This week, how to care for, use and repair your self-inflating sleeping pad.
New for 2012 super-bright, lightweight waterproof jacket from Swiss alpine specialist, Mammut.
Ultra-lightweight PrimaLoft-filled insulating jacket that doubles as lightly insulated windproof depending on how you look at it.
Winterised version of Rab's excellent Vapour-Rise soft shell system that's an excellent alternative to more conventional layering outfit and can also be used as a...
Scoop early look at the Ramche Down Jacket complete with hydrophobic down, zoned construction and testing by Mick Fowler.
Breathable lightweight Gore-Tex Active Shell alpine shell that's right in the mix with the best of the more established outdoor brands thanks to a neat...
Minimalist, bottomless sleeping teamed with hooped one-person bivvy shelter gives a great balance of lightness and acceptable comfort.
We're just back from trying out the new ergo-friendly, energy-saving Berghaus Bioflex 2 packs in the Lakes.
Super-neat, super-compact and very effective eye protection from the guys at Salomon Eyewear.
Mountain Equipment's new Gore-Tex Active Shell jacket weighs a smidgeon over 300 grammes, but still features 'semi pit-zips' and full adjustability to go with the...
Excellent three-season-ish, lightweight sleeping bag that's warmer than its specification suggests and comes complete with a handy, waterproof stuff sac.
Four top soft shell mountain pants, trousers or legwear checked out.
We test out the new Vango Velocity 300 with its AirBeam technology in fierce Lakes conditions.
Everest study shows that facial hair growth may improve high altitude performance.
We'll be bringing you full reviews of seven of the best lightweight walkiong boots on the market over the next week, here's an overview of...
Two 'not quite crampon', enhanced traction solutions compared in real winter conditions.
Simple but addictively effective non-membrane soft shell stretch pull-on from the Swedish outdoors brand.
Western Mountaineering class the Apache MF is a lightweight, UK winter bag rated to -10°C with an extreme rating of -29°C.
Impressive specs from these hand-made German-manufactured down sleeping bags.
Full test of Rab's hooded and very water-resistant lightweight PrimaLoft jacket
Updated: Additional observations on Paramo's sub-500g lightweight waterproof multi-activity jacket
Technical mountain pack from iconic British brand tested
Highlights from TNF's winter range including a UK-friendly shell and a great jacket name...
Revamped Lowe Alpine TFX packs including a 95-litre sack weighing just 2200 grammes.
