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I chose this climbing harness when I wanted to make my entire climbing setup significantly lighter. And with only around 150 grams, this harness offers an almost full-featured climbing harness with sufficient gear loops and a tie-in loop. Data • Waistbelt and leg loops with breathable mesh fabric • Four large gear loops • Four […]
This article was sponsored by TACWRK. A tactical overall by Arc’teryx LEAF, shown here in Ranger Green. Can be worn over other clothing. Data Materials – DURO 6.4oz NYCO 50/50 Ripstop – TenCate Defender™ M 5.5oz Mesh (ventilation mesh openings) – EV50 10mm Foam (elbow and knee pads)
This article is sponsored by TACWRK. The Striker XT Combat Shirt is now in its third generation. Some features of Gen. 2 have been removed, and new materials are used.
This setup was put together to climb Top-Rope Solo with two relatively thin half ropes. Rope-solo climbing is dangerous, and this post is not intended as a complete guide! Please do not put yourself in unnecessary danger and always test each system and technique thoroughly in a safe environment. Procedure: At the start of the […]
As I reviewed my ice climbing equipment with the idea of weight optimization, it occurred to me that significant weight could also be saved with the ice tool itself. Moreover, my old Petzl Ergo was a bit too aggressive for ice, and the AustriAlpin K.Ice.R was relatively heavy. So I looked at ice tools with […]
Introduction and Notes Ice climbing is dangerous and requires experience to assess the ice and the risks. This packing list is merely an idea and a guide, and it is by no means a comprehensive universal solution. So please think for yourself and take what you need to safely complete your climb! This packing list […]
This article was sponsored by Austrialpin. The Fifty:Fifty carabiner from AustriAlpin seemed a bit strange to me at first. After all, the locking mechanism is unique. It wasn’t until I received an ASAP for testing, where the energy absorber was attached to the chest harness using the Fifty:Fifty, that I slowly began to find the […]
This article is sponsored by UF Pro. A tactical winter jacket for activities in low temperatures. This is not a classic insulation jacket! More on that in the conclusion below. Data FEATURES Windproof and highly water-repellent outer material Hybrid design for maximum freedom of movement High-performance, thermally insulated sleeves Excellent moisture management Dual-functional kangaroo pocket with […]
This Article is sponsored by Helikon-Tex. This is a lightweight plate carrier, that can be bought for a low price. It is made from Cordura and is modular with other available products from the market.
This article was sponsored by md-textil. The personal safety lanyard MGS is a personal securing lanyard with a palm grip carabiner. It is designed to be compatible with ceiling straps and anchor points of the CH53 and similar helicopters. Certification: EN 358:1999, EN 354:2010 Length: 90-120cm Weight: xxxg
By chance, I came across this mask during a CONCAMO photoshoot. I was immediately taken with it and had to have it. This balaclava from the German company Pro-Function fits well and has several features: Material: 62% PA BodyFresh, 36% Polypropylene, 20% Elastane Colors: Black or Stone Gray Olive Woven POLICE, CUSTOMS, or JUSTICE logo […]
In my years of climbing experience, I have tried different belay devices. You can hardly avoid an alpine tube if you are climbing multi-pitch routes or using half ropes. I became aware of the Beal Air Force 3 when I was looking for a belay device for thin ropes that would also be suitable for […]
This article is sponsored by TACWRK. A tactical softshell jacket from UF Pro. I didn’t use Generation 2 myself, so here I’m only focusing on Generation 3 without comparing the differences. FEATURES 100% windproof and highly water-resistant Excellent vapor management with COCONA® microfleece technology Fixed air/pac® inserts in the shoulders Waterproof hood with Hood/Harness® system […]
If and when a fabric or pattern will camouflage in the NIR, depends on the environment. To take the following pictures, I modified a DSLR. I removed the internal NIR-blocking filter and attached a filter in front of the lens, that only allows NIR from 720nm to pass. More information to this can be found […]
I use my modified Canon 1000D for years now to get pictures in the near infrared. I removed the internal filter from the camera. So the near infrared light can get to the sensor. In this article I write about the idea and how I take the NIR pictures. My galery of infrared pictures can […]