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New Single Storm Fly for G7 Pod Snow Pea $299
May 28, 2024
I am now offering a single storm fly option for those who have a G7 Pod. They are made domestically in Washington State, and most importantly IN STOCK. There is no relatio…
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Ice Climbing
Reply: Ice screw bags options
Feb 28, 2024
Someone from CO is making a Cannon-esque screw bag which apparently has a file slot. 1-2 people have asked if the Screw Cannon has a slot, and my modular suggestion was to use…
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Ice Climbing
Reply: Fancy specialized ice tools
Feb 13, 2024
Christian DuBois
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I’m also obliged to tell you to get Nor’easters (my friends at Forecast are stalking me). I’m not going to list the reasons w…
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Ice Climbing
Reply: Fancy specialized ice tools
Feb 7, 2024
Ira OMC
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I want to cheat too ;) Morphos are crazy expensive. If you don't own them don't use them or you will need to buy them.
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Ice Climbing
Reply: Ice screw bags options
Feb 7, 2024
Alex Headley
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+1 for the HMG cannon. I have the 12 screw one, and absolutely love the thing. Screws can snag when throwing them in which can be slightly annoying at t…
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Ice Climbing
Reply: Ice screw bags options
Jan 2, 2024
I have not had a lot of time to completely delve into it, but technically printing on this exact fabric is possible. Seems like you have to really soak some time into figuring…
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Ice Climbing
Reply: Ice screw bags options
Jan 1, 2024
Marlin Thorman
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Thanks, that really helps! I still couldn't decide between them so I just ordered 1 of each!I realize that that are somewhat pricey for a stuff…
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Ice Climbing
Reply: Ice screw bags options
Jan 1, 2024
I have forgotten why I made that my name. Seems ridiculous at this point.
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Ice Climbing
Reply: Ice screw bags options
Jan 1, 2024
Nathan P
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I made one of these for a friend if anyone wants a different style than the bucket! 60ish bucks + a bit of shipping if anyone wants one! Happy to make any c…
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Ice Climbing
Reply: Expected Pull-Out Strength For 7 cm Ice Screws in…
Dec 31, 2023
Gunkiemike
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Blue Ice's 7 is fatter than CAMP's or mine. It should absolutely be tested alongside the more typical diameters.QUESTION TO THE READERS - Who'd be…
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Ice Climbing
Reply: Ice screw bags options
Dec 31, 2023
Marlin Thorman
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These bags looks sweet! Could you post a picture of the Alpine and Large next to a 1L Nalgene water bottle? Trying to get a really good i…
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Ice Climbing
Reply: Expected Pull-Out Strength For 7 cm Ice Screws in…
Dec 31, 2023
Hello Karl!Another POI is it appears to have fallen out of style to use "Screamers" for ice climbing. I have never climbed ice with anyone who carried any, but this seems like…
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Ice Climbing
Reply: Ice screw bags options
Dec 31, 2023
Screw Cannons in all sizes and colors are in stock, now with Challenge Sailcloth Recycled fabric and new lower clipping loop to ride higher on the harness. Large fits a large b…
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Reply: High mountain gear ice cannon
Dec 30, 2023
Raymond Sansone
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Looked to be all sold out last time I checked. The season is almost upon us!Hello!All Screw Cannons and Add On Sleeves are in stock! New Challenge Sa…
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Ice Climbing
Reply: Ice screw bags options
Sep 30, 2023
Doug Hutchinson
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The Blue Ice ones are definitely the best caps, but I think their best use is when I am carrying one screw on my skimo harness. For 12 or more screw…
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Big Wall and Aid Climbing
Reply: New Portaledge beds for existing ledges
Sep 29, 2023
“Saved By The Bell” portaledge! I dig it!
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Reply: WTB trashed Ultra/Lightweight backpack
Jul 7, 2023
I would say just buy any UL pack pattern off the internet. You'll get to learn how the construction is done, and it will actually be functional.
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FS: Metolius Single Bomb Shelter $300
Jul 6, 2023
For sale is the above in good condition. Used exactly once (for 7 days) it was purchased second hand a few years ago with the original purchase receipt and some Metolius paperw…
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Reply: WTB Single Portaledge
Jul 2, 2023
Hey!I have a single Metolius bombshelter I would let go of for $300. I think it was only used by myself once, as the receipt was in the bottom of the haul bag when I bought it.…
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Big Wall and Aid Climbing
New Portaledge beds for existing ledges
Jul 1, 2023
Hello!I am entertaining a short run of ledge beds, as I found the process enjoyable. Shown here is a retro bed made for a 8-segment A5 ledge with Challenge Sailcloth UHMWPE rip…
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Climbing Gear Discussion
Reply: High Mountain Gear Contact
Jul 1, 2023
Whiskeybullets
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That’s a 76” thermarest in the taco, and it seems like the tail strap is significantly too short. Am I setting up incorrectly?I am n…
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Reply: High Mountain Gear Contact
Apr 23, 2023
Duncan Domingue
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Kyle, will The Gordito show up on the website when it's available, or will you contact Taco owners directly?Hi Duncan,Likely both, except I would lea…
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Reply: High Mountain Gear Contact
Apr 22, 2023
Whiskeybullets
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Wanted to report that Kyle followed through on his message above and I received a very high quality Taco ledge in the mail this week. Satisfied…
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Reply: High Mountain Gear Contact
Apr 14, 2023
Whiskeybullets
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Does anyone have a contact @ High Alpine Gear? I placed an online order via their store going on three weeks ago. My card has been charged, but…
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Ice Hammock-$350
Apr 6, 2023
Ships in one business day, free domestic shipping.You can see another Ice hammock I made in action below:IG Priti Wright Ice HammockFor sale is a custom ice hammock…
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Big Wall and Aid Climbing
Reply: THE TACO Inflatable Big Wall Hammock! Videos, tuto…
Nov 1, 2022
Quinn Hatfield
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Lurking Taco Looks like this is from the first batch of Tacos where I used green Cordura as the reinforcements for the straps! Glad you finally g…
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Big Wall and Aid Climbing
Reply: New Ultralight Poop Case, the Alpinshart!
Sep 5, 2022
Daniel Chode Rider
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Kyle, you and Sam have been on a f'ing roll lately! Johannesburg and Whatcom FAs, the haul haulbag and now this...I considered other names such as…
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New Ultralight Poop Case, the Alpinshart!
Sep 4, 2022
I had to run errands and take a phone call while Sam was at the shop today. Sam has spent a total of 1 hour at a sewing machine, ever. I usually do that and Sam shows up at tim…
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Reply: The WALLPINIST 65L Dyneema Haul Bag!
Sep 3, 2022
Alex Guzman
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Not to be rude but this pack is really not meant to be a cragging pack… it’s made from really high quality expensive material designed to be…
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Reply: The WALLPINIST 65L Dyneema Haul Bag!
Sep 2, 2022
Tyler S
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This looks sick! Crazy light considering the alternatives. Any warranty on these at all? I checked the website but didn’t notice any guarantee?Have the…
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The WALLPINIST 65L Dyneema Haul Bag!
Sep 2, 2022
This is the most insane thing I have ever made. Big shout out to Sam Boyce who helped in the design and forcing me to be creative and get to work on it. No corners were cu…
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Reply: THE TACO Inflatable Big Wall Hammock! Videos, tuto…
Jun 28, 2022
Fan Y
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One thing I appreciate about the G7 is that you can take one pod with you as you push for higher ground and want to have a comfy belay at all the hanging belay…
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Big Wall and Aid Climbing
Reply: THE TACO Inflatable Big Wall Hammock! Videos, tuto…
Jun 21, 2022
Colonel Von Spanker
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I don't big wall often but when I do...For me it's more about managing gumby cluster-f's.The team behind us while faster kept having issues with…
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Big Wall and Aid Climbing
Reply: THE TACO Inflatable Big Wall Hammock! Videos, tuto…
Jun 16, 2022
Colonel Von Spanker
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I wonder if you could include fiberglass stiffeners similar to the flat ones you see on a windsurfing sail? If you had those running the sh…
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Reply: THE TACO Inflatable Big Wall Hammock! Videos, tuto…
Jun 16, 2022
I am allergic to work, but it always seems to find me. I am happy my usual climbing partner has started drinking the Supertaco Kool Aid, so when we do the disaster-style routes…
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Big Wall and Aid Climbing
Reply: THE TACO Inflatable Big Wall Hammock! Videos, tuto…
Jun 15, 2022
9 Gallons, we brought no stove, sleeping bag, jacket, two Tacos and some small personal equipment. Critical bit was during the hottest part of the day I turned the Taco as a su…
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