The Lifesystems Mountain First Aid Kit

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

The company said its Mountain First Aid Kit was developed by a team of outdoor experts, including expedition doctor Hugh Montgomery.

It said: “With over 25 years of experience producing activity-specific kits, Lifesystems ensures that the Mountain First Aid Kit is correctly specified to help treat a wide range of common trekking or mountaineering injuries – particularly when professional care is not in easy reach.

“Designed specifically with the needs of mountaineers and hillwalkers in mind, the Mountain First Aid Kit has been developed in conjunction with members of the British Special Forces medical team.”

As wells as a selection of high-quality dressings, bandages and medication, the kit is also supplied with essential accessories for administering first aid.

A light stick can be used in dark or difficult conditions and a roll of duct tape has multiple uses including securely fastening dressings and carrying out temporary repairs to clothing and equipment.

Helping to keep the pack’s weight low, Lifesystems has updated the Mountain First Aid Kit with a new nylon case.

The nylon case has been updated

The updated material is not only lighter than its predecessor but also more durable. Another new addition is a bright red, inverted and water-resistant zip that helps to increase the pack’s visibility when stored inside a pack.

Inside, the kit features Lifesystems’ advanced Quick Find system, which groups the kit’s contents into types of injury – making it quick and easy to locate the correct component in an emergency.

The Mountain First Aid Kit sells at £29.99 and weighs 700g. More details are on the Lifesystems website.