The latest water filter from clean water experts MSR is the Trailshot – a fantastically lightweight and user-friendly unit that has been designed to be carried easily in a side-pocket for on-the-go use by superlight hikers and trail runners/adventure racers. The hollow fibre membrane blocks any nasties bigger than 0.2 microns which includes bacteria and…
A classic offering, the Rebar combines the iconic box-style of the Supertool 300 and Micra with sloped-neck pliers optimised for strength. It has all the features to get the job whilst losing some weight, so it may well find itself in your toolbox soon. Available with leather or nylon sheath and backed by Leatherman’s 25-year warranty.
The portable Chair Zero High-Back is the lightest, most compact tall-back camp chair from Helinox. Ideal for outdoor activities like camping, backpacking, hiking and biking, it weighs just 680 grams and packs small for easy transport in a backpack or bag.
The newest addition to Sea to Summit’s sleeping mat range is the Etherlight XT. The women’s mats are wider at the hip and narrower at the shoulder, and contain more insulation.
Dry bags are the way forward, and will surely someday rule the world. The Exped Fold Drybag BS series is sturdy and practical. Made from PU-coated nylon with taped seams, and with an easy-squeeze buckle for closure and a grab handle, they’re the best designed on the market. Compartmentalise your pack today!
The Exped Ultra Pillow is a premium, ergonomic pillow in an all new ultra light, recycled 20 D stretch fabric. The pillow’s anatomic shape holds the head firmly in place while the low-profile FlatValve allows for easy inflation and deflation that won’t disturb a good nights sleep. It is the perfect pillow for fast and…
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
The new Rab Aeon ND25 is built to move with you over all terrain, for day hikes, light overnights, sure-footed scrambles, and fast descents on two wheels. With a range of technical features for all ascents and a close fitting back system that flexes as you move. Women’s specific fit, an Air Contour back and is…
This excellent Cicerone guidebook to walking and trekking in Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park and Argentina’s Los Glaciares National Park, areas of Patagonia. Eight different walks and treks are described, including the 10-11 day Torres del Paine Circuit, one of the world’s great treks, as well as the shorter Half Circuit (4-5 days). The guide…
The AC Lite 24 comfortable day pack features the ultra-light Deuter Aircomfort back system with maximum ventilation and offers an excellent comfort-to-weight ratio. It has a spacious main compartment and dedicated cell phone pocket, stretch side pockets, lid compartments and gear loops to strap poles and a range of gear to the outside of the…
Keith’s latest and greatest cutlery is their folding spork and ! Its ultralight at only 17.5 grams and with a folding handle it packs down so small you can fit it pretty much anywhere in your pack. We’ve found it fits perfectly into along with an and a 100g gas canister which gives you a 221.5g…
They look like a cross between something from Inspector Gadget and Dr Seuss, but if you don’t mind that (and who would) you’ll love the X series from Sea to Summit, including this extra large bowl. Made of flexible silicon sides that are freestanding and rigid and yet collapse completely flat, they are nifty and…