Most people know that weather dictates what you’re supposed to wear. Lighter clothing should be worn in the summer, heavier clothing in the winter, and a rain jacket when it is raining. This basic understanding is not enough to thrive in the mountains. CONTINUE READING

Searching online for outdoor gear can become overwhelming. There are many brands that sell similar products and they all want your business. Here are a few simple things to think about to help make your online search quick and painless. CONTINUE READING

First and foremost, rubber outer-layers are one of the few actually waterproof layers. However, rubber layers have minimal uses unless you’re fishing in waders or waiting in the rain at a bus stop. CONTINUE READING

The waterproof rating of specific materials are tested in a lab. Researchers test the fabric’s waterproofness by measuring water resistance to pressurized water on a particular fabric. CONTINUE READING

A belaying technique used for climbing multiple pitches and where belaying at the bottom of a route isn’t possible. We suggest Belaying directly off of the anchor. CONTINUE READING