From as early as he can remember Jack dreamed of adventure, but he struggled to find it growing up in the mundane suburbs of Grand Rapids, MI. He got his first real taste while completing a degree in Biology from Eckerd College. Through their active international education program, he was properly introduced to the outdoors with an ascent of Mt. Kilimanjaro, a summer internship on an uninhabited Panamanian island, and a NOLS course in southern Chile. Since then he’s developed his wilderness skills and sought out increasing grander adventures. The more memorable experiences include a solo trek across Mongolia, first ascents of previously unclimbed peaks in Alaska and Argentina, and negotiating otherworldly snow mushrooms en route to Cerro Torre’s rarely visited summit. He’s excited to share the expertise gleaned from these travels to educate others on gear selection and give more people a chance to enjoy the adventures they dream about.
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Best Climbing Belay Device of 2024
If you're roping up, you're going to need a belay device. But which one is the best? We exhaustively tested 17 of the...Editors' Choice
Petzl GriGri Review
A staple in the climbing world, this device performs well in every category that we test.Best Buy
Black Diamond ATC Guide Review
The best value device for multi-pitch climbing. We love taking it along on our favorite long routes thanks to its...Best Climbing Shoes of 2024
We pick the best rock climbing shoes for bouldering, sport, trad, gym, and beginners. No matter your experience or...Best Backpacking Sleeping Bag of 2024
A sleeping bag is a cornerstone of your overnight kit. Picking the best one isn't easy. To ease the confusion we...10 Best Sleeping Bags of 2024
Our never-ending hunt continues for the perfect sleeping bag in this update. Within this review, we highlight our...Top Pick
Sterling Velocity Xeros 9.8 Review
The Sterling Velocity is a durable and smooth workhorse rope with an excellent dry treatment that excels in all single...Best Ultralight Sleeping Bag of 2024
We tested 17 of the top models available today to help you find the best bag for your lifestyle. Ultralight sleeping...Editors' Choice
La Sportiva TC Pro Review
The TC Pro is a versatile jack of all trades, and while it doesn't excel on steep, high-end sport climbs, the...Editors' Choice
La Sportiva Katana Lace Review
The Katana Lace is a workhorse, not a show horse. This shoe keeps your foot in a relatively flat position, which is...Best Buy
La Sportiva Finale Review
Dedicated climbers can tear through a few pairs of shoes each, and with climbing shoe prices what they are, the costs...Men's Rock Climbing Shoe Buying Guide
Finding the best shoe for various types of adventures can be an overwhelming task. We're here to help. From sport...Best Buy
Black Diamond Aspect Review
Stiff yet sensitive. Durable yet reasonably priced. These are the contradictions that embody Black Diamond's latest...Best Buy
La Sportiva Tarantulace Review
Climbing gear already costs a ton. Do you really need to spend a couple hundred dollars on a pair of shoes? The answer...Top Pick
La Sportiva Solution Comp Review
When precision is paramount, the Solution Comp is the only solution. This recent update to the original Solution...
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