Kowidd752682 - I read your question and even though I know it's been a while since you've posted it if figure it would do good to others to post this review. when purchasing a tent such as the ev 2, keep in mind that this is a tent specifically designed for high altitude mountaineering. if you want a true four season tent you should probably look into some of the other models. this is a single wall tent. this means that there's no mesh to ventilate during hot summer days/nights. Although there is vents at the top and sides of the tent, it's designed to retain heat well. if you live anywhere where heat is a factor, this tent may be way to warm in the summer. It's an awesome tent for sure, but to anyone purchasing a 4 season tent, you may be better buying a three season like the trango 2 unless you plan on doing some heavy winter camping! happy buying!

Over the course of 8 years of climbing, I have never found a better shoe! I've tried multiple shoes, all of which I liked for one reason or another but this shoe beats them all! Like other's have said, it's stiff yet you can feel every step. they do run small so be smart about it and try em on first. go to your local climbing store and ask someone if you are new to climbing. The trick to making them comfortable if they hurt your feet.....Put em on for a few....Take em off for a few....Put em on again! It will help! Amazing grip. Happy climbing!

I went out for the first time on my new trekkers and I liked em. Side hilling isn't the greatest, but it never is any way. I didn't mind sitting a little higher up either. They work as they are supposed to. There's a definate learning curve with balance at times. I learned quick to take a knee and use a quasi/telemark stance when making your way down a depression. if you don't you will fall forward and eat it on your face! If they break on you all the time then consider losing some weight. I found they're pretty beefy for inbound/outbound day trips.