31st May 2021
Fjällräven Abisko Lite Trekking Jacket: Full Review Recommended
Chris Townsend reviews a new jacket for warmer weather
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Gear Editor’s Column
9th March 2020
Chris’s Column: Patagonia Ascensionist Jacket
Lightweight waterproof for year-round use The Ascensionist is Patagonia’s lightest waterproof jacket (385 grams for my size L) but the design isn’t minimalist. It’s made from bluesign approved 3-layer 100% recycled nylon Gore-Tex Active with…
23rd February 2020
Chris’s Column: Cnoc Outdoors Vecto 2 Litre 28mm Cap
Updated water container with secure wide opening Back in April 2018 I reviewed the new Cnoc Outdoors Vector and described it as ‘one of the best water containers I’ve used’, the single drawback being that…
16th February 2020
Chris’s Column: Klättermusen Vanadis 2.0 Trekking Jacket
An environmentally friendly wind resistant softshell jacket Regular readers will know I really like windproof jackets and wear one more than any other garment. The latest windproof I’ve been trying is the Vanadis 2.0 from…
8th February 2020
Chris’s Column: Mountain Hardwear Lamina Eco AF™ 15F/-9C Sleeping Bag
A warm and comfortable environmentally friendly synthetic sleeping bag A white sleeping bag? My first reaction on seeing this at an outdoor trade show was the same as everybody’s – but it’ll show the dirt.…
29th January 2020
Chris’s Column: Hillsound Trail Crampon Pro
Walkers crampons with a unique easy-to-use binding system Crampons for hillwalking should be lightweight, easy to attach, and adequate for moderately steep slopes. Micro spikes are okay on easy terrain, climbing crampons are best for…
9th January 2020
Chris’s Column: Merrell Thermo Rogue 2 Boa Mid Gore-Tex Boots
Lightweight winter walking boots with a unique design The futuristic hi-tech look of these new Merrell boots with a very long name – I’ll just call them Thermo Rogues – is appropriate as they are…
19th December 2019
Chris’s Column: Mountain Hardwear Kor Strata Hooded Jacket
A lightweight breathable Primaloft midlayer Lightweight insulated jackets are excellent for chilly days. They can provide better weather protection and more warmth than a heavier fleece. Mountain Hardwear’s Kor Strata Hooded Jacket is a good…
11th December 2019
Chris’s Column: Tilley Merino Beanie
A warm wool beanie Moving away from their brimmed hats Tilley has introduced some beanies into its range. I’ve been trying the Merino Beanie, which is the one I think best suited to hillwalking. It’s…
27th November 2019
Chris’s Column: On Cloudrock Waterproof Boots
Lightweight boots with an unusual sole Swiss company On Running has launched its first lightweight hiking boot, the Cloudrock Waterproof, using the same Zero-Gravity CloudTec technology as it’s running shoes. The boots have a distinctive…
9th November 2019
Chris’s Column: Petzl Swift RL Headlamp
A lightweight very powerful headlamp Petzl’s latest headlamp is small, light and powerful. I’ve now used it on several trips and found it very effective. It has Petzl’s Reactive Lighting so the power of the…
