In short: The Zenist Pro and Zenist Pro LV proved to be great fitting, powerful, and supportive shoes with just enough sensitivity for high-end bouldering. They excelled at pulling and edging on holds appropriately sized for harder bouldering. They have more structure than a slipper but maintain enough sensitivity for precise footwork and competent smearing at steep angles.go to full review

EPP helmets don't tend to come cheap. The Salathe Lite's retail price of £110 is the same as the comparable Petzl Sirocco, but significantly cheaper than the BD Vapour. Lightweight, well-vented, and decent value: if the Salathe Lite fits your head then it'd be an excellent choice for all your climbing and mountaineering. Being so light may be an advantage for scrambling and winter walking, too. It's a helmet for pretty much anyone, in other words.go to full review

No all-rounder, the Method S is undoubtedly a specialist offering, but if you're after something soft and sensitive for top-end bouldering then it's one to put high on your list. Comfy and forgiving by the standards of a technical performance shoe, it's also fun to climb in.go to full review

If you're looking for a forgiving and moderately supportive all-rounder that's equally suited to beginners and all-day climbing in the less demanding grades, the Alpha is a strong contender at a very competitive price.go to full review

In many ways I really like the Sensor. It fits well, it's well made, and seems like a step up from previous Red Chili shoes; however, the issues regarding line of sight are too significant a factor in terms of its performance, as it's very difficult to get a precise foot placement when you're left guessing where the edge on your shoe might actually be. For me, unfortunately, this is the decider.go to full review

Peak performance power wrapped up in a premium package of new technology and features, the Shaman Pro is an impressive development from Evolv. Like a best hits album, the Pro is an awesome amalgamation of Evolv's leading climbing shoe models, combined to create the ultimate all-rounder. However unsuited the Shaman Pro might be to longer sessions or a day of routes, I've never experienced limit power like it. Want to turn your foot into a handsome talon? This one's the shoe for you.go to full review

I have loved testing these shoes and highly recommend them.  They perform well across a range of activities and could be a great go to choice for anyone that dip in varied adventures.  That sock style tongue and slightly extended heel cuff is just great.go to full review

So, the Mammut Togir 2.0 Slide 3 Harness is a great all-around harness that will perform great for many climbing activities. It may not be the lightest harness out there but it is comfortable, has some great features and should prove faithful for many years of adventures.go to full review