I recently converted to all wool base layers for winter sports and even for rock climbing, but I have held off on cycling, as I was really worried about overheating in the baking California sun. That is until I tried the merino wool cycling jerseys from Ibex. I am now a four season, all sport, merino wool convert.
Last summer, Merrell announced their partnership with Vibram to produce a line of barefoot shoes. I was recently sent a pair of the women's Pace Gloves to test out. Offering just enough protection for your feet, these shoes provide a great barefoot experience whether running on the trails or just walking the streets.
For my climbing trip to Red Rock Canyon, I asked Outdoor Research if I could test out the new women's version of the Vantage Pants. I wore these climbing pants for six days straight (dirtbag climber) and apart from a sizing issue, found them to be super comfortable and great for summer climbing.
For his final year project at Dundee University, Malcolm Russell designed a novel new communication device for climbers. Called the Salus, this wireless device uses colored lights to convey climbing commands between you and your partner for those hard to hear multi-pitch or alpine climbs.
Developed from the ground up by Chris Sharma, the Evolv Shaman climbing shoes helped him finally send First Round First Minute last week. With some unique technology and design features, these new climbing shoes are ideal for hard sport climbing or bouldering on steep terrain.
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