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Gear Features



	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

	New From The North Face - Autumn 2008 - Published in GEAR Down-filled, camo pattern tent mules and lots more besides coming later this year. - 31/3/08

	New From The North Face - Spring '08 - Published in GEAR Camo hydration packs, new lightweight day sacs and their first fell-running shoe all hitting the shops about now. - 28/3/08

	Gearblog - Much Too Bright Enough? - Published in GEAR The latest LED headtorches may have a near 100 metre range, but do you really need all that light? - 31/1/08

Gear News



	Richard Gear's Latest Answers - Published in GEAR Richard on tents and hydrostatic head, sleeping bag liners and recycled polyester. - 18/7/08

	Haglöfs 2009 Packs - Scoop! - Published in GEAR A quick look at some ace-looking new packs from the Swedish outdoor brand. - 4/7/08

	Haglöfs First With Adaptive Insoles - Published in GEAR From spring '09 Haglöfs footwear will come with a high spec, mouldable insole as standard. - 3/7/08

	Richard Gear's Latest Answers - Published in GEAR Our man Gear answers questions on summer soft shell, retro Brashers and tent pitching. - 2/7/08

	Solar-Powered DAB Radio Launches - Published in GEAR One for mild campers as Roberts launch the world's first solar-powered DAB radio. - 1/7/08

Buyers' Guides



	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

	Buyers' Guide - Insulated Clothing - Published in GEAR 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? - 2/11/06

OM Reviews



	Berghaus Phobic Stable Endure - First Look - Published in REVIEWS Lightweight, stable and grippy trail-running or lightweight walking shoe reviewed. - 17/7/08

	Haglöfs Ace L - Tested - Published in REVIEWS Cracking, fast-moving all-rounder that won't take on a life of its own when the going gets bumpy. - 16/7/08

	Berghaus Women's Ator Pressure Jacket Reviewed - Published in REVIEWS Ator jackets are known for their style, but how does this one perform on the hill? - 14/7/08

	OMM Classic Marathon 32L Tested - Published in REVIEWS Light weight, strippability, pockets a go go and real heritage too. We check out the definitive lightweight daysac. - 10/7/08

	Endura Venturi 3/4s - Quick Test - Published in REVIEWS We've found these bike-specific, short-cut eVent overtrousers every bit as good for general outdoors use. - 9/7/08

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	Fox’s Outdoor At www.foxsoutdoor.co.uk we offer the full range of Lowe Alpine rucksacks, Snugpak sleeping bags and tents, Khyam quick erect tents, Lifesystems travel accessories and camping equipment for Next Day delivery.

	Terra Nova Terra Nova Equipment: holders of the Guinness World Record for the lightest tent in the world and manufacturers of extremities® outdoor clothing and Wild Country® family and backpacking tents.

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