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It's a double whammy routes week on OUTDOORSmagic. First of all we
have what we reckon is our best
two-dayer yet, a classic mixed walking and scrambling route
on a glorious Scottish island, with fantastic pics.
Then there's this week's scramble,
a neat alternative romp to the top of one of the most dramatic
mountains in the Lakes. And that's just the tip of the routes
iceberg, we have another 16 scrambles in the Lakes alone, just see
our Routes
Archive for more.
Last but not least, we've just published the most comprehensive
guide to child
carriers on the web. All you need to know about taking your
baby or toddler oop t'hill on your back in comfort.
Have a great outdoors weekend,
 Jon and the team at OUTDOORSmagic.com
editor@outdoorsmagic.com
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New Montane Kit Coming Soon
The nice people over at Montane have been hard at work updating their web site with new autumn / winter products that should be appearing in the shops towards the end of August 2007.
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Hard Rock Challenge Kicks Off Friday
Two climbers are planning to tackle every route in the classic 1974, Ken Wilson book 'Hard Rock' in just five weeks starting this Friday 13 July, 2007.
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New National Trail Guide DVDs
New on the market is a series of DVD guides covering some of the major UK National Trails - Hadrian's Wall Path, The Cotswold Way, The Ridgeway and The South Downs Way.
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Terra Nova Laserlarge 1
'I thought at first that the LL felt a bit flimsy, especially the fly material, but it can withstand a goodly wind, though do be prepared for some flapping about if you've not got a good taut pitch.' |
Paramo Alta
'It is just dry - I mean dry - whatever the weather throws at you, you remain dry! Did I mention that it is completely waterproof?!
The vents work very well while on the move, and the hood adjusts to the actual shape you want it to.'
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Scarpa Nepal Walking Boot
'Really comfortable, good all round hillwalking boot! I would recommend them to everyone. I've had to keep on top of reproofing, but they're still the best boots I've had and when these are gone I'll get another pair - nuff said.'
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Best Synthetic Sleeping Bag
'I don't want a down bag. All I want is a bag that really will keep you warm at minus five degrees. So, who has used their bag and been warm at that temperature?'
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New Alpkit AlpineDream 300???
'I made a suggestion to Alpkit about adding a lighter weight sleeping bag to the AlpineDream range, the premise being that the 500 bag is suitable down to -5, which is generally too warm for most people for 4 months of the year.'
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New Rucksack
'I am looking for a rucksack that I can use for general hiking/trekking in the Lake District. I looked at a friend's Berghaus Freeflow 35 and quite liked it but the Freeflow 'away from body' design doesn't seem to be the most stable.'
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Sunset
by John Burley
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by Matt C
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New Zealand, Mount Egmont
by Kurt Lancaster
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Win Burma GTX Walking Boots
Jacksons of Arley are giving away a pair of Burma GTX walking boots from German manufacturer Meindl. They are worth £135 and come in a men's or ladies' version.
Pack Your Bags for Prague
Win a weekend for two in Prague, including flights from London and 3* accommodation, or a runner's up prize of a pair of men's or women's Brasher Levanto XCR shoes.
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Outdoor Accessories
Fill out this short survey and be in with a chance to win one of TEN PAIRS of Gore-Tex gaiters!!!
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Storm Outdoor Pursuits and Leisure
A rapidly growing company with a retail outlet in Chipping Sodbury on the edge of the Cotswolds. We stock a wide variety of outdoor clothing, equipment and accessories. Everything to suit your needs.
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Outdoor Kit
The outdoor kit for outdoor people. All the major brands of outdoor clothing and equipment at the best prices backed up by a fully trained customer service team.
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Cliffhanger
The UK’s largest outdoor-pursuits festival, covering a footprint of 90,000 square metres in Sheffield’s biggest green space. With competitors and spectators from across the country it will be a great day out for families from Sheffield and the surrounding area.
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Craghoppers
Outdoor and travel brand Craghoppers are famous for their KIWI trousers but their new AW range includes much more than that - from eVENT waterproofs through to soft shells and winter travel clothing.
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Raw Outdoors
Family owned, with young kids to boot, Raw Outdoors has served our local customers with high quality outdoor equipment and clothing for all the family for 8 years.
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Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Everything for backpacking, trekking and hut-hopping under one 'e-roof'. We only accept orders when we have stock available and delivery to UK addresses is FREE - get it fast!
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Celebrate Summer with Páramo's 15th birthday bonanza offers!
Imagine saving up to 80% on selected Páramo gear this summer. Páramo is 15 years old and wants to celebrate changing the face of outdoor clothing with fantastic offers for outdoor enthusiasts! Check out three great offers available now in participating retailers.
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