Summer Kit - Buyers' Guide
 A quick look at what to look for in clothing and equipment for the summer hills.
09 July 2010
Buyer's Guide - Women's Specific Packs
Everything you need to know about female friendly rucksacs and daypacks - and it's not just about baby blue and pink fabrics...
15 June 2010
Buyers' Guide - Trail Running Shoes
Everything you need to know about trail running shoes for both walking and running.
14 October 2009
Buyers' Guide - Trekking Poles
Tips and techniques for buying the right trekking pole for you.
03 July 2009
Buyers' Guide - Climbing Racks
New to climbing? Sort your cams from your hexes before you venture outside ...
26 May 2009
Buyers' Guide - Survival Aids
Stuff to help bail you out when everything goes pear-shaped out on the hill from emergency shelters through to exothermic heat pads.
06 February 2009
Buyers' Guide - Lightweight Insulation
Lightweight fleece, shelled fleece, synthetic fibre or down? Your guide to the insulation shopping jungle...
28 October 2008
Buyer's Guide - Lightweight Day Packs
What to look for if you're in the market for a featherweight kit hauler.
08 July 2008
Buyers' Guide - Air Back Daypacks
Tired of hot, sweaty back syndrome in summer, it's air backs to the rescue time :-)
30 May 2007
Buyers' Guide - Lightweight Footwear
Looking to lighten your footload? Our guide to lighter shoes, boots and sandals.
02 May 2007
Buyers' Guide -Baselayer Tops
Say no to damp cotton tee shirts and yes to, well, what? We help you stay dry and comfortable on the hill.
14 March 2007
Buyers' Guide - Insulated Clothing
When the going gets gnarly, the gnarly get insulated, but should you be going for down or synthetic fillings and what other features should you be looking at come buying time?
02 November 2006
Buyers' Guides - Lightweight Packs
Keen to lose the lard from you pack? We give you some pointers to help you find your way through the lightweight rucksack maze and out the other side with fresher legs.
12 September 2006
Buyers' Guides - Climbing Shoes
With an increasing array of rock boots on the market, here are some pointers on how to choose a pair that do the job without torturing your feet.
21 June 2006
Buyers' Guide - Outdoor Undies
Rarely mentioned, but still crucial, your briefs, knickers and bra are a vital part of outdoor performance clothing. Here's what to look for.
13 June 2006
Buyers' Guide - Sleeping Mats
From classic closed cell foam pads all the way through to the extraordinary sub-100 gramme Balloon Bed, we give you the gen on buying a comfy sleeping pad.
08 June 2006
Buyers' Guide - Soft Shell
What is soft shell? We try valiantly to explain the most nebulous category in outdoors clothing and help you decide what to look for if you want one...
24 May 2006
Buyers' Guide - Hydration Systems
Still using a water bottle? Get with the programme, we tell you what to watch out for when selecting a hydration system plus some maintenance tips too.
13 March 2006
Buyers' Guide - Gloves
The long and the short of it, mitts or glove, sticky or leather, suede or fleece - we take a look at what you need to know about keeping your hands warm and funtional.
30 November 2005
Buyers' Guide - Shell Pants
Salopettes, bibs, high-waisted pants or just simple waterproof overtrousers - we unravel the mysteries of the weather-proof world of legwear just in time for winter as well...
14 November 2005
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