by Ruth Luckhurst My first attempt at long-distance backpacking was brought to a halt by a knee injury after just 70 miles. “You’re going to have to carry less weight if you’re going out again,” cautioned the doctor. The pack was going to have to go. It was sturdy and capacious; but it was heavy. [...]
Wild Country Superlight Rocks 1 - 6 by Tom Ripley
When it comes to climbing I'm a total wimp. I hate falling and will resort to most things to aviod it. However I realise that if I'm going to push myself then the occasional plummet earthwards is inevitable. Extra text here.
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When it comes to climbing I'm a total wimp. I hate falling and will resort to most things to aviod it. However I realise that if I'm going to push myself then the occasional plummet earthwards is inevitable.
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When it comes to climbing I'm a total wimp. I hate falling and will resort to most things to aviod it. However I realise that if I'm going to push myself then the occasional plummet earthwards is inevitable.
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The GoLite Gust
April 28th, 2009Scarpa Omega Plastic Boots
April 17th, 2009by Tom Ripley Buying boots is a long and boring process and can be a real pain in the ass. However for winter and alpine climbing, where you are on your feet for in excess of twelve hours, it is essential that one’s foot is well supported for one to be able to move around [...]
DMM Phantom Karabiner
April 16th, 2009By Tom Ripley When I first received a DMM Phantom karabiner, over two years ago, I was initially rather concerned. DMM had gone too far this time, saving weight by making karabiners out of plastic. Quickly I came to my senses, realizing that those magic machines that lurk inside DMM’s Llanberis factory had used hot [...]