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Andrew Krosbakken

Road Biker // Camper/Hiker // Snowboarder // Climber // Backpacker // Trad Climber // Sport Climber

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    Midwest Trad climber
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    Im a climber, a climber that just goes out and has fun. I started climbing when I was 13, and then started leading trad at the age of 15. From then on I have been hooked. Im not into anything as much as Im into climbing, though I do snowboard, as well as ice climb, sport climb, and backpack. But my main love is trad climbing and the adventure it brings. I love the fact that I leave no trace when I trad climb. It also brings me, and will bring me, to the most beautiful places on earth.

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Alaskan Mountains

Alaskan Mountains

Mountain Hardwear Typhoon Jacket - Men's

June 25, 2009

This is the only picture that I had of me wearing the jacket. sorry it isn't the best.

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Matanuska Glacier, Alaska

Matanuska Glacier, Alaska

Mountain Hardwear Windstopper Tech Vest - Men's

March 2, 2009

The Mountain Hardwear windstopper vest doing work. I had a light weight patagonia pull over under this vest and it did work. I love it.

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goes anywhere

Mountain Hardwear Hardwear Hat - Men's

Mountain Hardwear Hardwear Hat - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 October 12, 2009

This is a great hat. Its simple and goes anywhere. I wear it climbing, hiking, and hanging with friends. its also inexpensive.

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Can't ask for anything else.

Big Agnes Air Core Sleeping Pad - Mummy

Big Agnes Air Core Sleeping Pad - Mummy

Rating for this product: 4 August 9, 2009

I love this pad and have slept well in the back country ever sense i have gotten it. I can't sleep on my back so I slept crappy on my zlite but once and I got this I was sleeping well. It packs down way smaller than any thermarest and is way more comfortable. I only have one complaint and it is that it sucks to fill up because you use so much air, especially at high elevation. But if the stuff sack turned into a pump, much like the OR mats do, that would put this pad to 5 stars.

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Works well so far.

CamelBak Omega HydroTanium Hydration Reservoir

CamelBak Omega HydroTanium Hydration Reservoir

Rating for this product: 5 August 9, 2009

I love my camel bak. It works great and hasn't leaked yet. The bite valve is awesome and never leaks. Go with the 100oz. and you will not be disapointed.

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Great Chalk

Metolius Super Chalk

Metolius Super Chalk

Rating for this product: 4 August 9, 2009

I love this chalk. it was a great feel to it and works perfectly.

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Not a big fan

Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite Sleeping Pad

Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite Sleeping Pad

Rating for this product: 3 July 9, 2009

Im really don't care for this mat. It is unconfortable for me when I sleep on my side. It is alright if you like sleeping on your back but that is hard for me. I did give is three stars because it is light and you don't have to fill it up or be worried that it will get a hole in it.

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Great breathable shell

Mountain Hardwear Typhoon Jacket - Men's

Mountain Hardwear Typhoon Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 June 25, 2009

I love this shell. It breaths very well and is 100% water and wind proof. I used this for the last two weeks back packing and hiking and not once did it let me down. The pit zips are great for venting and for even more venting you can open the side pockets that are mesh in the inside to let air in. The one complaint is that I wish it had a tighter mid section but I think if I would have went with the medium instead of large that would have fixed that problem. Im 160 and 5' 10" and with a Tshirt under it the shell is a little baggy but with a fleece it is just right.

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Great edging

Evolv Optimus Prime Climbing Shoe

Evolv Optimus Prime Climbing Shoe

Rating for this product: 5 May 31, 2009

These are the second pair of evolve shoes that I have boughten and the brand in general is great.

This shoe edges super well and super stiff, and fits and forms to your foot great. Though not great at smearing, what performance velcro shoe is?

Over all and great shoe and if you want a great edging shoe, get this one.

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A great all around pack that does it all.

Mountain Hardwear Dihedral Backpack - 2450-2600cu in

Mountain Hardwear Dihedral Backpack - 2450-2600cu in

Rating for this product: 5 April 8, 2009

I love this pack. It has room to get all my trad gear in it plus more. This pack does it all and is built like a tank.

The top lid has two pockets, one small and one a bit bigger. It also has a camel back pocket and a rope strap.

If you want to go light and fast cinch it up and remove the back support as well as the hip strap and replace the thicker, padded strap with a thin webbing stap that is included.

This pack is highly recommended.

Cheers.

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It is alright

Marmot Bonfire Hooded Fleece Jacket - Men's

Marmot Bonfire Hooded Fleece Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 3 March 30, 2009

It is an alright jacket. I got mine in black and every little hair and lint shows up on it. It is kinda gross. Other than that is is very comfy.

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Super Light

Outdoor Research Peruvian Hat

Outdoor Research Peruvian Hat

Rating for this product: 5 March 30, 2009

I love this hat. It covers the side of your face and neck. This hat is super light and the windstopper in it is great for that ice cold wind in the mountains.

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A got to have piece of gear

Metolius PAS Personal Anchor System w/ Element Locking Carabiner

Metolius PAS Personal Anchor System w/ Element Locking Carabiner

Rating for this product: 4 March 25, 2009

I love my PAS. It is very useful and is always on my harness. The pas is safer than a daisy chain but doesn't have as many loop options as a dasiy chain. So far my PAS has help up great to abuse. I have no complaints.

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Great mid layer

The North Face TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip Fleece Pullover - Men's

The North Face TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip Fleece Pullover - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 March 23, 2009

This fleece is great. It is super soft and comfy. I wear it in between my shell and base layer and I am super warm.

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Easy to use.

Ortovox F1 Focus Avalanche Beacon

Ortovox F1 Focus Avalanche Beacon

Rating for this product: 5 March 19, 2009

This beacon is quite easy to use and basic. Just what you want in a beacon. But I have not had to actually use it in a real situation, which is a good think.

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22 oz is just right.

MSR Fuel Bottles DO NOT USE

MSR Fuel Bottles DO NOT USE

Rating for this product: 5 March 9, 2009

I bought the 22 oz bottle and I love the sixe of it. Its not to big but it holds more than enough fuel. Totally leak free. I too, carry and store the bottle with my stoves pump screwed on it, works great.

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MSR WhisperLite Stove

MSR WhisperLite Stove

Rating for this product: 5 March 9, 2009

A easy to light stove that boils a liter of water in just under 4 min. A great stove that is highly recommended.

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Great all around

Black Diamond Momentum AL Harness

Black Diamond Momentum AL Harness

Rating for this product: 5 March 5, 2009

This harness is very simple but very useful. I sport, trad and ice climb in it and it never lets me down. I also like how the gear loops stick out a bit, very useful.

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Get the job done

Black Diamond Quicksilver  Carabiner

Black Diamond Quicksilver Carabiner

Rating for this product: 4 March 5, 2009

I use the straight gate style for non rope end of my trad quickdraws. Though they are a little heavy, they feel super solid and the action is smooth.

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love them

Black Diamond OvalWire Carabiner

Black Diamond OvalWire Carabiner

Rating for this product: 4 March 5, 2009

These biners are very large and hold a lot. Great for racking nuts or hexs. The cliping action is also very smooth and nice. The only down side is they are a bit large, but what do you expect buying an oval.

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Classic

Black Diamond Mini Pearabiner Screwgate

Black Diamond Mini Pearabiner Screwgate

Rating for this product: 5 March 5, 2009

I use mine on my PAS and for belaying. They have alot of room in them for rappeling and belaying and the keylock nose never snags on webbing. They are perfect. highly recommeded.

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The best

Mountain Hardwear Wicked Tech T-Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

Mountain Hardwear Wicked Tech T-Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 March 5, 2009

These shirts are super light, and super breathable. It wicks away the sweat in no time, and drys very quickly. Great for a winter base layer and just a shirt in the summer.

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Its nice for TR belaying

Petzl Grigri Belay Device

Petzl Grigri Belay Device

Rating for this product: 3 March 4, 2009

I like this when I belay people on top rope. Other than that it is alright, I have used it belaying some one sport climbing but I would rather just use my atc. It is smooth though.

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great

Black Diamond Dynex Sewn Runners

Black Diamond Dynex Sewn Runners

Rating for this product: 5 March 4, 2009

super light, super strong, and nice and thin. I really light this runner.

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Thick and durable

Sterling Nylon Sewn Runners - 17mm

Sterling Nylon Sewn Runners - 17mm

Rating for this product: 5 March 4, 2009

I really like this stuff because it is thick and softer than the small 10mm runners. When I gurth hitch it together I feel better because it isn't digging into eachother as much. Also is really durable.

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Love these guys

Evolv Bandit Climbing Shoe

Evolv Bandit Climbing Shoe

Rating for this product: 5 March 4, 2009

These shoes are great. They smear well, edge well, and can climb cracks. I would call them a proformance crack shoe. The lace up is also great, its fast and you can get the tightness you need.

I will for sure get these resoled.

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They do the trick.

Smith Transit Goggle

Smith Transit Goggle

Rating for this product: 5 March 4, 2009

They are great but nothing speacial. The padding is really comfy and they work well. I guess I have no complaints... so 5/5 stars.

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Fits great

Mountain Hardwear Windstopper Tech Vest - Men's

Mountain Hardwear Windstopper Tech Vest - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 March 4, 2009

I love how this vest fits and it is so good at stopping the wind. Throw this over a hoody and your good to go on a cool sunny fall day.
There is a breast pocket and two side pockets which make it great to hold stuff, and they are all zip up pockets too.

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really light and warm

Marmot Cauldron Insulated Jacket - Men's

Marmot Cauldron Insulated Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 March 4, 2009

I love the feel of this jacket. It has a very sport friendly fit. Also has pit zips for when it gets hot. The only down side is that it isn't water proof but it does keep out wind.

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Smith Transit Goggle

March 2, 2009

No goggle is fog proof. The lenses are treated with an anti-fog coating and have vents to try and prevent fogging.I have had mine for a couple of seasons and haven't had problems with them fogging up.

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Black Diamond Momentum AL Harness

March 2, 2009

It is a standard climbing harness, so it will be okay for hanging around in. Look at the BD big gun or Petzl canyon harness. These both have bigger waist belts and leg loops which will distribute your weight better, causing less specific site weight spots.For really long rappels or just sitting in for a long time.I would not get this. I would get a harness with bigger/wider waist and leg loops.

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Bomber,

Black Diamond Camalot C4's

Black Diamond Camalot C4's

Rating for this product: 5 March 2, 2009

The most solid feeling cams I have used. I love them, have them, and use them. I have not found anything wrong with any of the sizes. I have not used anything under a .5 though. And the #6 is a little floppy.

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Classic

Black Diamond Stopper Set #4-13

Black Diamond Stopper Set #4-13

Rating for this product: 5 March 2, 2009

Basic, bomber and easy to place. Also, the color on them make them really easy to see what size they are.

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One of the greatest

Metolius Ultralight TCU

Metolius Ultralight TCU

Rating for this product: 4 March 2, 2009

I love these cams, the three lobes make them great. The only con is that they are wide, but that has only affected one placement one time ever. over all awesome.

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I hate the #6 through #8

Metolius Ultralight Power Cams

Metolius Ultralight Power Cams

Rating for this product: 4 March 2, 2009

I have the smaller ones through #5 and love them, but above that I hate them. The #6 is floppy and I don't like how the others feel. I think its the U stem on big cams I don't like. 4 stars because the small sizes are awesome, but the big ones aren't.

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Awesome

Black Diamond Positron Screwgate Carabiner

Black Diamond Positron Screwgate Carabiner

Rating for this product: 5 March 2, 2009

A very samll and light carabiner. I have 3 or 4 and love to have them on my trad rack for building anchors. But not the greatest for using with the rope, like rappeling or belaying. (its possible though)

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great holding power

Black Diamond ATC Guide

Black Diamond ATC Guide

Rating for this product: 4 March 2, 2009

I love this piece. The holding power is great and smooth feeding to top it off. I also love the "guide mode" it works well.

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Metolius Ultralight TCU

February 28, 2009

I did notice this. I have the older style of these, and my bro ordered the ultra lights and I compared them. The only cam out of the #1, 2, and 3 to have a different length was the #1. But other than that, like Ryan said, their fine.

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