In today’s episode, Jay and Lee share their picks for the best gear they’ve used in the last year. If you’re looking for (mostly) unbiased recs for new gear, this episode is for you!  Plus, the guys share their most hated gear, as well. So you know you’re in for a treat.  Check out the gear recommendations here:  DMM Belay Master Carabiner: https://dmmwales.com/products/belay-master-2 Rab Capstone Pants: https://rab.equipment/us/capstone-pants Edelrid Canary Pro Dry Rope: https://edelrid.com/us-en/sport/ropes/canary-pro-dry-8-6mm?variant=557160 Petzl Ange Finesse Quickdraw: https://www.petzl.com/US/en/Sport/Carabiners-And-Quickdraws/ANGE-FINESSE Black Diamond Camalot Z4 Offset: https://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en_US/product/camalot-z4-offset/ Edelrid mega jul belay device https://edelrid.com/us-en/sport/belay-devices/mega-jul Black diamond crack gloves https://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en_US/product/crack-gloves/ Ocun crack gloves https://www.ocun.com/product/crack-gloves Scarpa Meistro  https://www.backcountry.com/scarpa-maestro-mid-eco-climbing-shoe-mens-scr006k Kong Panic Draw  https://epictv.com/kong-panic Misty Mountain Harnesses -Cadillac (trad/ice) https://mistymountain.com/products/cadillac-quick-adjust-men-s Misty Mountain Harnesses -Bolt- Sport) https://mistymountain.com/products/bolt-harness Join us over on the First Ascent Patreon! For only $5 a month, you’ll get access to wide ranging bonus content from greats like Mark Hudon, Joe Kinder, Scott Stevenson and many more. Plus you’ll get a Discord chat, exclusive beta, route info, and more. Check it out here:  https://www.patreon.com/FirstAscentPodcast Do you have a listener question or a topic idea? Let us know at @firstascentpod on Instagram! Jay and Lee can be found at @jayknower and @xxleeweexx  Disclaimer:  The information expressed in this episode is for entertainment purposes only, and is not intended as, nor should it be interpreted as, informational or instructional.