Reviews by User: ripplespirit (143)

This set is a little bigger and heavier than the traditional MSR cookset, but I love how everything fits together. You can store spices and little containers in the cups and the whole set is high quality.

The seedhouse is an awesome light tent. It is incredibly easy to set up, even by yourself and the all mesh interior is great for warmer summer nights. I have never had a problem with it in the rain either, I woke up just as dry as I had been before the rain.

I've always been a cold sleeper, but now that I have this bag, I don't think I'll have that problem again! I just used it on a 6 day backpacking trip where the temps were in the teens at night, and I was perfectly comfortable. I'm pretty short, so it was nice to be able to close the last foot baffle on the really cold nights to warm it up a little. The stretch seams are also really nice, as they hold the bag in close, but hide a large amount of room for when I move around. The tent we used did not breathe well, so we had condensation on everything in the mornings, but the water just beaded up on the bag, and never soaked through. This bag is awesome!

I have been using this stove for a couple of years now and it has never let me down. I have cooked a lot of things on it and used a variety of pans, including a rather large wok. They wind stopping sides help a lot and it is easy to adjust and maintain.

The Grillito is a great hangboard! It has a large variety of crimps, a few pinches and 2 big sloppers at the top. I only wish that it had 2 jugs for regular pull ups.

This is a great backpack for school or hiking. The laptop compartment is lightly padded with a clip to secure it in place. It is 11in by 15in so it will fit a wider screen laptop. It also has a loop at the top that you could hang a hydration bladder on (instead of a laptop) and then run the tube out the hole in the top of the backpack for hikes.

This is a great backpack for school, or hiking. The backpack compartment is lightly padded, with a clip to secure it in place, and 14in by 12in. You can also use the laptop compartment for a hydration bladder and run the tube through a hole in the very top. It has nicely padded shoulders and back panel, but isn't as breathable for hikes.

This is a great backpack for school or hiking. The laptop pocket is 11 by 13.5in, is lightly padded and has a clip to secure the laptop in place. When you aren't carrying a laptop, you can also use that for a hydration bladder and run the hose through the top. It has tons of pockets on the inside and out and the back/shoulder straps are padded.

This jacket is thin and very compressible, but remarkably warm. I wore it in 30 degree weather and stayed warm. Fits a little big, but it worked well for layering.

I didn't really like these shoes because the heel was too big. I have a pretty small heel, and love the Mythos, but these just flopped around on my heel. The fit was good everywhere else with a 35 -- I normally wear a women's 36.5/37 in street shoes.

This is an amazing trail running top. It is very comfortable and fits/moves well. This fits true to size.

This jacket is very soft and flattering. It does run small though, so I would go up 1 size.

This is a pretty standard pad - easy to carry and works for most boulders. I also like the handles on the side and the pocket for keys, etc.

My CamelBak was leaking a lot, but after buying this, it doesn't leak at all. Nice, cheap fix for an annoying problem.

I got these with the Black Iridium lenses and they are awesome! The Iridium does cut down on glare, but not as much as polarized. These stay on through everything and they are great in cloudy through very bright light.

I got this tank in brown and it is great! The brown is much more dark brown then red as in the picture. It is supportive and a little longer than some of prAna's tanks. --thats a good thing! I'm 5'1", 115lbs and S fits great.

I was very against auto-locking biners until I tried the Zodiac Quicklock. The textured locking part makes using it with one hand a breeze. And as with all DMM biners, it is super smooth.

I bought the Reverso several years ago to use while leading multi-pitch routes. It was so easy to use as an auto-block that I started bringing it with me all the time. The reverso is great for all types of belaying. It feeds very quickly when sport climbing and still provides a super secure catch.

I left some Emergen-C water in my camelbak and didn't like the left over taste. The cleaning tablets got rid of that, and the tube brush was easy enough to use. The water tastes much better now.

These are the best climbing shoes that I have ever had. They are super sticky and comfortable. They definitely run bigger than normal climbing shoes. I wear a Women's size 6.5 regular shoe and wear a 5 in the Pontas (men's sizing).

I've used this headlamp for over a year now and I have not yet had to change the batteries. I love the different light levels! It is a great upgrade to the old standard, Tikka.

It works! I brought the Adventure Medical Moleskin Kit on a backpacking trip to help with some blisters that I already had - and I barely felt them. The moleskin that I applied the first day worked the whole 6 days! The pre-cut shapes were quick, but arent all that versatile.

I recently used the Big Agnes Insulated Air Core Sleeping Pad on a 6 day backpacking trip, where the night time temperatures were around 15 degrees. I was never cold at night, so this pad must have been doing it's job! On top of that, it is just over a pound (I have the small) and packs up to about the size of a nalgene. It takes awhile to blow up, but it is worth it - this pad is awesome!

The 3L bladder is great for longer trips, or when you are biking in the desert and need more water. There is a bunch of storage space too, so you can keep all of your gear, food and extra clothing in it.

This is a great pack for biking - the bladder can easily be filled without taking it out, and it still comes out quickly when you need to clean it. It also has a good amount of storage space for gear, food, wind shirt.

This jacket fits really well, and doesn't look like I'm wearing a box. It is pretty warm, and packs down small. Fits true to size.

These are pretty good shoes, they have a flatter shape, but the rubber is sticky. I wear a women's 6.5 street shoe, and the size 5 fit me well. The rubber is pretty thick on these, so they will last you a while.

If you loved the velcro pontas, but wanted something for cracks as well, these are great! I wear a women's 6.5 normally and the 5 is a tight fit, or 5.5 would be flatter, and better for cracks.

This top definitely runs small, and is pretty short. The straps also dig in a little because they are so thin.

These look nice, but aren't comfortable if you try to move around in them. Definitely ride up!

These are light and not that warm, but are great when it isn't too cold. The waist is a bit high and tight though.

Do you really need so many different crimps? This is a great fingerboard though, lots to choose from, some good jugs and pinch options too.

This hoody is very soft, comfortable and warm. I wear it all the time and it has held up pretty well. It is shorter than I would like though and stops at my waist.

I love how well these save space, and as long as you put them away after using them, you never have to worry about forgetting the bowls or plates because everything is together.

I love the shelf bra in this top - it is pretty supportive, but doesn't squish. I've used it as a dress top a couple times and it works well for that as well ask hiking and yoga.

DMM biners are great! The locking part always works smoothly and easy to lock with 1 hand. I would love to have only DMM biners from now on!

This is a pretty great bag - it has a huge tarp and capacity. The backpack feature is great for walking between climbs. I just wish that the draw string was a little easier to cinch down.

This is a great flashlight to keep in your car in case you forget your headlamp, or run into car trouble at night. It is pretty bright and the batteries last a long time!

I've used this liner for awhile now, and it is definitely nice to have on the cold nights. I agree that it doesn't quite add 15, more like 10 degrees to your bag. It also feels nice next to your skin and adds quite a bit of comfort to your bag.

I rarely take these things off, they are awesome. I wear them around town, climbing and trail running and I barely notice them because they fit so well! I have a small face and these definitely fit well. They are just a little smaller than the unisex Half Jacket.

This is a nice bag. It compresses pretty well and isn't too heavy. It does still work well when it has gotten damp, but I have found myself cold in it on many warmer than 25 degree nights.

The Blurr Hellion Pant is a very durable pant. The material is tough, stretchy and flexible, plus the gusseted crotch and articulated knees make them great for climbing, or any activity. I did go down a size from normal in these, and the fit was perfect. 5 foot 2, 110lbs and size 2.

I agree that the Exum Ridge is a great shoe for a narrow foot. It is also a pretty stiff shoe, with a grippy sole that works well on rock and loose dirt. I got a half size bigger than normal and love the fit.

I got the Arc'teryx Briza 75 in regular for a 17 in torso, and the fit is great. I've used it with 35-45lbs loads so far and it carries it comfortably. The construction is amazing and I have a feeling that it will last longer than I will. I love the multiple access points and front kangaroo pocket. I only with that it had a hydration compartment and weighed a little less.

The Ibex Razzle Capri has a great, true to size, fit. I found the rise to be regular, not low, but it still looks great. They are a little too baggy for me, but I am starting to get used to that. The material is soft, and thick, so they will be great for fall climbing.

I used a little less than the bottle called for on 2 softshells, and have been very happy. There wasn't any residue, and both have survived some rainstorms, and come out looking and feeling like I hadn't seen the rain.

I got this in Wasabi, and it really is the color of wasabi. The shirt looks good, has a bit of a slim fit and feels great. Plus, the Goat is awesome.

This is a good looking shirt - fit is true to size, but a little slim. The material is soft and I love the Goat! Good stuff.

Great sound and durable! I got the 11mm and they sound great. They also come with 3 different sized ear pads, so they will fit well. I'm very happy with the Full Metal Jacket Buds.

The prAna Pearl Top is very flattering! It makes me look like I have a nice small waist and curves - so I wear it all the time. It has a tight fit, and does run a little small. I am usually between a S and XS, and the S fits well in this top.

It works! I've used Adventure Medical Ben's Deet 100 Max Tick & Insect Repellent a lot this summer and have barely suffered any itchy bites. I do hate bugs - especially the biting ones, so this makes spring/summer much more enjoyable!

This harness didn't quite fit me. The material was thicker than I like, and the leg loops felt too loose. Otherwise, it was a light harness, and it is fits you, is very good quality.

This is a pretty big pack that can be used for almost anything. The laptop pocket is pretty big (12in by 16in), is thinly padded and has a clip to secure the laptop in place. You can also use the laptop pocket for a hydration bladder if you take it for a hike. There are tons of little pockets on the inside that you can use for a power cord, pens, music, cds... whatever. The back and shoulder straps are padded and breathe pretty well.

It's nice that you can use the shoulder strap, or as a lumbar pack. It also has a bunch of pockets and will hold a lot of stuff (including a water tight music pocket). I thought that it was too big though, and looked pretty dorky.

This is a great laptop bag! I have the large and it fits the 15in MacBook Pro well. I'm 5'1" though, and I definitely feel dwarfed by the bag. It is a little bulky, even when not very full.

This bag is big enough for a book, some groceries, a water bottle, or whatever else you need when running errands. I also love the side cell phone pocket, and the organization pockets on the inside are great for pens, change and other little stuff.

This works well to dry out your bladder and keep it clean. You can always just stick the tube into the bladder to keep it open and hang it by the hook. This is definitely easier though.

It's definitely good to have a lock to stop accidental leaks. The bend in the shape does help make drinking a little more comfortable.

The different angle really does help when it comes time to drink. It is just a little easier to get the tube to your mouth.

This jacket looks so cute on! It zips from top or bottom, so it is great for belaying in. Fits true to size, and layers well.

These are the best crack climbing shoe I've ever used! The sides are thin, so they fit well into the smaller cracks, and the flat foot fit is great for crack comfort and multi-pitch climbs. I wear a women's 6.5 in street shoes, and a 4.5 in the men's work great for me (they stretch about a half size).

These are great shoes for beginners, or anyone who wants a comfortable shoe. I usually wear a 6.5 in women's and I got a 5 (men's) in these. They were tight to begin with, but stretched out for a very comfy fit after about a week of use.

This is a great all around shoe. The rubber is sticky, but is still quite stiff and great for edging. I normally wear a 6.5, but a 6 fit well in these shoes.

I love these socks! The height is great and then keep my feet dry and comfortable running and hiking.

These socks are pretty comfortable and they wick moisture well. I don't like the weird thing in the back of the heel.

These are very comfortable and supportive socks. The breathe very well, so my feet are never hot and sweaty.

These have a flattering fit and are comfortable for yoga or wearing to the gym. I like the low rise waist, and found them to fit true to size.

These had too small of a waist, and too big hips for me, but the lower waist was nice.

This are true to size, and the longer legs are great for wearing around before and after a trail run. Nice cool, material.

This is supportive without a bra, fits well over hips and tummy and just looks great! Fit is true to size.

This tank feels great and is pretty supportive, even without the shelf bra. The stitching isn't that stretchy though, so I found that the tops of the arms dug in a bit.

These are great for rafting, kayaking, swimming... These fit true to size and have a nice low waist. Very comfortable.

This are a great outdoor short with a dressier look. They waist was too high for me though. Fits true to size.

These shorts looked cute when I got them, but didn't fit at all. They have the tradition women's fit, high, thin waist with pretty big hips. Not me at all!

These are cute, and supportive bras. Great for hiking, or climbing when it is hot.

These are a lightweight pair of shorts and definitely dry quickly. I've worn them trail running and kayaking and they work great. Fit is true to size.

These are soft and comfortable, but I found the fit to be pretty big. I'm 5'1", 115 and XS is pretty baggy.

This is a cute and flattering jacket. Isn't too bulky, but still keeps me warm when it is 30-40. Fits true to size.

This is a huge hangboard! It has everything on it that you could want, slopers, jugs, hard pinches, side angled crimps, monos...

Just as important as the pot in my mind. These last forever as long as you don't leave them next to the stove (some melting did occur). They are very durable otherwise and pretty cheap!

It is nice having the salt and pepper together in a little container and they don't leak. They are also big enough that I don't have to replace the salt too often.

This works well for eggs, but is a little too flexible for anything thicker. The pancake batter was difficult.

Good quality and very lightweight plate. I could probably run this over with my car without it breaking!

This set works really well for two. You can nest the cup and bowl to fit more items inside the pot, or not... It would be nice having a larger pot as well, but it is pretty rare that I want that, so this does work well. Pretty small package - and light.

These are really light weight and it is great being able to nest your cup and bowl. It was a little weird getting used to a triangular bowl - but it works. The cups are really convenient and keep you tea/coffee hot!

These plates are a little small, but lightweight. They don't feel as solid as a Lexan plate.

These are cute and pretty comfortable shoes. The toe box is big though, and they run about a half size big.

These socks are great for colder weather, but I did find the toe part to be a little baggy. They do wick moisture well and kept my feet warm in cold Spring temps.

These are my first Bridgedale socks, and I really like them! They are very supportive around my arch and wick moisture well.

These socks are great for winter hikes, especially with a liner sock underneath them. They fit well and feel good - like all Smartwool socks!

These are great for hiking, they wick moisture well and regulate temperature. I could do without the flower though.

This is a great size bowl, very light weight and durable. It also doesn't burn your hands when you are eating hot food. Love it!

These spoons are very lightweight and very hard to break. As long as you don't loose it, it will last you forever!

Finally, I can take eggs with backpacking and camping! I have used this a bunch, and because the eggs can't move around, you don't need to worry about them breaking.

This is a really soft shirt and fits really well. I got the same size that I usually do in their tanks, S. I am 5'1" and 115lbs.

These knickers are very durable and fit well under a harness. They are comfortable and have a little stretch to them. I am 5'1", 115lbs and the XS fits well. I also bought a S for some of those monthly days though.

I bought a small in this, like with all close fitting prAna tops, and it fits great! It is so comfortable that I bought another and wear them all the time. They leave an interesting tan line though.

This is a good chalk bag. The draw cord keeps the chalk from spilling, but I often wish that it could carry a little more chalk.

These draws are easy to use and pretty light. The newer dogbones are thinner and lighter and definitely look better than last years.

These worked well, but the circle is rather big for small hands. It also lost a lot of it's rebound quickly.

I'm 5'1" and I use the compact pole. They have a great range for both steep uphill and downhill. They are very lightweight and easy to use, but if you put a lot of weight on them (like on steep, icy downhills) they do slowly shrink down. They feel very durable though, and there is very little vibration.

This is the standard nut tool, lightweight and works pretty well. I usually end up hitting the end with a carabiner to get more force than using this with finesse though.

I really like the C3s, the stem is very durable and the heads are very thin. I've fallen on a couple of them, and they held, so they have my confidence!

If you want a jacket that offers more warmth than a soft shell, but isn't as crazy warm as a regular puffy, this one is great! It has a flattering cut, and will keep you warm in 30-50 degree weather. I am 5'1", 115lbs and the Small fits me perfectly.

I've used this cook set for years now and I love it. I use it almost everyday and it is still high quality. The black on the outside has started to tear off, but it doesn't affect it in any way but the look. These are great for car camping, where weight isn't that important.

This shoes are great for trail running because they are super supportive and will grip on any kind of terrain. They do run a little small and are for a thin to regular width foot. I wear a size 6.5 and bought 7 in these shoes. The only down side is that using superfeet insert makes the heel a little weird. I got used to that as I used them though.

This hat is really cute in Raisin. It is a little long though, and tends to come down a little far on my forehead.

I bought this jacket to use for climbing this winter, and was never cold! Even when everyone else in the group was freezing. The hood adds an incredible amount of warmth and is removable. The only thing that I don't like, is that you cannot remove the powder skirt. It does zip from both top and bottom though, so I can wear it and belay easily. I am 5'1", 115lbs and got a size S. It is a little big, but I can wear tons of layers under it, and my butt is always warm.

I've used this a few times now, and I love it. No more going thirsty, or messing with water bottles! This pack carries the perfect amount of water and doesn't add too much weight. Plus, it stays in place and doesn't bounce all over the place. The only down side is that my back can't breathe with it on, what can I expect though?

I wore this top almost all winter and only had to wash it a few times. It definitely resists odors, and it always looks good. The Merino is very warm in the winter, and still breathed well for running and hiking. I am 5'1", 115lbs and the XS fits great.

I wore these socks almost all winter long. They come up to my knees and always kept my legs warm from drafts. The ribs did leave lines on my calves though.

The goat logo is cute and the shirt is soft. It is slim fitting though, I got my boyfriend a S and it fits well. He is 5'8" and 125lbs.

The graphic on this shirt is awesome! It fits a little longer then Backcountry's organic cotton shirts, but it is the same otherwise. I wish Backcountry did the shirt of the month in women's too!

I love these flips. The Alyssum is a pretty girly pink, and the bottoms are actually tan and brown, not black and brown, but I still love them. They have a lot of arch support and I like how tight the adjustable straps can get. The fit is the same as the original Chacos, I wear 6.5 normally and bought 6.

This top looks so cute and people ask me where I got it all the time! I am 5'1" and 115lbs and the XS fits me perfectly, although the S probably would have worked as well.

I bought this shirt for my dad and he loves it. It is soft and comfortable and looks good. He is 6' and 150lbs and the medium fit well. The thumb holes are great for cold weather football.

This tank is incredibly light and soft. It keeps me comfortable while running and I almost never have to wash it... it doesn't smell!

Sigg bottles are awesome! They never carry the funky, old water taste and won't taste like whatever liquid you had in it last. They will also keep your drinks at whatever temp they were longer than a Nalgene.

I accidentally threw this bottle off of a cliff the other day while climbing and found it again near my car at the end of the day. These water bottles can withstand anything! My only problem with them is that the round design does make them prone to continued rolling, even when a fall is coming up.

This top is incredibly soft and keeps me very warm on long cold climbs while keeping me nice and dry. Plus it never smells funky! It works great alone and with a thin body layer underneath.

These pants are so soft and comfortable! I wear them out bouldering all the time and they are still in great condition. Plus the embroidering is super cute.

I love this top! I can wear it to an interview and then hit up the crag right afterwards. It is super comfortable and breathable.

This pack is super light and fits me incredibly well. It transfers the load very nicely to my hips and fits my shorter torso even though I picked the 33L variety. This has always fit my rope, trad gear, harness, 2 shoes, chalkbag and whatever else I want to bring with me for a day at the crag.

I love this bladder. It is very easy to fill and I can easily switch it between my backpacks. The lid isn't hard to get off as long as I don't tighten it too much and it has never leaked.

These are a super comfortable shoe that are awesome for all day trad climbs. They are also super thin and and fit perfectly into the tiny finger cracks. These are the perfect crack climbing shoe!

The ATC Guide is a great belay device for bringing up the second on your multi pitch routes and is awesome when rappelling. However, I did find it difficult to use with a rope bigger than 10mm, especially when using it as a regular belay.

These are by far the best fitting climbing shoe that I've ever tried. The heel is not super big and I can wear them all day if I need to. They work great both for bouldering and sport climbing. I love these shoes!

These insoles are super comfy and they support my higher arches very well!

This is a great rain jacket. It is very durable, and stays waterproof. Jacket fits true to size.

These are pretty lightweight, but the length is nice for backpacking. I love smartwool socks!

This pad is huge! It will protect just about any problem on it's own. It definitely looks huge on me though (I'm 5'1"). High quality though.

These cams are the best! The are very light, strong and easy to use. The double axle makes them stronger when used passively and I find them easier to place and remove. I have used the loved all of the sizes.

I bought some of these biners for my slackline and they work great. They definitely last longer then any others that I have used.

This is an awesome water bottle for climbing with. The hole is perfect for attaching to me and unlike with the Nalgene, it can't come off. The size is also perfect for a long day on a climb.

I have a pretty small heel, and I found the heel way too big on these shoes. The fit was tight everywhere else, but I still had a couple cm of flop in the heel.

This is a pretty great board - has good texture on the pinches and the jugs and crimps are good.

This rope is pretty great. I've had it for a couple of years now, and have taken at least 8 whippers on it. I just checked it and no flat spots yet! It is incredibly durable and feeds nicely for sport, trad and just top roping.

This is a pretty light weight harness, and is comfortable on. The quick-pull buckles make it very easy to adjust and I like that there are some on the legs and waist. I have a 29in waist and the Small fits me well.