Rik Henderson brings us his review of the Apalone Hardshell Jacket from Ferox, a brand new independent British outdoor clothing company that specialises in waterproof garments When I first saw Ferox’s subtle, pre-launch campaign pop on Instagram, I was intrigued and interested to say the least, a company who from the outset showed they were …
Part of an award winning series of packs, Rik Henderson brings us his Lowe Alpine Altus 52-57 pack review Lowe Alpine sent us their latest backpack, the Altus 52-57, an award-winning four-season pack that that claims to service several outdoor activities including mountaineering, ski touring and overnight trips. We tested it over the Easter bank …
Adding to their hugely popular Hike range of socks, SS19 will see the introduction of new styles, giving Bridgedale a complete and comprehensive range of wool, non-wool and waterproof socks. So we got local expert Rik Henderson to brings us his first impressions of their Hike Ultra Light T2 sock . . . Bridgedale Hike …
Montane release a new range focused on ‘fastpacking’ for spring / summer 2019, and so local expert Rik Henderson brings us his review of their Trailblazer 30 Rucksack. Montane Trailblazer 30 Rucksack Review It’s no secret that I am a big fan of the Montane brand. A UK designed outfit who are at the forefront …
“What have you got in there, the kitchen sink?” Pete gets asked, unashamedly struggling his way up the Miners Path on Snowdon, knees bowing under the weight of his old framed 65ltr Karrimor rucksack, a day’s walk on one of the hottest days of the year. Whilst Pete is prepared for any eventuality and the …
Rik Henderson reviews the Montane Fast Alpine Stretch Neo Jacket which has been tested thoroughly on his recent round of the top 100 Welsh Peaks. I hate Goretex!…….Ok that’s a little over the top, I think its more a case of Gores 3-layer waterproof fabric disliking me. I run hot when undertaking any physical activity, truth …
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Rik Henderson gives his La Sportiva TX4 GTX Approach Shoes Review . . . The La Sportiva TX4 GTX Approach Shoes Review Leather shoe with Gore-Tex Extended Comfort designed for technical approach routes and via ferrata, part of the Traverse X approach series . . . Every detail has been studied to guarantee grip, comfort and …
