Author: Christine Allan

  • SCARPA Climbing Demo Tour
    Find the best climbing shoes for you | SCARPA

    Once a year, our knowledgeable team tours the climbing gyms giving climbers the chance to try our range of SCARPA climbing shoes.

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  • Image of a man sitting outside the Downhill tow shed at Temple Basin Ski Area in Arthur’s Pass, New Zealand.
    SCARPA Maestrale XT Ski Boot Exceeds Expectations

    Luke Richards, ski patroller and avid ski tourer, loves his SCARPA Maestrale XT ski boots. He uses them for everyday, on and off piste, resort and backcountry.

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  • Three people hiking using Black Diamond walking poles
    How to get the best from your walking poles | Black Diamond

    Black Diamond walking poles provide balance and stability and reduce physical stress on your body. Here’s what you need to know to take care of them.

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  • Man and woman hiking through a forest using Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles
    Find the best Pursuit Trekking Poles for you | Black Diamond

    Black Diamond’s Pursuit trekking poles are engineered for mountain adventures. Get ready to hit the trail this spring.

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  • Valley Ultra

    The Valley Ultra goes from Castle Hill basin through the stunning Craigieburn Valley and in the shadow of Mt Cheeseman. SCARPA is excited to be the Footwear Partner.

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  • Chris Hailey's selection of climbing gear for sport climbing
    Gear to get you out there | Black Diamond

    Black Diamond Brand Ambassador Chris Hailey shares his gear list for a day at the crag.

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  • Jim Young puts skins on his Black Diamond skis in the mountains
    The Mountains have always called Jim Young

    Jim Young is a NZMGA Aspirant Mountain Guide and general mountain enthusiast. He has been part of our Brand Ambassador whānau for a really long time.

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  • Ross Mackay in the South Island back country
    Gear I love in the Back Country | Ross Mackay

    Here are some of Ross Mackay’s most admired and used items that he constantly calls on when heading into the back country.

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  • Built for the Pursuit | Black Diamond Packs and Poles

    Black Diamond’s new Pursuit packs and trekking poles are engineered for mountain adventures. Get ready to hit the trail this spring.

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  • Jim Young wearing Black Diamond Recon LT Outerwear in snowy conditions
    Recon Family | Ski gear built for the backcountry

    Jim Young puts his gear through its paces. Here are his thoughts on Black Diamond apparel generally, and Recon LT in particular.

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