winter climbing – Page 5 – Climbing Gear Reviews

Grivel North Machine Plus

A serious contender for the best technical alpine tool crown. Grivel have an enviable history in the climbing world – they

One of the best all round mid weight synthetic belay jackets currently available. Both Dave and myself have the

Lightweight Alpine Harnesses CGR reviews three lightweight(ish) Alpine/winter harnesses suitable for snow, ice, rock or mixed at all levels. The days

Jöttnar Asmund The Asmund is very breathable and packable mountaineering jacket that is still durable enough for mixed climbing abuse. Jöttnar

Probably the most versatile traditional 12 point crampon available.

The BD Speed 22 proved itself as a great fast and light sac for the minimalist alpine climber.

Scarpa Mont Blanc Pro – Probably the best #scotwinter boot in the world – with apologies to a certain Danish

The warm enough and dextrous OR Lodestar glove – my best mixed climbing glove to date.

The Millet Trilogy 30 brings a touch of French flair and eighties nostalgia to the world of alpine rucsacs

Lighter, stronger, faster, almost idiot-proof – have Grivel created the ultimate auto-locking carabiner?