Gear
On test: Keela Kintyre jacket
This Keela jacket is a budget priced all-rounder for those content to stick to low-level routes...
On test: Montane Prism sleeping bag
Price: £175 Weight: 1,284g Fabric: outer, Pertex Microlight; lining, PEAQ Synthetic; insulation, Primaloft Eco 160g Colour: black/green Internal length: 1,940mm (76.3in) Country of manufacture: China Down-filled sleeping bags are traditionally held to be the best bet for outdoors fans wanting the best performance in challenging conditions.
Ethical down production: our influence is limited, say outdoor brands
Outdoor gear representatives say they will continue to work towards an industry standard for the use of down in their clothing and equipment.
brasher boot name to disappper as Berghaus rebranding looms
One of the best known boot brands in the UK will disappear next year. brasher, renowned for its archetypal brown walking boot, will be subsumed int...
Lowe Alpine clothing production to end again as Rab range extended
Next year's clothing range from Lowe Alpine will be its final set, after the brand’s owners announced it would stop producing outdoor wear to concentrate on its rucksacks and accessories.
Coleman adds new backpacking tents to range
There’s a new range of backpacking tents in the shops from Coleman, released in time for the peak summer season.
Sherpa Adventure Gear helps children of guides killed in Everest avalanche
A Kathmandu-based outdoor clothing company is donating cash from its charitable trust to help the children of Sherpas who were killed in the recent avalanche on Everest.
On test: Leatherman Juice CS4 and Micra multi-tools
Leatherman Juice CS4 Price: £89.95 Weight: 154g Leatherman Micra Price: £32.95 Weight: 54g Country of manufacture (both): USA Having a range of tools at your disposal while on the move or camping can make life a lot easier.
On test: Dolomite Steinbock Approach HP GTX boots
Price: £195 Country of manufacture: Romania Weight: 1,380g a pair of (size 44½/10) Colour: red/silver Material: uppers, 1.6 to 1.8mm suede and DLM elastic fibre; sole, rubber Waterproofing: Gore-Tex Crampon rating: B0 (not crampon compatible) Dolomite may not be the best know boot brand in Britain, but the Italian company has been around since 1897 and is now part of the Tecnica Group which includes Lowa.
Treble celebrations for Berghaus with awards at OutDoor trade show
Outdoor brand Berghaus is celebrating a treble win at one of Europe’s biggest trade shows. The Sunderland-based company picked up a gold award at...
On test: Klean Kanteen Classic and Insulated Canteens
Klean Kanteen Classic 1182ml Canteen Price: £22.95 Weight: 252g or 266g with sports cap Country of manufacture: China Klean Kanteen Insulated Canteen Price: £24.95 Weight: 372g Country of manufacture: China Klean Kanteen is a Californian brand that recently launched in the UK.
Berghaus aims to fill middle ground with new Hydroshell waterproofs
Leading outdoor brand Berghaus is aiming to bridge the gap between its budget AQ waterproofs and its top-of-the-range Gore-Tex jackets with the launch of a new set of clothing next year.
On test: trail shoes
Take a glance at the feet of most walkers and climbers when they’re not on the hills and you’re likely to see a pair of trail shoes.
On test: Silva Visibility Jacket
Price: £59.99 Weight: 244g Fabric: polyester Colour: fluorescent yellow Country of manufacture: not stated Recommended wash: 40C wash Being seen on a walk, run or cycle is a concern for most on the roads and so fluorescent outerwear is a wise purchase for those venturing out in low light.
On test: Teva Original Universal and Teva Terra Fi 4 Sandals
Teva Original Universal Sandal (men's) Women's Original Sandal Price: £35 Country of manufacture: Vietnam Weight: 424g a pair (men’s size 10/44.5) Colour: green/blue Teva Terra Fi 4 Sandal (men's and women's) Price: £65 Country of manufacture: Vietnam Weight: 900g a pair (men’s size 10/44.5) Colour: grey/blue A little while ago, an unexpected parcel arrived at grough headquarters.
Swedish brand Didriksons says it's got those summer downpours covered
It may not be a household name in this country, but Didriksons reckon they’re the leading name for waterproof clothing in Sweden.
Waterproofing brand Nikwax picks up Queen's Award for sustainability
Nikwax, the waterproofing brand, has received a top award for its ecological business practices. The company, which produces a range of treatments ...
On test: baselayers
Baselayers are possibly the least glamorous area of outdoor wear, but vital if you want to stay comfortable on the hill.
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