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Alpkit Gamma 2010

£15.00

Alpkit is well-known for providing incredible value for money, and so it is perhaps no surprise that the Gamma’s performance matches that of many headtorches costing twice the price. You get a battery pack at the back of the head and the red LED is fitted here. This can be set on strobe or as a red light. The front ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 4.5
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Optimus Terra Pan Set 2009

£40.00

The Optimus Terra Pan Set’s neoprene casing can be used to keep cooked food warm while one pot is on the burner. The 1.65 litre pot and frying pan/lid are Teflon-coated and have circular grooves on the base so they grip a stove support better. The 1.70 litre pot is plain aluminium. The plastic pan grip fits and handles all ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 4.5
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Source Widepac hydration system

£17.00

This Source Widepac hydration system opens at the top, making it easy to fill and clean, and closes securely with an excellent, easy-to-use slider. Nice detachable hose, too. This Source Widepac delivers big gulps of taste-free water and the cap on the mouthpiece keeps it clean. Needs a shut-off valve for full marks.Contact: 015395 60214, www.bramwell-int.com

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 4.5
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Camelbak Classic hydration bladder

£30.00

The Camelbak Classic hydration system is housed inside a mini backpack, making it convenient to carry. The Camelbak Classic bladder is easy to clean and fill up, but the screw thread is a little awkward. The reservoir itself is tough and provides taste-free water. A bite-valve dispenses huge satisfying gulps. However, you can’t buy the bladder separately from the pack. ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 4
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Petzl Tikka XP

£40.00

A classic headtorch that is very lightweight at 106g. It also has three power settings plus flash and boost to 50m. This selection of settings is ideal for walkers and campers, and prevents over-use of battery power as the boost setting is only available while your finger is on the dedicated button. There is also a ‘power remaining’ indicator that ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 4.5
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Petzl Tikka Plus

£30.00

The Petzl Tikka Plus headtorch is a well-established classic. It is exceptionally lightweight at just 78g, yet it provides a superb level of light that is ideal for camping and walking. The batteries fit directly behind the lights and there is one button to control the three power settings plus flash. The maximum light beam is 32m according to the ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 4
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CamelBak Omega Hydrotanium Reservoir

£22.00

CamelBak is a well-proven hydration system brand, so not surprisingly this unit breezed through our taste test and leak test without any problems. There’s an antimicrobial Hydroguard treatment that eliminates up to 99% of bacteria and fungus, with a taste-free PureFlow liner to keep the water drinkable. The large screw cap allows easy filling, and you get strong suspension holes ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 4
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Platypus Big Zip Hoser

£21.00

One of the original hydration system brands, the Platypus Big Zip Hoser uses three-layer laminate to add extra durability, while the taste was among the best. The bite valve can be locked closed to prevent drips. The zip opening allows easy cleaning and filling, and it survived our 20kg test. But there are no suspension loops, so the hydration system ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 4
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Source Widepac 2 Litre

£17.00

Note the price, then note the feature of a rolltop end opening, which makes filling and cleaning this hydration system super-easy. Furthermore you get an autoseal link between the feeder pipe and bladder, and the bite valve has a cap to prevent accidental squeezing. This all means that there were no leaks in our test. Better still, the water taste ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 4
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Alpkit Carbonlite

£43.00

At just £43 for a pair, this trekking pole is an absolute bargain. But it offers more than just a low price tag, as it also only weighs in at 400g, which is exceptionally lightweight. The low weight comes from the carbon pole shafts, which are intrinsically lightweight as well as being very stiff compared to other poles. They pack ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 4.5
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Gelert Ascent

£15.00

These Gelert Ascent trekking poles have only two sections, which makes for a longer (more bulky) pack-down size. But this also means they’re less prone to slipping than some. With a comfortable handle and reasonable weight, this is a bargain pole for all but the very serious hillwalker. Two-section design makes them easier to adjust and tighten. Adequate performance and ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 4

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