Gear

Berghaus introduces lightweight softshell jackets for summer

Three lightweight softshell jackets are designed for active days in warmer conditions...

16 May 2013

Karrimor unveils £150 technical waterproof jacket

A full technical waterproof jacket for less than £150 is Karrimor’s latest offering. Featuring three-layer eVent fabric, the Elite Phantom has, ...

26 April 2013

German brand Vaude updates its tent range for British market

A range of tents designed specifically for the British market has been updated. Vaude launched its Terra tents last year and announced the collecti...

17 April 2013

On test: brasher Supalite Active GTX boots

brasher Supalite Active GTX boots Colour: grey/black (men's); carbon/grey (women's) Country of manufacture: China Weight: 1,048g a pair of (size nine) Price: £130 Brasher Hillwalker Socks Colour: grey/dark grey (men’s); lilac/purple (women’s) Country of manufacture: UK Price: £11 These new offerings from brasher are firmly aimed at the lightweight end of the walking market.

14 April 2013

Odlo turns to Gore-Tex for its summer outdoor range

Switzerland-based outdoor brand Odlo has announced a partnership with Gore for its new clothing range.

10 April 2013

On test: Black Diamond ReVolt headtorch

Black Diamond ReVolt headtorch Price: £69.99 Weight: 100g including three NiMH batteries; 97g with alkaline batteries Illuminating power: 90 lumens with NiMH rechargeables; 110 lumens with AAA alkaline batteries Colour: metallic citron Country of manufacture: China The Black Diamond ReVolt headtorch is rechargeable via a USB cable, meaning travellers on the move can use any device with a USB output, such as laptops, a car USB socket or solar panels to boost the batteries back up for further use.

07 April 2013

Black Diamond's new Vapor climbing helmet is 'lightest on market'

Black Diamond is claiming a record with its new Vapor helmet, which it says is the lightest on the market today.

04 April 2013

Lifesystems updates its Mountain First Aid Kit for trekkers and hillgoers

An updated first aid kit from Lifesystems is aimed at mountaineers and trekkers heading off the beaten track.

26 March 2013

Aquapac PackDivider drysacks keep gear sorted and dry

Aquapac, best known for producing cases to protect your electronic gizmos in the outdoors, has brought out a range of drysacks to keep the rest of your gear organised and dry.

19 March 2013

PHD's new Wafer range: lightweight camp-wear at a price

Gear brand PHD has introduced its lightest ever range of insulated clothing, designed to keep you warm on cold camps or in huts.

13 May 2013

Osprey's new women's Kyte rucksack joins updated Aether and Aeriel

Rucksack experts Osprey have three new offerings for walkers and backpackers. The Aether and Ariel series are large packs tailored for men and wome...

22 April 2013

Zamberlan's Crosser shoe is aimed at speed hikers

Zamberlan, best known for its walking boots, has produced a new lightweight shoe for spring. The Crosser is especially aimed at ‘those who love s...

15 April 2013

Silva introduces Dry Bag range to keep the rain off walkers' gear

Silva, the Swedish brand best known for its compasses, is launching a range of dry bags to keep the rain off walkers gear.

12 April 2013

Bergans of Norway softshell jackets aimed at active outdoor fans

Two softshells from Bergans of Norway are pitched at active outdoor fans, with one weighing in at just 550g.

09 April 2013

Craghoppers' NosiLife kids' activity trousers grow with their wearers

Travel brand Craghoppers have introduced walking trousers for children that not only protect them from insects but grow with them.

05 April 2013

Poetry in motion? Asolo's new Reston and Athena Natural Shape boots

Boots: you just pull ‘em on and get walking up that hill, right? Well, not according to Italian brand Asolo, who told us about their new Natural ...

31 March 2013

Black Diamond moves into outdoor clothing with new range

Black Diamond, one of the top names in climbing and skiing equipment, has unveiled its first clothing range.

20 March 2013

New brasher Supalite Active GTX is lightweight addition to range

Boot brand brasher has added to its range with a lightweight model pitched at the less extreme end of the walking spectrum.

18 March 2013

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