Go vertical at up to 30% off with these BACKPACKER-approved harnesses, shoes, helmets, and more.
BACKPACKER Editors & ContributorsFeb 25, 2019
Boulders, cliffs, mountains: Learn to climb and you’ll gain access to a whole new slate of terrain. But first, you’ll need the gear.
This week, Moosejaw is selling harnesses, helmets, shoes, ropes, and more climbing gear at up to 30% off. Read on for 10 BACKPACKER-tested picks.
Mammut Wall Rider Helmet
All-foam helmets weigh a fraction of what hardshell models do, but when you’re constantly traveling with them, they quickly get dinged and dented. The 7.8-ounce Wall Rider combines a foam construction with a partial plastic shell for the best of both worlds. Buy Mammut Wall Rider Helmet now for $90 (25% off)
The North Face Cinder 40 Pack
Our colleagues at Climbing loved the Cinder so much, they gave it an Editors’ Choice award, “thanks to the ultra-ultra-durable fabric, comfy carry, and minimalist but essential features.” The daypack marries a simply, bucket-style design with zippered pockets for keys and other easy-to-lose essentials. Buy The North Face Cinder 40 Pack now starting at $112 (25% off)
Metolius Safe Tech All Around Harness
It’s called All Around for a reason: We’ve used this versatile harness for everything from after-work sport routes in Boulder Canyon to all-day trad pushes. Bonus: Double belay loops make it easier to set up multi-pitch rappels and belays. Buy Metolius Safe Tech All Around Harness now for $93 (15% off)
Petzl Boreo Helmet
If you’re more worried about durability and price than about saving weight, a basic plastic helmet will last for years at a fraction of the price of an all-foam model. The Petzle Boreo covers more of the sides and back of the head than most helmets, making it a good, protective all-around pick. Buy Petzel Boreo Helmet now for $48.71 (30% off)
Scarpa Vapor V Climbing Shoe
If you need a shoe that can manage on everything from boulders to long crack climbs, the Vapor V is a versatile choice. Its flat design is comfortable for all-day wear, while an extra rubber patch on top makes it easier to toe hook on steep routes.
Buy Men’s Scarpa Vapor V Climbing Shoe now for $124 (25% off)
Buy Women’s Scarpa Vapor V Climbing Shoe now for $124 (25% off)
The North Face Phantom 38 Backpack
This alpine load hauler includes an A-frame ski carry, ice axe holders, and buckles big enough to manage with gloves. But the Phantom 38 isn’t just feature-rich, it’s light too, weighing in at a mere 2 pounds, 3 ounces. (Going minimalist? Remove the toplid and hipbelt to slash another 8 ounces.) Buy The North Face Phantom 38 Backpack now starting at $136 (20% off)
Mad Rock Concorde Quickdraw Set
These lightweight draws are a solid choice for a good price. Wiregate carabiners on both ends cut down on both weight and gate flutter. Buy Mad Rock Concorde Quickdraw Set now for $45 (25% off)
Black Diamond Couloir Harness
If you have your eyes on big mountains and fast ascents, this minimalist harness will help you stay safe on the way up. “The Couloir offers the best blend of weight, features, and price: It packs down to the size of a fist for approaches, but still boasts two gear loops and four slots for ice screw clips,” our reviewer said. Buy Black Diamond Couloir now for $48.71 (25% off)
Petzl Contact 9.8mm Rope
“The Contact was soft and supple from day one: easy to clip, effortless to knot, and smooth-running through every type of belay device we tried. And even after a month of heavy use, it hasn’t fuzzed up (a common issue with ropes),” our reviewer said after putting the Contact through its paces. At 9.8mm, it’s thick enough for hangdogging sport routes, but thin enough to manage in the alpine. Buy Petzl Contact 9.8mm Rope starting at $165 (25% off)
Black Diamond Stopper Classic Nuts Set
Every good rack needs a set of stoppers. If you’re just starting to build yours, this selection of seven essential sizes (5-11) from Black Diamond is a great pick. Buy Black Diamond Stopper Classic Nuts Set now for $60 (25% off)
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