Makes me feel better about leaving my Highroller on the car, since that rack won't lock to both a bike and the crossbars. Installs easily and feels secure, would rather not have to test it :)

These look great, feel solid, and I know they hold up to time and the elements, as this is my second pair. The first pair is still on my other car, looking great and doing the job worry-free. Synthetic coating is easy to scratch if you're an idiot, and I definitely scratched part of it off during installation. What does that make me?

5 STARS :)

Using Q106 clips on my '00 Maxima. Fit just fine, though concerned about possible door seal compression/tearing over time. Believe these are the best solution on the market, just aren't perfect. Happy to have them though, they do the job quite well.

Installed these in about an hour and a half on my '00 Maxima. Really impressed by how sturdy they feel. Yakima really did their homework. The rubber pads between the tower and my car should do a decent job of keeping dirt and scratches away.

5 stars not because they're the perfect rack system, but because they work incredibly well on a car not designed for a rack. Obviously roof rails are better, but if you're rocking the naked roof, these should do the job :)

Works great with hardtails or any full suspension with enough clearance to hang correctly. My newest full-suspension hangs badly and sways a lot at higher speeds. Wouldn't trust this rack with any bike that utilizes a rear shock right under the top tube, as many dw-link suspensions do. If you're a hardtail rider you're good to go, as the rack mounts easily, is incredibly stiff, and really does hold 3 bikes.

I couldn't get my wife to bring a large Nalgene around with her everywhere; she said it was just too big, and continued to use disposable bottles. This bottle is the answer! It's pretty much the same size as a disposable (same liquid capacity as a larger disposable), and fits conveniently in her purse. It's not a great option to use for any hike over a mile, but for around town, to work, and to school, it's great!

I believe I have the previous version, but I believe my review is still valid with this newer version. First of all, the bladder itself is bomber. No leaks, takes a beating, and the lid closes reassuringly tight. There are a few flaws; the black plastic that makes up the handle & hook mechanism is pretty weak. At below freezing temperatures, my hook snapped off while attempting to attach to my backpack's hydration sleeve hook (the one designed for that purpose). In addition, the plastic connector between the lid and the handle (to hold the lid when open) broke after far fewer uses than I would have predicted. It feels similar to the one on my Nalgene bottles, but those last through years of hanging, throwing, and abuse. The one on the reservoir literally does nothing except hold the lid. It shouldn't break at all.

The bladder itself is phenomenal though. Still receives four stars; just treat the handle area gently.

Simple, light, strong. It will stop a falling climber or enable you to smoothly rappel anything you wish. I do wish it had a little more friction variability. there are pretty much three positions; fall, stop, and descend. I wish the descend had a little more range of speed without having to squeeze tighter with the brake hand to accomplish it. Overall though, it will get the job done as often as it needs to be done!

Figured I should upgrade from my first ATC when I dropped it off a 70-foot wall... so this was the answer. Wanted the top-rope belay capability, (my climbing buddy is about 70lbs lighter than I am, so it makes life easier for him that way). It's heavier than the reverso3, but in a piece of gear this small is it worth 30% more money for tiny weight savings? Your choice, but I love this ATC.

The best big carabiner out there for the money! Othhers, like the Petzl William, cost about 50% more, but really don't offer more at all! Screw action is smooth, the gate opens easily to reveal a HUGE basket for everything you need to throw on it, and it easily accommodates the two loops in your harness plus slings/rope/ATC.

I've used a few different inflatables from thermarest, and this is by far the most comfortable. Kept me warm through many different snow camping/mountaineering adventures. effectively smaller than my trail lite too. Its a little on the expensive side, but the valve has never leaked. It doesn't slide around a tent either, like pads do that don't have a rubberized coating on the bottom. Sweet buy for sure; your sleeping comfort is one area you really don't want to compromise on.

Good stuff! I got the 5L on a whim from steepandcheap.com, and, although it doesn't actually hold much, I can keep my puffy jacket, camera, and a few pairs of socks in there (all the stuff that must, no matter what, stay dry). Looks pretty sweet too.

Dropped it in a hot spring in the middle of the night. STAYED ON WHILE SINKING! It was in the water for a good ten seconds before I was able to retrieve it. I was so sure it was going to short out, but just kept on working! For the rest of the trip, it had a little issue where it would stay slightly lit when off (somehow redirecting the current intended for the indicator light to the main LED), but once it dried out inside that issue fixed itself. Works great with Lithium batteries, even in below freezing temps!

My only complaint is the button design... could be better, maybe more like the Tikka 2 Plus's. They're hard to find with gloves on, but easy enough to press (there's a lot of button travel to play with).

It still gets 5 stars though! After getting dropped in water and still going strong, it deserves nothing less. (I assume it will hold up to all the rain nature can throw at it).

I had the previous version and lost it... decided I needed an upgrade for mountaineering so I bought a MYO RXP, but purchased this model for both my brother and sister. I'm convinced its the best headlamp on the market in terms of usability, brightness, battery life, and weight. The batteries go in easily, then stay in (the compartment doesn't open after an impact like some others I've seen). The new night mode is sweet too!

The screw gate seizes when locked down. I gave it one star because that's the only thing that this piece of gear needs to do well (besides catch a fall, and if it couldn't do that, it wouldn't be sold). When locked all the way, it resists the same amount (for a moment) whether you're unscrewing it or really tightening it down, making it difficult to remember which way is which. I have lots of other lockers, and this is the only one with that issue. I've been using it in concert with my Metolius Personal Anchor System (came as a set), and I'm probably going to leave this 'biner at home from now on. Its just frustrating.

The PAS makes clipping in easy and hassle-free. But the carabiner that comes with it is still a source of hassle. The gate seizes when locked, so it is hard to tell which way is actually unscrewing it (same resistance either way). Really frustrating. I definitely recommend the PAS, but try to find one w/o the carabiner. Its a waste of money!

Just did a multipitch sport route up a local peak, and the only time I noticed this was when I hit my head on rocks. It's light, fits great, and breathes really well. Why would anyone need anything more?

Kept coffee warm through my whole drive to Yosemite, then hot chocolate warm until dinnertime the next day! This thermos is far lighter than others I've tried, and it looks pretty sweet too. Definitely a good purchase.

This thing is great! I bought it for my fiancee anticipating a few outdoor excursions this winter, and it hasn't disappointed! She gets cold really easily, and has never complained with this jacket. The shoulders and arms have a fabric that feels plenty strong enough to sit under a pack if necessary. Best of all, she's willing to wear it around town! She just looks warm, not ridiculously inflated. She absolutely loves it. The Fire Brick color was my choice, and honestly I think it looks better than any jacket on the market.

Lost my previous headlamp while hiking somehow... and had to have another by the weekend. I've been getting into mountaineering, so I wanted one that would give me a lot of battery life, but still give me a lot of light. I purchased this one, and although I haven't taken it on an alpine start, it is awesome for night hikes. The lowest level is more effective than the highest level on my older headlight (Petzl Tikka Plus) at evenly distributing very usable light, and the high setting amazes me with how far I can actually see. It is really comfortable on my head (I would say even more comfortable than the Tikka Plus; less weight up front). The programmable lighting levels are a definite plus.

Last night I was taking a short walk on a trail behind my house to watch the sunset, and as I was walking home, I reached for my headlight, only to find it absent from my pocket. I searched back up the trail, but it got dark, so I figured I should head home. I searched my while route this morning too, but, alas, nothing. I didn't realize how much I loved this light till it went missing. You won't regret buying one, but you would definitely regret losing it.