As might be inferred from the name, the Hummingbird is at the lightest end of the spectrum—weighing in at 230g for the 50cm version and 213 for the 45 cm, this is a seriously lightweight ice axe for skiing or mountaineering.
Earlier in 2025, Arc’teryx released a new addition to their Alpha series of climbing packs—the Alpha SL 30. There is already a 30L pack in the lineup—the Alpha FL 30. The big question for any potential customer is: which one do I get?
A key product for ski-tourers, ski-alpinists and splitboarders is the right pack. These activities by...
The TourTech Bib presents the best of both worlds offering a breathable softshell fabric in...
Up until fairly recently, there has been a gap in the market for a backcountry/ski...
Grivel's entry in the lightweight ice axe category inevitably draws comparison to the Petzl Gully...
As the South Island is gripped by what some have described as 'powdermonium', it is...
My quest to find the perfect ski touring and ski mountaineering glove seems to have...
31/8/2023
I traditionally have worn a hardshell ski pant when ski touring. The waterproofness is...
Different people seem to find a different sweet spot in terms of reliable pack size...
US big mountain skier and alpinist Hilaree Nelson has died after an accident when skiing...