Dry-tooling, which is gaining traction as a sport, is the idea of using ice climbing tools on dry rock. We break down the discipline. Using ice axe tools on rock has been happening since ...

Scratch, tap, squeak. The sound of my tools pierces the cold fall day, awakening a primal feeling within me. These tools aren’t meant for building a house, or crafting a sculpture, but for climbing on ...

Ice tools for ice climbing are almost always available in only one shaft length; same with most axes intended for hikers and scramblers. The reason is because they’re intended first and foremost for ...

Outside reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Metolius Wood Grips Compact Training Board. Enjoy coverage of racing, history, food, culture, travel, and tech with access ...