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A quick preview of things under way...

Belay Jacket Salopette Baselayer Wind Shirt Baselayer T-shirt
Gear

A waterproof/breathable jacket that weighs under 5 oz.?

Yes. Waterproof/Breathable with superior abrasion and tear resistance. We're in the prototyping and testing phase, so it will be a while before it's ready for production, but we're too stoked not ...
Events

Portland Boulder Rally Recap

First off we'd like to thank the team at The Circuit Bouldering Gym for putting on an incredible event on Saturday. (If you're in Portland and get the opportunity to check out The Circuit, do it, i...
News

Free shipping today for anti-hype Tuesday!

Free shipping today for anti-hype Tuesday! Order before midnight tonight (November 29th) and your shipping charge will be refunded after purchase.
News

Big Four Jacket and Big Four LE now available!

The Big Four Jacket is now available for purchase! G We also have the Big Four LE, in a limited quantity available in black and made out of Tweave 520E. It's really hot as well. E-mail info@nwalpin...
News

Last days of Summer? Free shipping today and tomorrow!

To celebrate the last days of summer we're offering free shipping today and tomorrow (domestic orders only, sorry)! Order like normal and shipping will be refunded after checkout. As the leaves cha...
Gear

Belay Jacket Preview

Made with PrimaLoft One insulation (4 oz. in the body, 3 oz. in the sleeves and hood), 1.9oz rip stop with DWR as the shell and a light taffeta liner with DWR. The jacket features a simple and ele...
News

Fall 2011 Black Spider Light Hoodys Available

Check 'em out, full size runs in red and black are now available for order. Sweet!!
Expedition

Illumination Rock on Mt. Hood

At 9,543 ft, Illumination Rock juts out of the Southwest side of Mt. Hood and creates an obvious landmark visible whenever the mountain is. Recently a friend sent me this entry from the book "Oreg...