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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PitchSix – Logan’s Own Climbing Company | Highlander Podcast
Matt Cupal, founder of PitchSix, Cach Valley’s only climbing brand, and inventor of the EyeSend adjustable belay glasses talks with us about the opportunities for climbing in Logan, how he raised over $13,000 to fund his invention on Kickstarter, and why Logan is a mountain town that doesn’t know it’s a mountain town. Check out…
REI / Colin Quinn / Product Development – Highlander Podcast
Colin Quinn, Product Developer at REI stops by to talk about what a product developer does, why REI makes its own products, and what it’s like working for such a legendary company. Check out REI at rei.com. For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on iTunes, Stitcher, and Spotify. Visit us at Highlandermag.com Follow…
Aggie Gear Guide – Zion Pant by PrAna
Whether hitting the trails or sending a route, you want a pair of high quality pants that will protect you from mishap. With this in mind, Freshman Outdoor Product Design student Ian Lake recommends the Zion Pant made by PrAna. “It is just so darn versatile and comfy, it’s my favorite pair of pants by…
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…