Petzl has responded to my post that some users have expressed concerns about the reliability of the MYO 3 headlights, saying they aren’t aware of these problems here in the U.K. and urging people experiencing problems to return the lights for repair. Seems to me they’re taking this one seriously – which is always a […]
Petzl MYO 3 Reliability Problems Reported
Petzl MYO 3 users have reported some reliability problems with these headlamps in postings over at UKClimbing.com.According to some users the wire inside the bulb housing can work loose and cut the juice to the light. Seems, according to two users, that the wires are pressed into metal contacts rather than soldered in place. I […]
Are Gore-Tex Boot Liners A Waste of Money?
Outside Magazine’s gear guy has opened a can of worms; he’s answered a question most gear manufacturers would prefer wasn’t asked: Are Gore-Tex boot liners a waste of money : It’s a controversial question alright. Add Gore-Tex, or some newer fabric like Event, to a boot and you can easly add $20 to the price. […]
The Jetboil Stove Reviewed: Count Me Out of This Revolution
Who would have thought that something has humble as little gas canister stove would create as much of a stir as the Jetboil has. Mention this funky little cooker to someone who owns one and they’ll likely go cross-eyed and start talking about it like a lover or friend, not a darned canister stove. Time Magazine features […]
Gore-Tex Just Got a New Competitor
DuPont Active Layer Makes its Debut at Outdoor Retailer DuPont must be kicking themselves over having lost Bill Gore, the engineer who once worked for them and then went off to start his own company producing among other things GoreTex, probably the world’s best known waterproof and breathable fabric.Now DuPont is striking back with their […]