Freshman Outdoor Product Design student Baylee Vogler recommends using stoppers over cams when climbing. “My favorite gear is probably my stoppers. Cams are great but when you get a solid nut placement in a crack you just know that thing could hold a truck. My uncle gave me his old set and I’ve taken it…
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Beaver Mountain History – Highlander Podcast
Travis Seeholzer, owner and mountain operations manager at Beaver Mountain, stops by to talk about the history of beaver mountain, the ski industry in Utah and what it’s like running the oldest ski resort in the country. Get your lift tickets and Ski the Beav at skithebeav.com. For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers,…
Aggie Gear Guide – Black Diamond Vector Climbing Helmet
Falling rocks can be a major concern when rock climbing; nobody wants to be knocked off the wall. Senior Outdoor Product Design and Development student Shelby McCashland recommends the Black Diamond Vector climbing helmet to protect from just such an occasion. “It keeps my noggin’ safe, which is pretty cool,” McCashland said. “I would recommend…
Aggie Gear Guide – Black Diamond Alpine Pants
You near the final pitch, carefully placing your foot on the next hold when suddenly you hear a rip. The seams on your pants give way and you instantly regret every purchase you have ever made. To avoid this, senior Outdoor Product Design and Development student Kaysi Mueller recommends the Black Diamond Alpine Pants. “I…