Steven has been seeking out outdoor adventures across the US for the last 20 years. He has climbed Yosemite's El Capitan more than 10 times and climbed extensively throughout the Sierra Nevada, Spain and Alaska. When not rock climbing, Steven can be found on big backcountry ski links-ups and mountaineering adventures. In his tenure at Gear Lab he has reviewed over 200 individual products.
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Steven Tata
Senior Review Editor
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Best Bouldering Crash Pad
Looking for a new crash pad? This review examines the best pads on the market to help you find the right model for...
Editors' Choice
Petzl GriGri+ Review
This upgraded device combines a familiar feel with a new set of unique features to increase the safety and...
The Best Climbing Gloves
Want to keep your hands safe while climbing? Whether you're rappelling, belaying, jamming cracks, or aid climbing...
The Best Rope Bags for Climbing
Looking to keep your rope safe while you climb and travel? We bought and tested 11 of the best rope bags available to...
How to Choose a Climbing Rope Bag
Are you baffled by the variety of rope bags available? If deciding which model to get feels as hard as your 5.14...
Editors' Choice
DMM Classic Review
A well-designed rope bag that is perfect for cragging, offering plenty of space for a 70 meter rope, shoes, harness...
Best Buy
Metolius Dirt Bag II Review
A vast improvement over the original, this rope bag is our favorite option for value-driven climbers. It fulfills...
The Best Ascenders
Whether you're gearing up for El Cap, glaicer travel, top-rope soloing, or even taking photos of your buddies at the...
Zeiss Victory HT 10x42 Review
With top notch optical quality the Zeiss Victory HT has everything you'd want form high-end bins, though the Swarovski...
Thule Force XT XL Review
This is a solid cargo box that stands out for its durable construction, spacious design, simple mounting system, and...
Petzl Kab Review
The KAB earns a Top Pick Award for its standout performance as a gym climbing model. With a laptop compartment, sleek...
Black Diamond Super Chute Review
For folks who want a rope bag with lots of space, this model should be on your radar. The burrito-style design lends...
Metolius Ropemaster HC Review
This bag is a new take on a previous, mega-classic Metolius rope bag. In this new iteration, the tarp and carrying...
Metolius Speedster Review
If you wish your rope bag could also carry all your sport cragging equipment comfortably for any approach, this pack...
Mammut Crag Review
If you want space for a long rope and all of the gear needed for a full day of climbing, look no further than this...
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