Do I need it... No. Is it awesome in a nerdy weight weenie sort of way... Yes!

There are pleny of places to review the tech specs on this camera. It has serious issues with exposure which have ruined several of my better shots, hopefully the new firmware will fix the problem. The biggest thing for me is the ease of use, just turn it on and go. It doesn't slow you down much and doesn't piss your buddies off.

This is a great light weight athletic cut (a.k.a. runs small) vest. I was amazed ow warm it was for the weight. It is my go to layer for when things start getting a little chilly.

These things are awesome, tons of energy, and they taste good. These are way easier to eat than gels. They are a little pricey but there are enough blocks for 2-3 servings in each package.

My friend Greg tours on these skis, and he says all the time that they are a nice weight for touring. He and I did a pretty big day of almost 10K vert, and 13 miles, myself on dynafit/dps and Greg on Duke/ants, and he managed to keep up. He's usually a pretty big wimp so that must mean they really do pair nicely with touring equipment. You can see him skiing a steep snow gully overhanging a giant ice bulge in the picture. Seems like he's really enjoying them.

I love cliff jumping and rope swings but I hate going barefoot. These shoes are perfect for me They are great for taking a little shock when you hit the water (or the bottom) from any height even when pushing or exceeding the century mark for height. When wearing them around they are super comfey with socks or no. I've used them for everything from working to as an approach shoe for climbing. The no sock comfort is great at the crag.

My main beef is that they take a very long time to dry out considering that they are a water shoe.

I skied FT12's on DPS W105's without brakes for most of a season without brakes but picked some up. Yes you save a little weight without them but you spend all sorts of time worrying about weather they will take off on you or not. When you are skiing something sketchy there are plenty of other things you should be worrying about.

I got 8 of these 3 years ago when I started climbing at Rumney regularly. They are all still going strong. They aren't the lightest but they are just a great all around beater sport draw. They have a very nice clip to them and the webbing/thong combination keeps the lower carabiner firmly in place at all times.

AT rigs are all about compromise. With these bindings on you won't be winning any rando-races but you will have all the confidence you need in them when it counts. Big airs, straightlines, no fall zones, the bindings won't give you an excuse to turn back. I have 2 pairs of dukes and 2 pairs of dynafits. They each have their place. The duke is for charging hard, if you are doing anything else go with something lighter. I have not had durability issues but know people who have.

These are the only Boxers I wear in the outdoors. They are impossible to kill and are extremely comfortable. I think It is very important to include synthetic underwear in a layering system. What good are all the fancy outer layers if there is cotton right next to your skin? These aren't just a alternative to cotton they are way better. Its also nice to have a technical layer that has the cut and feel of regular underwear.

I like this probe a lot even though I managed to break one (it was a ridiculous EC ice lens and I was a little over zealous). BCA was very prompt in replacing it. Other than that though its a great probe, easy to set up, good measurements, long enough so your buddies don't give you disapproving looks and its light as hell.

I'll admit it looking "cool" is not my highest priority. Being warm however is a priority. These gloves will keep you warm, give you enough dexterity to tie knots or adjust other gear and if you care for the leather they will last, last, last. removable liners are the best thing ever just behind the ginormous cuffs. If you work in the mountains or just spend lots of time out there and durability and function are your top priorities these are the goves for you. If you are wondering how the color will look with your cotten Tall-T and baggy pants they probably aren't the glove for you.