Mountain Standards

Posted February 21, 2011

Prana Tangra Pant: Fashionably Dysfunctional

Larry Goldie

After several months of abuse, capped off with a thrutchy ascent of Red Rock's Epinephrine, I was amazed to find Prana's Tangra pants still looking new. However, when it came to everyday use, the pants are clearly designed for fashion over function.

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Posted February 8, 2011

Petzl Sum'tec Ice Axe: For The Weight-Conscious Climber

Larry Goldie

While the axe is fairly light, it is the weight distribution that really impresses me. With a curved aluminum shaft and a stainless steel head, this tool feels solid in the hand and swings like champ.

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