Advantages: Long-lasting and versatile
Disadvantages: Seem a bit small on the sizing

I purchased this pair of Merrell's in March 2007. It is only now - nearly five years later - that I am considering replacing them. At the time they cost about 65 pounds, which seemed like a lot to someone like me who hates spending over the odds. However, ... Read review

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Merrell Siren Shoe
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Walking on air!
by anwar

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Advantages: many
Disadvantages: none

Five Ten reputable manufacturer of quality climbing and bouldering footwear. Stylish and comfortable for the extreme and professional bouldering enthusiast or steep terrain rock climber. Sensitive sole allows the purchaser to feel the terrain but al ... Read review

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The Classic Slipper
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Advantages: Lots
Disadvantages: not one

Had a pair of these over the years and they are still with me and lasting very well. Nice blue with strong seam stitches which have with held not only climbing but belaying and bouldering to a large degree over a period of about 3 or 4 years. Good t ... Read review

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Brought me back into climbing with confidence
by nilouche

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Advantages: lots
Disadvantages: just one

Cost of about £50 and worth the money. An excellent harnes for both beginners and the more professional person. It is flexible and lightweight, well designed and very durable. The padding in particular is good as its made of breathable material and ... Read review

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the ideal all round harness
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Advantages: lots
Disadvantages: few

Excellent sturdy desin and able to use on most terraines inlcuding the very rough and rocky grounds. They are solid and secure and easily transportable as they can be folded for ease of storage and packed away easily. Good strong aggressive teeth whic ... Read review

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great for low grade winter climbs and ridge walks
by emilne82

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Advantages: lots
Disadvantages: few

Good basic climbing shoe. Lightweight and makes for ease of use when climbing and / or bouldering in difficult and wet conditions. Synthetic and lined amde well with strong durable products. Cost about £80 . Heel has a good design which makes f ... Read review

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Popular for a reason
by DavidDruce

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Advantages: lots
Disadvantages: none

Design: Great design, durable and lightweight and easy to handle. Excellent for beginners and those who dont weigh so much as lighter smaller ropes can be used for lighter smaller partner when climbing. Black Diamond is a reputable brand name in ... Read review

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Something to catch you whenever you fall...
by hukerjohn

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Advantages: cheap
Disadvantages: a few

Size -a approx 60cm length. Reasonably lightweight. Cost about £100, online (Amazon). Good for rock, snow, ice climing up deep packed ice & snow mountains. Good handling and maneouvarbility. Easy to pack up in bag with other equipment. Safe and we ... Read review

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A good review. I don't think I will be needing an axe any time soon though! Thanks for sharing. by Angela150

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Ideal for ridge walkers
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As a family we do lots of walking in all weathers and all terrains. I think it’s really important that everyone in the family has the right gear to ensure they stay comfortable and this includes good hiking boots. I have had a pair of Merrell hiking shoes ... Read review

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I always wear my new boots in the house first - good advice by fizzytom

That's a lot for boots that you can't wear thanks to the pain! I agree with Lesley, if you try on any shoe or boot and have doubs about it then it the chance is it isn't the correct footwear for your foot. Richard. xxx by RICHADA

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Advantages: Excelent support and ventilation
Disadvantages: Non that I have been able to identify as yet

LD MOUNTAIN CENTRE As an inexperienced outdoor pursuits person, going into an outdoor shop in was a daunting prospect. Worrying about finding the right products for me, asking staff for their opinions and differentiating what was a sales pitch and what ... Read review

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Welcome to Ciao An excellent first review To up your status on Ciao make sure that you read and rate other peoples reviews too Good Luck Sue by oldchem

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Comfortable, durable walking shoes that just keep going!
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Walking on air!
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Advantages: Cheap, very strong, attractive design, reputable quality brand
Disadvantages: failry heavy but then its not a wiregate and it exudes strength

This happens to be the first, the very first karabiner that i ever bought and i've been through so many over the last 13 years that it amazes me how krabs have evolved from cumbersome bricks of metal into small, nimble and light devices. The tru-screw fr ... Read review

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nice review :) by TheHairyGodmother

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Advantages: Sturdy, Comfortable, Cheap, Rigid Gear Loops
Disadvantages: Only four gear loops

...I own my own Black Diamond Momentum harness and the Primrose is si ... Read review

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It doesn't contain enough detail compare to other reviews, do some research and look at some other members writing techniques. Sophia by Izzy31

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...opted for a pair of Merrell walking shoes. Fast fo ... Read review

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Shame that these aren't great for when it's damp weather...very well reviewed : ) Eleanor x by MizzMolko

exellent review... by nikashh

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Comfortable, durable walking shoes that just keep going!
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Merrell Siren Shoe
by roddy2410

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Advantages: great comfort abd price
Disadvantages: bad heel

hey guys!me again :) these shoes are crackin! ive had a pair for a few years, fully worn to the bone by now, but the most comfy shoes ive ever owned. great for long days on the rock, especially in warmer weather when your feet swell. i bought myself a ... Read review

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Bit brief, but you make some very useful points. by lml888v

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A classic beginners shoe
by dougs1232

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Advantages: Very Comfortable
Disadvantages: Non-Adjustable harness may feel different to a normal harness

I brought this harness after looking at a number of different harnesses both online and offline, mainly becuase of the price. The Ziplock's buckle means that you no longer have to double buckle, which makes putting on the harness easier. I found that ... Read review