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SIMPLE MECHANICS - WHY TRICAMS STILL RULE

There are climbers who were raised on bouldering pads, micro crimps and the technique of boinging who would argue that Tricams are poised for extinction. For every one of these, three trad junkies or alpinists will emerge in ardent opposition to such a preposterous claim. Tricams, they will say, are the greatest piece of gear around. The sentiment will grow stronger the closer you are to areas like the Gunks.

Why do Tricams face such a love-hate predicament? The point of this article is partially to tout the advantages of the Tricam’s simplicity, but also to validate and address some of the negative connotations some climbers associate with them ... ENJOY

Simple Mechanics - Why Tricams Still Rule

Jared Inouye after finishing first at the 2010 Wasatch Powderkeg ski mountaineering race

SPEED HELMET - WASATCH POWDERKEG APPROVED!

Hi CAMP USA. Just wanted to thank you for being involved in the skimo scene and let you know that I'm making good use of your stuff. I just got back from racing in Europe and over there, your helmets were quite popular, particularly the Speed. Rando racers are required to use UIAA certified climbing helmets. But for rando racers going full gas, these types of helmets present two problems. First, they add weight. Second, they are hot. Except for the Speed. I can't think of very many gear manufacturers who make a helmet like the Speed -- climbing certified, less than half a pound, and nicely ventilated. Very smart.

I got my Speed one day before the 2010 Wasatch Powderkeg. And guess what? The helmet-sauna effect was nil, I barely noticed I was wearing a helmet, and on top of that, I actually won the race! In the future, I think I'm going to train and tour with my Speed. I wouldn't think of going on a mountain bike ride without a helmet. The only reason I didn't ski tour with a helmet was because it was hot and heavy. No more excuses. Anyway, keep up the good work, and thanks.

Jared Inouye - SLC, UT

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