There’s something we have to admit: we love outdoor gear. We love buying gear, using gear, tasting gear, and most importantly: we love reviewing outdoor gear.
That’s why all of the gear that we review is purchased at full price, tested, photographed, and delivered to you via the magic carpet that is the internet. We hand test every piece of gear, subjecting it to all sorts of conditions both real and imagined.
Our hope is that you can find the right piece of gear for your favorite outdoor adventure, be it hiking, backpacking, or rock climbing.
How to Build a Trad Climbing Rack on a Budget
Trad for Dirtbag Climbers: Building a Traditional Climbing Rack on a Tight Budget Disclaimer: Some of the links embedded below are Affiliate Links. If you click on them, and buy…
Review: The Petzl Adjama Climbing Harness
Petzl Adjama: A Decent, Versatile Climbing Harness Petzl, everyone’s favorite French purveyor of fine alpine goods, has updated their harness line. Included is a revamped update of the popular Adjama….
Review: Black Diamond Technician Harness
Black Diamond Technician The Black Diamond Technician is one of the newer harness offerings from Black Diamond. Released in 2017, it aims to combine the weight, maneuverability, and design of…
How to Clean a Climbing Rope by Hand (With Pictures!)
The climbing rope is one of the most important, if oft neglected pieces of climbing gear. It is a key item in ensuring a safe, fun climbing experience. You tie…
Prana Axiom Jean: A Brief Review
Review: The Prana Axiom Jeans In my mind, Prana dominates the realm of outdoor pants. Combining function and style, Prana offers legwear for the Climber, Hiker, and Yoga lover. I…
The Melanzana Microgrid Hoodie vs. the Patagonia R1 Comparison
The Melanzana Microgrid Hoodie vs. the Patagonia R1 Product Comparison Update 8/8/18: Due to high demand, Melanzana is not currently taking any online orders. Their products can only be…
Review: La Sportiva TX4 Approach Shoes
Reviewing the La Sportiva TX4 Approach Shoes for Hiking and Climbing Approach shoes fill an interesting niche in the world of outdoor adventure footwear, bridging the gap between hiking boot,…
17 Little Known Ultralight Backpacking Tips
17 Little Known Ultralight Backpacking Tips That Will Save You Pounds (and money) on the Trail Everyone knows the classic ways to save weight on the trail. Methods like cutting…
Joshua Tree Herbal Chalk: A Quick Review
Joshua Tree Herbal Chalk: A Quick Review Hola! There are two things that all rock climbers* have in common: 1) Their propensity to take their shirts off, and 2)…
Yaktrax Pro Review: Never Slip on Ice Ever Again!
Have you ever been walking down the street on a clear winter’s day, full of confidence and joy and feeling on top of the world? Was this happy moment ever…
Review-Melanzana Microgrid Fleece Hoodie
Review: The Melanzana Microgrid Fleece Hoodie Greetings! Here at Hike The Planet, we love gear. We love to research brands and all the awesome offerings they have to enhance our…