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Gear Features



	The Squeezebox Files - Published in GEAR Captain Paranoia lifts the foil lid on his ingenious self-made lightweight cooking system. - 27/10/08

	Close Up - Osprey Mutant Pack - Published in GEAR Up close and personal with the features on Osprey's new technical mountain pack. - 12/8/08

	Gearblog - Crossover And Proud Of It! - Published in GEAR The outdoor industry's dirty cross-dressing secrets revealed... - 22/7/08

	Scarpa Cristallo And Mescalito Compared - Published in GEAR Chip off the old block? We pit Scarpa's new scrambling boot against the original... - 12/6/08

	Shopping Tips - Day Packs - Published in GEAR Hands on shop floor advice if you're buying a day sac - a bad one can ruin your day, so pay attention now... - 16/5/08

	Shopping Tips - Mountain Shell Jackets - Published in GEAR Our latest shopping savvy guide tells you how to try on a shell jacket and make sure it works for you. - 30/4/08

	Shopping Tips - Outdoors Footwear - Published in GEAR Shopping for outdoor boots or shoes? Here's what you need to know to get it right. - 24/4/08

	What's New This Spring? - '08 Gear Round-Up - Published in GEAR Take a look at the pick of this spring's range, from all the top brands, in one bumper round-up. - 6/4/08

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Gear News



	Grivel Introduces Walking Poles - Published in GEAR Walking poles meet ice axes in the latest Grivel innovation ... - 20/11/08

	Warmth Without Weight - The Haglofs Way - Published in GEAR Primaloft insulation, water resistance, and only 265g ... - 18/11/08

	OMer Opens Outdoor Food Shop - Published in GEAR Chicken tikka, spaghetti bolognaise, or cheese and mushroom pasta? That is the question. - 17/11/08

	New Eco-Approach Shoe From Patagonia - Published in GEAR Collapsible uppers, Vibram soles and 70% recycled footbeds ... - 16/11/08

	More Primaloft For The Girls - Published in GEAR Rab and Montane bring out new women's jackets with Primaloft insulation. - 15/11/08

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Buyers' Guides



	Buyers' Guide - Lightweight Insulation - Published in GEAR Lightweight fleece, shelled fleece, synthetic fibre or down? Your guide to the insulation shopping jungle... - 28/10/08

	Buyer's Guide - Lightweight Day Packs - Published in GEAR What to look for if you're in the market for a featherweight kit hauler. - 8/7/08

	Buyers' Guide - Air Back Daypacks - Published in GEAR Tired of hot, sweaty back syndrome in summer, it's air backs to the rescue time :-) - 30/5/07

	Buyers' Guide - Lightweight Footwear - Published in GEAR Looking to lighten your footload? Our guide to lighter shoes, boots and sandals. - 2/5/07

	Buyers' Guide -Baselayer Tops - Published in GEAR Say no to damp cotton tee shirts and yes to, well, what? We help you stay dry and comfortable on the hill. - 14/3/07

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OM Reviews



	Alpkit Filo Jacket - Quick Test - Published in REVIEWS Fancy warm and affordable? We check out Alpkit's down jacket. - 7/11/08

	SPoT Satellite Tracker Tested - Published in REVIEWS GPS-based device that could save your life but does more besides. - 4/11/08

	EDZ Merino Baselayers - First Look - Published in REVIEWS How do EDZ's affordable merino wool baselayers stand up to outdoor use and washing? - 30/10/08

	Garmin Oregon 300 GPS - First Look - Published in REVIEWS Ground-breaking features and the prospect of OS mapping on screen from Garmin's latest GPS. - 17/10/08

	Women's Marmot Venus Down Jacket Tested - Published in REVIEWS What?!!! 340g for a down jacket? You must be joking ... - 8/10/08

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