern

Black Diamond Apollo Lantern

Rating for this product: 4 May 5, 2008

This is a great lantern. It illuminates everything without blinding you. if you're going to get it go ahead and purchase the NRG rechargeable battery kit with it.

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