Jane is a professional mountain guide with extensive experience working in Alaska, Yosemite and The Tetons. She has worked for Exum Mountain Guides and assisted with helicopter rescues on Denali. She as taught all the major climbing skills as well as self-rescue techniques. She combines this background with expertise in outdoor gear sales and rentals. She not only spends 200+ days using gear outside herself, but she also brings an expertise in working with people at all experience levels to find the right gear.
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Best Climbing Gear
Looking for the best climbing gear we've ever tested? Come check out our hand-selected list of the top gear of 2022.
Best Hiking Gear
Our experts list our favorite hiking gear picks so you can have the best experience on the trail.
Best Climbing Harnesses for Women
These climbing harnesses have been designed specifically for women and put to the test by our team of female testers...
How to Choose a Climbing Harness for Women
A climbing harness is one of the first purchases that you'll make when getting into the sport of climbing, and one...
Editors' Choice
Arc'teryx AR-385a Review
An all-around model that is designed to cover all of your climbing needs. It can pack down compactly, doesn't weigh...
Top Pick
Black Diamond Solution for Women Review
A lightweight harness with minimal padding that still manages to feel very comfortable when hanging in it. Usually our...
The Best Ultralight Backpack
Keen to make ultralight backpacking more enjoyable? For over 11 years, we've purchased and tested almost 50 of the...
Editors' Choice
Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 Review
This impressively comfortable pack provides ample storage, tons of flexibility, and has one of the lowest...
Best Buy
Gossamer Gear Gorilla 50 Review
One of the most adaptable and comfortable ultralight backpacks we tested, this pack offers great value and great...
10 Best Hiking Boots
If you've been itching to hit the trails, get your paws on one of the top-rated hiking boots from our selection of the...
The Best Approach Shoes for Women
If you're on the hunt for a great pair of women's approach shoes, we've got the information you need. Whether you're...
How to Choose Hiking Boots for Women
With so many options for hiking footwear, it can be a challenge to know what to look for. Hiking footwear should match...
Editors' Choice
La Sportiva TX2 Evo for Women Review
This is an all-around awesome shoe, perfect for boulderers and alpine scramblers alike. With a great climbing ability...
Top Pick
La Sportiva TX Guide for Women Review
These shoes are designed to inspire confidence on technical terrain. They are narrow in the toe box, stiff underfoot...
Top Pick
La Sportiva Miura VS for Women Review
With their incredible edging prowess, this shoe will turn the tiniest edges into a no-hands rest. Their subtle...
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