Climbing reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 157 Reddit reviews across 9 subreddits and 10 posts to rank the best Climbing brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/tradclimbing, r/climbergirls, r/MTB, r/ClimbingGear, r/mountainbiking. Top-rated brands include Black Diamond (4.3/5), Pivot (4.9/5), Tenaya (4.5/5).
Stats
Reviews157
Subreddits9
Posts10
Brands65
Products80
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#1
Black Diamond
4.3
(12)
"The Pro version of the AlpenGlow is my favorite sun hoody. The vented arm pits and quarter zip are worth the price increase."
"I really like the black diamond alpenglow pro hoody. The material is really soft against my skin and it doesn’t retain your stank."
"Unlike other sun hoodies, the BD Alpenglow can actually take a beating without shredding."
"BD Alpenglow for sure. Perfect balance of lightweight and durable, antimicrobial, super stretchy."
"I wore out my first Alpenglow and after trying a few others, I ended up getting another Alpenglow."
"Maybe a BD Vision or Petzl Sirocco (i'm not 100% sure what it comes to in CAD, but 135 usd)"
"BD alpenglow is great. The OR Astroman is even better"
"The regular Alpenglow is great for hot weather."
"Alpenglow Pro is more of an alpine or shoulder season piece: Dwr treatment + a little heavier."
"BD Alpenglow is pretty great too but it’s better on shoulder weather days."
#2
Pivot
4.9
(10)
"Switchblade is a perfect all arounder that will climb anytime your legs can handle."
"I have a 2023 Switchblade and it is amazing."
"Enjoy, can’t go wrong with a Pivot."
"I purchased a Pivot Switchblade and I can't believe how well it climbs."
"I just got a Pivot Trail 429... I felt like I was pedaling around a lot of bike for no reason."
"The switchblade climbs and descends very well."
"The Pivot is the best climbing of the bunch."
"Pivot, Ibis, Evil, Revel and Yeti are all gonna be your best in class climbers."
"PIVOT Switchblade is a great bike that climbs and decends very well."
"I was impressed with how it climbed."
#3
Tenaya
4.5
(8)
"Tenaya mastia is probably the most popular shoe in my gym."
"I really like their Jett Lace Crack for outdoor multipitches."
"My climber spouse and I like our Tenayas."
"Tenaya!!!"
"Have climbed in and enjoyed Tenayas."
"I’ve never owned a pair of Tenayas. Definitely going to check them out."
"I would second checking out Tenaya and Ocun shoes."
"Personally, I've had good luck with Unparallel, Tenaya and Ocun."
#4
Outdoor Research
4.1
(8)
"I love my Astroman! Hood fits over my helmet. Long sleeves with a thumb grab. Long torso fits under harness."
"+1 for echo l. They’re amazing"
"OR echo is good and good price."
"I own a few echo hoodies and have worn them up chimneys and even bush whacking because sometimes it's too hot for anything else."
"OR active ice. Comfy."
"OR Echo is super light weight, along with the Rab Sonic and Arc'teryx Cormac."
"+1 for Astro man but it’s more expensive."
"Echo is nice but hood doesn't go over helmet (just under) at least with my helmet."
#5
Petzl
4.7
(7)
"I’m sold on EPP foam. Petzl, BD, Mammut - try them on and figure out which fits your head best."
"I have a petzl meteor and have zero complaints tbh."
"Petzl meteor is one of the best helmets on the market."
"Second helmet I got I love and am happy to wear it! It's the petzl in the bottom right of @ops post."
"I love my Sirocco. It weighs nothing, comfortable for ages."
"The previous generation of Petzl meteor was certified for both climbing and cycling."
"I like my Sirocco but I understand that much lightweight foam can be unnerving."
#6
Mammut
4.0
(6)
"I have a couple of the Mammut Selun sun hoodies. They are great, I have used mine for both climbing and glaciated mountaineering and it works really well."
"I have the (old) wall rider and really like it."
"Mammut Crag Sender is a nice lightweight option with a lot of hardshell."
"The wallrider mips could fit my budget. Local store is having a 20% off deal on mamut in bit so will end up being around $150."
"I have the Mammut wallrider thats been pretty good idk if its in your budget for Canadian stock though."
"Settled on some mammut helmet because it was the cheapest and felt like any other helmet i tried on."
#7
Mountain Hardwear
4.6
(5)
"Mountain Hardwear Crater Lake Hoody: UPF 50+ It has thumb loops and meets your other needs."
"These are my two favorites. MH Crater lake is soft and airy."
"Mountain Hardware’s Rockrydge pants! They’re very comfy and have held up well."
"Mountain hardware sun hoodies, oh so soft too"
"MH Crater lake is soft and airy."
#8
Trek
5.0
(4)
"The Trek Top Fuel is very highly rated."
"Climbs like a champ and much better than some more typical trail bikes."
"I LOVE mu Trek Fuel Ex (gen 6). it climbs really well for a trail bike."
"Climbs like a beast."
#9
Ibis
4.8
(4)
"Ibis Ripmo has to be in this conversation."
"It climbs exceptionally well."
"Loving my '23 ripmo AF. Climbs very well."
"Ripmo AF is a great climber."
#10
Ocun
4.0
(4)
"I found the Ocun Jaws for me. I have them in 3/4 and long. Super comfy and loose. I have absolutely no problem with range of motion."
"I would second checking out Tenaya and Ocun shoes."
"Personally, I've had good luck with Unparallel, Tenaya and Ocun."
"I was looking at Ocun. Never ventured into that brand."
#11
La Sportiva
4.0
(4)
"Sportiva Kubo is doing ok for me as well."
"I wear the Sportiva Finale! They're good enough for my beginner needs."
"I also agree on the Genius and the old Testarossa - I liked those a lot when I tried them."
"La Sportiva Genius, Scarpa Instinct (including the one with laces), Evolv Shaman (not sure about the newer versions though)."
#12
prAna
4.0
(4)
"They come in loads of pretty colors, fit nicely, have zipper pockets (including a thigh one that sits under my harness, which is perfect for my phone), are a quick-drying material (I use them as swimsuit bottoms to avoid sunburn!), and go on sale often."
"Prana summit pant is very durable and stretchy with an elastic waistband- my go to pant!"
"I have a prana one that is pretty comfy, fits over a helmet but I find it gets too warm."
"Seconding prana although the material isn't the most comfy"
#13
Revel
5.0
(3)
"Rascal makes every trail fun, and I smash all trails on it."
"Revel Rascal and Spot Meyhem need to be mentioned."
"Revel Rascal and Spot Meyhem need to be mentioned."
#14
NW Alpine
5.0
(3)
"NW Alpine Sun hoody is UPF 40 rated, been super durable, long arms cover my fingers when I use the thumb holes, and the hood is perfect with my helmet!"
"Agreed, NW Alpine’s sun hoody kicks ass. Very durable for how light it is."
"Echoing u/Considerate_Assho1e and the suggestion of NW Alpine's Fortis hoody."
#15
Five Ten
5.0
(3)
"The best are my ancient five-ten. Stretchy leather + laces all the way to the toes."
"My first pair of climbing shoes was a pair of 5.10s. I love them so much."
"I love the c4 stealth rubber from 5.10."
#16
Specialized
4.7
(3)
"The Stumpy evo climbs like a spritely goat."
"Stumpy evo. Hands down the best bike I’ve ridden."
"I have a stumpy evo alloy and it climbs great."
#17
Santa Cruz
4.7
(3)
"I’ll add a plug for the Hightower."
"Hightower V3 is my favorite MTB ever, I love how it climbs."
"I just got one, and it does climb pretty well."
#18
Rocky Mountain
4.7
(3)
"Rocky Mountain Element. Full stop."
"Rocky Mountain Element and put a 140 fork on it; it’s a wicked setup."
"The Rocky Mountain Altitude climbs incredibly well."
#19
REI
4.3
(3)
"I think the REI Sahara is elite, my friends really enjoy the OR Echo."
"I use the REI ones, they seem to be the cheapest and have some really good colors, plus you get to support those guys."
"I have two REI ones and like them well enough."
#20
Patagonia
4.3
(3)
"The R1 is amazing in every aspect, except for the price."
"Patagonia air shed pro"
"Huge fan of the Patagonia ones, i could see the Outdoor Research ActiveIce Spectrums being good but it felt a bit too thick to me."
#21
Butora
3.7
(3)
"I’ve been wearing butora acro comps for years now. Best fitting shoes I’ve found."
"I used to climb in Acros, i think I still have them actually."
"Butora offers wide widths in some models, including at the small end of the range."
#22
Norco
5.0
(2)
"I have the last gen Optic and it's great, still good geo and quite a bit lighter."
"The 2023 can be had on deep discount right now and is a phenomenal climber."
#23
Backcountry
5.0
(2)
"I love my Backcountry Tahoe sun hoodie. I've also got the Sunriser sun hoodie from The North Face which I love."
"Backcountry Tahoe sun hoody, they’ve replaced all my BD, Kuhl, and other brands"
#24
Ketl
5.0
(2)
"Another +1 for Ketl. Lightest and most breathable sun hoody I’ve found so far."
"Came here to share Ketl. I wouldn't wear it in a chimney, but other than that, I'd strongly recommend it."
#25
Himali
5.0
(2)
"Himali Eclipse sun hoody fits all your criteria and if you have an AAC membership its like 30% off. Light, breathable, fits over a helmet, long torso, thumb loops and uv protection."
"Himali Sun Hoodie is by far my fav. Like the old Patagonia one but less itchy with a pack on when you’re really sweaty."
#26
Fjallraven
5.0
(2)
"Fjalleraven expensive but worth it. I’ve had mine for 5 years now"
"I love my Fjallraven sun hoodie! Pricy but so comfy and ticks all the boxes."
#27
Wondery
4.5
(2)
"Wondery Isabel climbing pants. They're super comfortable and adjust at the waist"
"For outdoor i like the isabel pants from wondery."
#28
Mad Rock
4.5
(2)
"I love mad rock shoes."
"A lot of people I know use madrock drone cs."
#29
Evolv
4.0
(2)
"I agree on the older Shamans."
"I have a pair of shamans that did not require breaking in at all as they fit my foot really well."
#30
Rab
4.0
(2)
"If you have a small waist and big hips/butt I recommend Rab Harpur Pants. They were made specifically for curvy women in mind."
"Rab force"
#31
Kuhl
3.0
(2)
"I love my kuhl pants. I only buy mens however I have a pretty straight figure."
"Not Kuhl, the two different material pants I’ve gotten both pill too easily! Disappointing because they have great gussets, stitching, and pocket placement!"
#32
Orbea
5.0
(1)
"My orbea Occam LT climbs phenomenally"
#33
Giant
5.0
(1)
"My giant trance x with electric suspension is amazing."
#34
Smartwool
5.0
(1)
"Smartwool sun shirt!!! I can't recommend it enough! I love it because it does not have a smell after you sweat."
#35
Wild Country
5.0
(1)
"I’ve had good experiences with Wild Country helmets. The Synchro and new Session helmet are really light and comfortable all-day when I’m multipitch climbing."
#36
Macpac
5.0
(1)
"Macpac (Kiwi company) makes the best sun hoodie I’ve ever had."
#37
Ridge Merino
5.0
(1)
"Ridge Solstice if you want merino and to not stink right away."
#38
3rd Rock
5.0
(1)
"3rd Rock Gaia Pants. They’re unisex so plenty of room and honestly a game changer for me!"
#39
Topo
5.0
(1)
"I'm obsessed with the Topo Dirt Pants. Extra room in the hips for my curves, super comfortable and durable, and they look cute."
#40
FreeFly
5.0
(1)
"I love my FreeFly Bamboo hoodies. No fucked up weirdo chemicals that might give us cancer, 50 SPF protection, super soft and lightweight."
#41
Pangoo
5.0
(1)
"I cannot recommend the pants from Pangoo enough! Made by a curvy woman, for curvy women. Specifically for climbing!"
#42
GOMI
5.0
(1)
"I cannot recommend GOMIs enough! They are so comfortable and good to climb in."
#43
Summit
5.0
(1)
"Summit in Malaga are awesome. If you give them a call they'll let you know about classes that im pretty sure you can trial."
#44
Stone Summit
5.0
(1)
"Stone Summit is hands down the best gym in Atlanta."
#45
Transition
5.0
(1)
#46
Mondraker
5.0
(1)
"The rear suspension on that bike is really efficient."
#47
Delano
5.0
(1)
"I have enjoyed my Delano Peak for the past year and it climbs like a goat."
#48
Milwaukee
4.0
(1)
"Milwaukee WORKSKIN sun hoodie. I think it's about $45 most places. Very comfortable, stayed over my helmet to save my neck plenty."
#49
Ouxi
4.0
(1)
"Haven’t even found a hill my bike can’t make it up without some light peddling ... ouxi v8 ? Iv seen them for £700 in uk I paid 1000 for the usa version"
#50
NRS
4.0
(1)
"Look into the NRS sun hoody’s. I have a couple that I wear more than my Patagonia tropic comforts."
#51
George
4.0
(1)
"I'm really liking my George sun hoodies from Walmart. $16 each."
#52
Cotopaxi
4.0
(1)
"I own three Cotopaxi Sombra Sun Hoodies. Each has well over 30 days of climbing on it. Plenty of that was sandstone and limestone sport, but plenty of it was trad."
#53
Edelrid
4.0
(1)
"I heard good things about the Edelrid Salathe Lite as well."
#54
Gramicci
4.0
(1)
"Gramicci pants are super comfy"
#55
Uniqlo
4.0
(1)
"I wear uniqlo pants"
#56
Columbia
4.0
(1)
"Columbia PFG is nice"
#57
Saltic
4.0
(1)
"Take a look, not on the new Saltic models, but rather the older Enigma models."
#58
Fiido
4.0
(1)
"Try the Fiido C11 or C11 Pro the Pro has torque sensor the regular has cadence sensor."
#59
Walmart
4.0
(1)
"I climb Joshua tree and I just got the cheap shitty ones from Walmart. They’re pretty durable (3 climbing seasons in them) and I haven’t gotten burned yet or even been close."
#60
Veloce
4.0
(1)
"I’ve got veloce’s. They were very good for me."
#61
Cobra
4.0
(1)
"For bouldering I wear Cobras, they fit well, they stretch and I can get them for cheap."
#62
Simond (Decathlon)
4.0
(1)
"I have Simond (Decathlon), they're great and affordable."
#63
Wild Climb
4.0
(1)
"Really want to try out some Wild Climb at some point."
#64
Unparallel
4.0
(1)
"Personally, I've had good luck with Unparallel, Tenaya and Ocun."
#65
Arc'teryx
2.0
(1)
"I have the Arc’Teryc Cormac and I wouldn’t recommend. It fits all your other criteria but the fabric holds a lot of heat."
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