David Steele reviews the Patagonia Snowdrifter Pant for Blister

Patagonia Snowdrifter pant

The Patagonia Snowdrifter pant blends very good breathability with a useful feature set, making it a great option for days of high-output touring.
David Steele reviews the Arc'teryx Procline FL pant for Blister

Arc’teryx Procline FL Pant

Arc’teryx says their soft shell Procline FL Pant is for “high output technical climbs and challenging ski descents,” and after over 40 days in it, we weigh in on how the Procline FL handles both aspects of that description.
Matt Zia reviews the Black Diamond VaporLock Magnetron for Blister

Black Diamond VaporLock Magnetron Carabiner

Black Diamond’s Magnetron carabiners are certainly unique, but are they better than traditional lockers? We spent the past season using the VaporLock Magnetron on everything from single-pitch climbs in Indian Creek to multi-pitch ice in Montana to see just how effective this innovation really is.
Dave Alie reviews the Arc'teryx Atom SL Hoody for Blister

Arc’teryx Atom SL Hoody

As the fast-and-light take on the classic Atom LT, Arc’teryx’s Atom SL Hoody might initially seem like a niche piece for specific objectives. However, we’ve been impressed not only by the Atom SL’s light weight and packability, but also its versatility.