The combination of a low profile, hard plastic top with the lightweight EPP body allows the Wall Rider to provide a high level of protection and durability in a comfortable and reasonably lightweight package.  Some helmet designs have shaved off a few grams here and there by adding more vents, which also makes them a bit flimsy, or by removing features.  This helmet has added features to increase safety and durability but still falls on the lighter end of the spectrum of lightweight helmets..." go to full review

Every climber needs a robust, all-round go-to rope that they can abuse at the crag.  Something to use when working a project, top-roping or teaching a friend how to climb.  While all these sleek new triple rated, by-patterned, dry certified, sub 9mm ropes on the market are great, they’re also quite specialized and not really meant for everyday cragging.  For that type of service the Edelrid Boa Eco (also called the Parrot) is just the ticket.go to full review

An absolutely fantastic cam!  If you don’t mind spending a little bit more money these babies provide a lot back in the form of better holding power (which can help ease the mental battle a little), extendable slings and so on while not weighing any more.go to full review

The Petzl Ride axe is a very lightweight summer and winter mountaineering axe that’s ideal for routes that don’t involve much ice.  Check out the Petzl Gully if you want a lightweight axe that’s a little more technical just be aware that it weights a bit more as well.go to full review