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The North Face Diad Jacket - First Look
By Jon on 29/06/2006 14:21:04
Our first impressions of the impressively lightweight Diad waterproof, breathable shell jacket which tips the scales at just over 200 grammes and fits into a pint mug...
superfragile.Cut is on the short side with a bit of a droptail thrown in and inclassic TNF stye is just a little looser than the 'Performance Fit'designation might suggest. It's hardly baggy, but nor is it Arc'teryxtapered close though it's neater than TNF
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Rab Drillium Tested
By Jon on 06/06/2006 13:45:27
It's light, it's waterproof, close-fitting and made from very breathable eVENT fabric. We check out Rab's new Drillium jacket.
that, offering complete waterproofnesscombined with top-end breathability. It's helped by a slim, athleticcut which eliminates air gaps and for the most part the fit anddesign are excellent. Pockets sit neatly above harness or pack beltsand a drop tail
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The Heat Is On
By Jon on 27/07/2001 10:02:00
Here's how to stay healthy with a two-week heatwave breathing down your neck
every hour to stayhappy when it's hot? So, to help you stay healthy and happy, checkout these two articles:• Hydrationbasics with the Butcher's Dog on OUTDOORSmagic• StayFit Not Fried from Couch Potato on BIKEmagic - equally applicableto walkers
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Top Coach Offers Training For Normal People
By Jon on 21/05/2007 11:54:41
Zip up that hill with a customised personal programme, plus a special introductory OM offer.
're preparing for a challenging trek, or maybe tryingto increase your mountaineering fitness for a season in the Alps,Dave could be the answer. Ditto if you're doing an adventure race orone of the mountain marathon events.Using the same principles and working
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Scarpas For Narrow Feet
By Jon on 13/12/2007 16:54:57
If Scarpa's boots have always been too wide for you, the Infinity GTX may be the answer...
This isn't exactly brand spanking new news, but we suspect thatthe new for 2007 Scarpa Infinity GTX and Infinity GTXLady have snuck in below many an outdoors news radar.On the face of it, there's nothing too remarkable about the newboots. They look like many other lightweight wal...
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High Altitude Hits Manchester
By Dave Mycroft / Jon on 17/02/2006 11:50:01
A new technique allows you to develop high altitude acclimatisation in just 30 minutes per day - we send Dave Mycroft to 6600 metres in north Manchester.
A revolutionary new altitude acclimatisation technique promises togive the physiological benefits of climbing high on Everestwithout ever leaving the lowlands of north Manchester and our man,Dave Mycroft, is trying it out. Dave at Camp ...
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Winter Tyres Round-Up
By Jon on 07/03/2011 09:30:53
Some final thoughts on the Continental Winter Contacts we've been driving around on this winter.
Winter Tyre Round-UpWay back, just as the white stuff started to fall from the sky, Kwik-Fit kitted out my Mark 2 GTi with a set of Continental Winter Tyres - you can find the initial write-up somewhere back in the snowy tyre tracks of time, erm
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Winter Boot Comes In Five Widths
By Jon on 15/10/2010 12:54:17
Alt-Berg's Mallerstang crampon-compatible boot caters for foot widths from extra small to extra large.
If you're someone who has trouble finding a boot narrow or wide enough to fit your foot, take note, the Alt-Berg Mallerstang 3-4 season walking boot is available in no fewer than five width fittings. Yep, FIVE.Based up in Richmond on the edge
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How To Stay Hydrated On The Hill
By Jon on 02/08/2007 15:47:21
Everything you need to know to boost your hill hydration this summer.
for the end of the day - your body will thank you. More informationThere's a wealth of hill fitness information in our Healthand Fitness section.Decide on a hydration system using our Hydration System Buyer'sGuide.See relevant site and user
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GORE-TEX 'Are You Tough Enough' Challenge
By Jon on 09/05/2012 10:12:53
Reckon you could hack the SAS selection yomp across the Brecon Beacons?
The latest challenge in the GORE-TEX Experience Tour series is a cracker - could you complete the infamous 'Fan Dance', a 23.5km trek through the Brecon Beacons used as a fitness and navigation skills test by British 'special forces'...Just like
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