Gear
Granger's and Haglöfs tackle PFC chemical fears with new treatments
Two outdoor brands respond to the news of a campaign to get rid of fluorcarbons from the industry...
On test: winter waterproof jackets
Winter conditions provide extra tests for outdoor enthusiasts heading out in weather that is likely to be cold, wet and windy.
Patagonia Knifeblade gear 'fills gap between softshell and hardshell'
A new jacket and trouser combination from Patagonia claims to bridge the gap between traditional softshell and hardshell technology.
Zamberlan's women-specific Lady Lite GTX boot expected in shops soon
A women-only walking boot from one of Europe’s top footwear brands will be hitting the shops this autumn.
Glowing reports from sub-zero tsunami rescuers for Keela's insulated jacket
Rescuers who went to Japan to help after the 2011 tsunami have hailed clothing provided by a Scottish gear brand.
SmartWool midlayers add SmartLoft for comfort and warmth as temperatures dip
SmartWool has expanded its PhD range with the addition of midlayers to complement its baselayers as temperatures head south.
Birch wood frame adds to Fjӓllrӓven Kajka pack's green credentials
Swedish brand Fjӓllrӓven’s latest incarnation of its updated backpacking rucksack was on display at the recent Outdoor Trade Show, with some of the greenest credentials around.
Updated brasher Hillwalker II GTX boots revealed
brasher, famous for its traditional-looking brown boots, has updated its Hillwalker model. Pitched at the lower end of its leather range, the Hillw...
New top-end brand's Tierra's clothing set to hit the shops
A new top-end brand of outdoor gear is about to hit the UK’s High Street stores. Tierra is described as Sweden’s best kept secret in the world ...
Dont panic! Here's our last-minute festive outdoor stocking-filler gift guide
If panic is setting in as Christmas approaches and you still haven’t bought those stocking fillers for your outdoor enthusiast, grough has some suggestions for gift ideas for the woman or man who would rather be on the hill than slumbering in front of the television this festive season.
Berghaus unveils top of range winter jackets and trousers
Berghaus has unveiled its top of the range jackets for this winter, using three–layer Gore-Tex Pro.
On test: Asolo Reston WP boots
Asolo Reston WP boots Weight: 1,026g a pair of (size 44/9½) Price: £145 Colour: grey/graphite Material: uppers, water-resistant suede 1.6-1.8mm/ polyester; sole, rubber/EVA Country of manufacture: Romania Crampon rating: B0 (not crampon compatible) The Asolo Reston is part of a range using the brand’s Natural Shape last and sole, which it says more accurately mirrors the foot’s shape.
On test: MSR TR-3 Surelock Poles
MSR TR-3 Surelock Poles Country of manufacture: China Weight: 604g (pair) Price: £105 a pair Colour: mustard/black/silver Material: 7000 Series aluminium The use of trekking poles seems to divide the walking community.
On test: gloves
Spend any amount of time on a cold, blowy hillside without a decent pair of gloves and you’ll regret not packing a pair in your rucksack.
Snugpak 2nd Skinz base layers offer warmth for cooler days
As the weather turns cooler, British brand is offering outdoor fans a value-for-money base layer system.
On test: walking trousers
If you’re going for a stroll around the park, then an comfy pair of old trousers might fit the bill, but walkers stepping up to a longer excursion or venturing into the hills need to give their legwear a bit more consideration.
On test: Mammut T Aenergy GTX boots
Mammut T Aenergy GTX boots Price: £160 Weight: 1,220g a pair (size 43.5) Materials: upper, polyamide with liquid rubber protection; midsole, EVA; outsole: rubber Waterproofing: Gore-Tex Performance Comfort membrane Colour: graphite/inferno (grey/red) Country of manufacture: China Crampon rating: B0 (not crampon compatible) grough rating: Performance 30/35 Comfort 31/35 Quality 7/10 Value for money 14/20 Total score: 82/100 The oddly named T Aenergy GTX boots are lightweight offerings from the Swiss brand Mammut.
Kelty TrailLogic: pack, tent, sleeping bag and mat all in one system
One of the more intriguing items on show at the recent Outdoor Trade Show was Kelty’s TrailLogic system, an integrated rucksack, sleeping bag, sleeping mat and tent designed to fit together in a pack that uses no zips.
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