I purchased the XP because for some reason i just cant seem to get enough control with the ATC. What i really like about the XP is that if you have 2 climbers who like different styles of belay devices, each climber can use whatever side of the XP that they like, wether its the friction side or the smooth side. I prefer the friction side that seems to give you so much more control and piece of mind when belaying. Excellent product and design. Recommended for belayers who prefer maximum friction... that sounds dirty.

Perfect all purpose climbing/mountaineering helmet. Fit is very adjustable and comfortable. Really lightweight. I have used it several times for mountaineering, but have never been cracked in the melon, so i cant review on the protection of this helmet.. but it is certified. Has a nice low profile fit which isnt annoying or geeky looking. For the price i recommend for an all purpose helmet. The chinstrap adjustment is a little difficult, but once you work with it for a bit, its not bad.

Great pack for adventure racing/mountain biking/longer trail runs. Waterproof zips are well constructed, but do not slide well because of the waterproof material. Pack sits nice and snug to your back and doesnt move when in motion. there is no foam backing or support in the backpanel so the pack itself is limber, but when loaded up and strapped on, it rides very well for active pursuits. Good quality and lightweight.

This was one of my first tents for backpacking several years ago. I have had it through many horrible rain storms, in and out of stuff sacs, dirt, even snow, and it has never shown a flaw. Every time i use the Teton, it performs the way a 3 season tent should.. no leaks, good ventilation, sturdy in wind. For a buck-fifty, you really cant get a better 3 season. Packs light and small. Recommended

Got a bunch of these on sale. Great fit, very light. 5'10'' 190lb Large great fit. Problem is they funk up the same way any other tech tee does. Maybe i'm really stinky, but the Chitosan anti-micro treatment doesnt really do all that much in my experiences with these shirts.

Pretty good utility pack. Can do pretty much anything with it. Good size for day hikes, maybe a light overnight if you know how to pack. Stiff backpanel so it will support a good amount of gear in it. Very thick material so you can toss it around and abuse it without worry (I have with mine and it will take almost anything). One complaint is the zippers are HUGE. The zipper pulls are so big they cling together when you move fast. Feels great on your back. All in all a pretty good pack.

I was unfortunate enought to have purchased the old design Scrambler pack about 5 months before the new design Scrambler was released by M.H. The old design was pretty bad. The shoulder straps were so flimsy and light, it felt really awkward on your back, very unstable. I never packed it with too much gear, just the essentials for a side hike or summit push, but it just didnt cut it. The new design considered many of the old design flaws and it is much better now. For one, it has a thin waist belt which helps keep the pack in place. Second, the shoulder straps are much better, with added padding and wider from side to side. And now, instead of just a foam backer, they added a rigid plastic along with the foam backer to give the pack side to side rigidity. It will still flex up and down, but the plastic backer gives the pack much more stability to carry a little weight. A rediculous amount of bungees on the outside make it possible to strap some gear, but i wouldnt push it with how much weight this pack can carry. 15 pounds maybe.. All in all a great summit pack or daypack with versitility and much improved from the previous model.

Also used the Lowa's on a summit of Mt. Rainier. Have had these boots for 2 years. Took a little breaking in, but any mountaineering boot will. Probably the perfect boot for the climb if you dont want to use plastics. My feet were warm the entire climb, thus proving everyone is different, and not to rely on these reviews totally. Waterproof, but they will seem a bit soggy on the inside from sweat. The outside leather will absorb some water, which becomes a problem the next morning when they are frozen. They will flex just a tad, so its possible to wear on the approach hike to the base camp. Very comfortable for average width feet. The solution to the 3/5 review is; break in first, switch to camp booties when you reach base, and dont think that the "warmest" sock is necessarily a good thing. They might be too thick and only cause the negative effect after securely lacing up your boots by hindering proper circulation. Recommended (in my opinion) for most U.S. summits.

Hella-warm! It would be almost impossible for your (or anyone's) hands to get cold in these. Like most other expedition style insulated mittens, they have sufficient (synthetic) insulation in a separate liner, and a waterproof shell. Trigger finger is cool, but it is still pretty difficult to handle anything small in these mittens, but that is the case with any exped style mitt. Great quality construction as well. I dont see why you would pay 150+ bucks for other style insulated mitts when these are 85 and just as warm. You could use these for 8000 meter climbs in my opinion. I have used these in 0 degrees with 60mph winds and my hands were not at all cold. Maybe a bit heavier than Down insulated mitts, but trivial.

Good pant if you are looking for a burly, all purpose hiking/climbing pant. Very waterproof, but a bit weighty compared to Pro-Shell. I also have climbing specific Pro Shell pants that serve a different purpose, but the Escape's are warmer with a mesh liner. For winter backpacking where they're always on, the Escapes are great. For alpine climbing where the scenario is always changing, they might be considered a little heavy going into and out or your pack. Full side zips are very convienient.

Oct. 2009
Used the P.T. Quad to climb Rainier in Sept. Lit up the stage the whole time. You need a BRIGHT light to see footsteps and crevasses and the Quad worked well. Super easy to use, lightweight, and solid. Didnt get to test out the waterproof-ness, but the construction of the lamp seems sturdy. Great lamp for a cheap price.

Typical Arc'T price, not typical Arc'T quality and fit.. I bought this jacket for a light windshell to throw in my pocket while running. Very light as advertised, but the fit and quality seemed to be lacking. After putting the jacket on, it had a very baggie fit unlike most Arc'T shells, and was also very short. I purchased a large, which was the right size, but the jacket has a very generic cut to it. One of the biggest reasons that you pay so much for Arc'T clothing is for the materials and cut/fit. Not so much with the Celeris. For about 40 bucks less, you get better quality and a great athletic fitting jacket with the M.H. ghost anorak.

Got a killer price on this jacket so i had to try it out. Size Large fit is perfect (5'10" 190), great for layering with good mobility (I usually layer it with a Pata R1 hoody). Totally waterproof and windproof in 70mph winds(from experience). 4 out of 5 because the interior welded seams began to separate slightly on my jacket. Sent it to M.H. and they repaired it fo freezie! I'm a big fan of M.H. and this jacket is right up there as far as performing as described. Good quality and design for big movements and storm coverage. Great mountaineeing shell.

Amazing design and quality, but you pay for it.. like 3 car payments. Unless you are attempting a winter summit, or plan on hanging it from a rock ledge, it is far too much tent. I have used the EV2 on a few winter summit attemps and it has performed very well. First, it packs down really small if you separate the poles. Set up is super easy, freestanding crosspole design. I have used it with both 1 and 2 people and it is capable, but 1 person and climbing gear is good for me (5' 10" 190lb). If you are into roomy tents, you may want to rethink the EV2. It is a purpose built tent with basically one purpose, getting out of the elements. The interior vestibule is ok, but you are forced to crawl over whatever gear you have stored. I have found storing your gear in the rear of the tent makes much more sense, using the "vestibule area" as headroom. The way that it packs down, and how little it weighs, i have no problem packing it as a solo shelter. You will get condensation (I dont care what anyone says), but its manageable. Entry and exit is easy, but you should make a habit of giving the door a few slaps before you unzip it (snow has a tendency to fall in). It is very sturdy and holds up to strong wind if guyed out properly (an anchor/deadman in each corner doesnt hurt). If its not going to be very cold, dont bring it. A great product if you learn how and when to use it.

I have owned this pack for about 3 year now. Have made several winter summits with it it has never let me down. The versatility of the Dihedral is unbelievable! You can attach anything to it and it rides comfortably all day. If you are in the market for a 40L trailhead to summit pack, dont waist you time browsing, go with the Dihedral. If i ever wear through this one, i will buy another. Im assuming same goes for the larger Direttissima.

I purchased the titanium color at BC.com. Typical MH fit, slim and tall, feels good on. I have the large, fits nice.. I'm 5'10" 190. For uses, the MH website lists climbing/athletic, which it could be, with a few minor changes. The pockets are set low, thus bunching up under a pack/harness. Probably could have done away with pockets all together. There is no drawcord at the hem, and the stitching on the inside seems bulky. In my opinion it is set up as more of a casual jacket than a technical jacket, and i will probably get more casual use out of it than anything (to me, it kind of has that casual rain jacket look to it). I will leave the trail running/climbing to the Transition, which has a sportier look and feel to it. Nice overall.