The Best Ice Climbing Gear of 2023
This gear withstood over 10,000 vertical feet of climbing by some of the best in the sport
Ice Climbing Gear
One Belay Jacket to Rule Them All: Arc’teryx’s Alpha Parka, Field Tested
The Alpha Parka is a lightweight, durable, and incredibly warm jacket designed for ice climbers and alpinists.
Review: Petzl Laser Speed Light
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Gear Guide 2020: Trango Kestrel Ice Tools Review
Our picks for the best gear of 2020.
Gear Guide 2020: Outdoor Research Inception Aerogel Gloves Review
Our picks for the best gear of 2020.
Review: Mystery Ranch Scepter Pack
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Review: Black Diamond Reactor Ice Tools
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Editors' Choice 2019: Petzl Nomic Review
Our top climbing gear picks of 2019
Editors' Choice 2019: Edelrid Aramid Cord Sling Review
Our top climbing gear picks of 2019
Editors' Choice 2019: Black Diamond Ultralight Ice Screw Review
Our top climbing gear picks of 2019
Editors' Choice 2018: Mountain Hardwear Quasar Lite II Pant Review
Our top climbing gear picks for 2018
2017 Climbing Gear Guide: Editors' Choice Awards
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Review: Our Top 5 Harnesses
The 5 best harnesses for every type of climbing
Review: Arc’teryx AR 395A Climbing Harness
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Review: Black Diamond Snaggletooth Crampons
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Review: Our Top 5 Alpine Packs
minimalist packs that are light on weight but heavy on comfort
Review: Arc’teryx Alpha FL 45
Our featherweight alpine pack pick
Review: Patagonia Ascensionist 45L
Our Comfort King Alpine Pack Pick
Review: Cilo Gear Alpine 40B WorkSack
Our alpine pack pick for smart options
Review: Vaude Minimalist 35
Our Simply Light Alpine Pack Pick
Review: Millet Prolighter 38 + 10
Our Most versatile alpine pack pick
7 Ice Cragging Gear Essentials
Seven necessities for a comfortable and fun day of ice climbing
Review: Outdoor Research Stormtracker Heated Gloves
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Review: The North Face Ice Project Backpack
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