In a nutshell the SITTA is a lightweight fixed leg loop harness designed primarily for mountain and big route use. It has four gear loops and a small rear haul loop; two attachment points for ice screw clippers; a reinforced belay loop (reassuringly there has been no weight saving here - thanks Petzl!); elasticated leg loops and an exceedingly comfortable waist belt secured by a single speed buckle.go to full review

Overall the Scarpa Maestro is an excellent all-rounder which gives more performance than you might expect from a flat shoe, and particularly from a jack of all trades. Whilst the Maestro is comfortable to wear initially, I have experienced some discomfort when wearing it for longer routes due to the softness and lack of support. If you're looking for a flat shoe that will enable you to edge, smear and heel hook effectively without wrecking your feet, I would highly recommend the Maestro; but..." go to full review

Overall, after testing the Grigri + across a six month period on a variety of climbing terrain, we decidedly prefer the Grigri + over the previous models. For rope control alone, the Grigri + is worth a look, not to mention the introduction of other features including its steel plate to reduce wear and the model changes from lead climbing to top rope belaying. For us, the new safety features of the Grigri + are a good addition to the device but fell short of what was expected and were often..." go to full review

This purpose built mixed tool can still climb ice acceptably and is well suited for the aspiring and experienced modern winter climber who wants to spend significant time on rock.  The simple and consistent pick mounting system and modular handle means that each climber has the opportunity to experiment and fine tune what they prefer individually as well. As a motivated weekend warrior, the Fuel Hammer has earned a place in my gear closest and will make an appearance on my pack any day ice..." go to full review

Overall, I found the Salewa Ice Axe was a great ice axe to use for mountaineering out in the Alps, and has made a big difference to the weight of my kit when out on routes. Whilst I’ll still be keeping hold of my trusted old axes for Scottish winter, the Salewa Alpine-X does what it says on the shaft and is a great piece of kit to try and save precious weight.go to full review

We're happy to see climbing shoe manufacturers trying to increase performance without raising the price. We hope to see more shoes like the X1. These are great for gym climbing, and are a huge step up from cheap, entry-level climbing shoes like the Evolv Defy and the Black Diamond Momentum.go to full review

The Petzl Selena didn't score very high in our tests primarily because it didn't fit the majority of our testers. There is a segment of the female climbing population that it does fit well though, so you may love the fit and comfort of this model.go to full review

There is nothing wrong with Edelrid Jayne II, but it didn't stand out enough in any one particular way to win an award in our review. It is comfortable and fairly versatile though, and may just be the perfect fit for you!go to full review

The Arc'teryx FL-355 is a head-turner, no doubt about it. Every time we brought it out to a crag, the ladies (and even men) were curious to try it on and give it a whirl. While it has a remarkable design, it didn't quite fit the bill for us when it came to comfort and fit. This could still be the best option for you if the fit is right, and it's nice and compact as well for alpine routes or traveling.go to full review