Marmot’s Tungsten UL 2 Person tent is the ideal set-up for those gram counters who are unwilling to compromise on reliability. The pre-bent pole construction adds extra verticality to the walls, which menas
John Chapman and his co-authors spend their lives hiking all over this great land and writing guide books so the rest of us can follow them. Through years of refinement John & Co’s books are well laid-out and colourfully illustrated that detail routes, background, safety, trip planning and further reading.
Whether you’re the outdoor type or not this USB hand warmer will keep you comfortable despite the cold. The convenient power bank feature also recharges your USB compatible device, so you can stay connected while outdoors. It is easy to operate with 4 heat settings from 40 up to 50 degree centigrade and has dual…
If you’re counting grams, but still count on a great night’s sleep, the Spark may be the right bag for you. Filled with RDS-certified 850+ fillpower goose down treated with a non-PFC Ultra-Dry Down treatment, the Spark is constructed with a technical hood and zipper draft tube to retain warmth. Comfort comes from a super-breathable…
The #06 Opinel Bushwhacker Pocket Knife is the smallest model (7cm blade) that features the Virobloc safety ring which will lock the knife securely open, or closed. Take it everywhere, or hang it from places with the leather lanyard. It is small enough to be placed in a pocket or purse and you’ll be surprised…
Comfort on long approaches can save your day, and easy access to gear gets you on the rock faster. The Arc’teryx Konseal 40 – perfectly sized for a day at the crags – is created for a comfortable carry and clean workflow. The materials – a 690D Cordura with Hadron LCP (liquid crystal polymer) grid…
Need a lightweight sleeping bag with an excellent warmth-to-weight ratio The Cocoon series by One Planet is a range of bags especially geared towards the ultra-lightweight hiker. The mummy shape reduces weight while helping to maintain warmth, ensuring a comfortable sleep. The V baffle design is coupled with an extremely breathable 15D Vapour Vent fabric…
If you’re out on a day hike or away from your base camp and benighted, constant rain, wind-chill and ultimately hypothermia can literally be the death of you. Don’t let that happen! Carry this ultralight survival shelter from UK stalwarts Lifesystems and drastically improve your chances of survival. In case of emergency, wrap your body…
Improve your compartmentality further with the ultra-lightweight Cord Drybag UL from Swiss packing legends Exped. Strong and superlight yet easy to access for those not requiring full water-resistance, these are ideal for separating dirty laundry, wet clothing, underwear or sugary goodies. Starting at just 8 grams, what’s to lose
Crampons are sharp, bulky, heavy and expensive, and should only be carried by mountaineers. But what if you need to cross packed snow, or icy rocks or just wet slabs on your bushwalk You could risk your neck, sure, and sometimes provide your mates with a good laugh, or you could carry some Microspikes and…
This is one of a series of excellent guide books from the Confraternity of Saint James, the pre-eminent, London-based organisation supporting pilgrim activities in Europe. Their guides are an inexpensive option for walkers heading to Santiago de Compostela on any of the many routes across Spain, France and beyond. Each book provides directions and details…
The Limpet is a simple, versatile and tough day pack which is engineered to attach securely to the front or back of compatible One Planet rucksacks. Using One Planet’s iconic Waterloc canvas fabric makes it highly water resistant and incredibly robust. The 15 litre capacity and stretch mesh front pocket means it isn’t too bulky…