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Markill Hotshot

£22.00

Review: This camping stove is good value; one of fastest boil times on test; piezo ignition; very small. But very heavy for its size. Boil time: 2min 25sec Weight: 210g

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 4
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Raidlight Neverdry 2.5 litre

£23.00

This hydration system’s feedpipe is insulated with a sleeve to prevent freezing in cold weather. I also like the locking bite valve that prevents drips from when the valve is inadvertently squeezed. The taste test was good too. The bladder is filled through a relatively small screw cap, and a small valve allows the bladder to drip dry when inverted. ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Campingaz Twister 270 PZ

£25.00

This camping stove comes in a small, handy box; cheap; big, wide burner; piezo ignition; uses widely available Campingaz cartridges. But slow boil time; boil time drops dramatically as canister empties. Boil time: 4min 43sec Weight: 216g

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 3.5
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Bushbaby Ripstop Waterproof 2009

£26.00

Made from PU-coated ripstop nylon, the Bushbaby Ripstop Waterproof offers the basic features needed to stay dry at a competitive price. This children’s jacket has a full-length zip with a stormflap over the outside to keep the worst of the rain out. The cuffs have Velcro adjustment to lock out the wind and rain too. The hood is a fixed ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Berghaus LS Zip Tech T 2009

£28.00

The Berghaus LS Zip Tech T base layer weighs 201g (men’s S); looser fit; good price; very comfy; light; generous zip for venting; quick-drying; very versatile due to warmth; great wicking action and swift drying time, so a good choice for changeable conditions. But seams run along shoulders; fabric snags and pills easily; sleeves and hem are prone to riding ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Trekmates Dry Softshell (2012)

£30.00

In the case of the Trekmates Dry Softshell, ‘Softshell’ means waterproof and breathable fabric that is soft and stretchy. This softness makes these gaiters extremely comfy to wear from a fabric perspective. The gaiter is shorter than most, and this will be a benefit or a drawback depending on how long your legs are (I’d prefer an extra 5cm on ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Coleman Exponent (2007)

£30.00

This headtorch is quite an unusual design as the torch section is very small while the battery pack is very large, yet the two work very well together thanks to careful design, some padding and a top-of-head strap. The head tilts very neatly thanks to a good ratchet that confidently ‘clicks’ into place during tilting. Two buttons provide three power ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Berghaus GTX Gaiter (2012)

£35.00

As the name suggests, the Berghaus GTX Gaiter is made from Gore-Tex, and it benefits from a nice large area of tougher material around the ankle cuff. It also comes in two leg lengths so there is more chance it will fit you. At the back of the leg is a stretch panel, which should improve the fit further. When ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Technicals Limitless

£40.00

These waterproof trousers from Technicals use a nice unlined fabric which, although very light, isn’t at all crinkly. The cut of the legs is spot on – enough room to move in without being too baggy. Perfect at the waist, too. Light to carry and don’t take up much room in the rucksack, either. The ankle zips are very short, ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Technicals TCH Merino LS Zip 2009

£40.00

The Technicals TCH Merino LS Zip base layer weighs 246g (men’s S); looser fit; 100% merino wool; comfortable against skin; natural anti-odour properties of fabric; warm; very breathable; durable. But slightly vague fit around hem, so not for those who prefer fitted base layers; black the only colour available, so not ideal for summer; no women’s version; zip could be ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Marmot Precip kids 2008

£40.00

The material used in the Marmot Precip children’s jacket is a good-quality fabric with a high level of waterproofness, so it should remain waterproof longer than lesser fabrics. There is no loose mesh inside, which could be an advantage if your child tends to get tangled up in such things. There’s a double stormflap over the front zip and a ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Blacks Compact Walking Pole

£40.00

These walking poles from Blacks have a very comfortable foam grip, but the wedge-system for adjusting the straps is a bit fiddly. Once adjusted, they feel secure. They have a short pack-down size due to their four-section design, but the extra section makes them fussier to adjust. The extra lock also means an additional feature potentially to go wrong. And ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Mountain King Sierra Pro

£40.00

These walking poles from Mountain have well-shaped grips, although the rubber material becomes uncomfortable after a long hike. The straps are easy to adjust with a slider mechanism, but have no padding and don’t feel as secure as you’d like under downward pressure. The on-off mechanism for the anti-shock system offers the best of both worlds, without being too heavy. ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Jetboil Fluxring Fry Pan 2009

£41.00

The popular Jetboil is ideal for boiling water in super-quick time, but the standard pot is too tall and narrow for make a stir-fry, for example. This Jetboil Fluxring Fry Pan has the heat exchanger of the standard Jetboil pot but is wide enough to cook a proper meal. The FluxRing cover doubles as an eating bowl. But there’s no ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Marmot Precip (children's)

£45.00

This waterproof jacket is a well-proven classis that has always been highly rated by Trail. The child’s Precip is a simple yet very effective design. The material is a good-quality fabric with a high level of waterproofness, so it should remain waterproof longer than other fabrics. There is no loose mesh inside, which could be seen as an advantage if ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Rohan Silver Fleece Zip

£45.00

Getting hot and sweaty tends to result in smelly gear, which is none too pleasant whatever the circumstances. The X-Static silver fibres in this fleece mid layer reduce odour by controlling the growth of bacteria. Apart from that smell advantage, this is a useful top for wearing under other mid layers, as it is a thin and lightweight fleece that ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 4.5
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Mountain Hardwear Epic Pant

£50.00

These waterproof overtrousers have been tried and tested for many years and are very popular. They are very lightweight and use a well-proven waterproof and breathable fabric. The trousers have an elasticated waist with a press stud and fly zip opening, which makes them easy to fit. The leg zip has a Velcro adjuster around the elasticated ankle cuff so ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Marmot Precip Pant

£50.00

These waterproof overtrousers weigh 238g; short, long and regular length available; full-length zip version also available; very waterproof and breathable fabric; mesh zipped hip pockets; elasticated waist with drawcord. But no liner to add comfort; no belt or brace option; only a 32cm leg zip.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Primus Gravity

£50.00

This camping stove has a massive burner; piezo ignition; extremely stable; light for its type; huge flame good for large pans; superb windshield included. But one side of burner wouldn’t ignite; untidy ignition system; not very compact. Boil time: 3min 14sec Weight: 268g

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Trekmates Merino Contrast Zip-top (2012)

£55.00

A lightweight merino top suited to warmer weather. When holding the top up to the light it’s a little alarming to be able to see through the material, but there is no such worry once the top is on. It creates more warmth than you might expect from something that appears so thin. The thin nature of the fabric, especially ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Camp Corsa

£56.00

At just 280g for a 70cm model, this ice axe is exceptionally low in weight. In these times of minimal snow during winter, this low weight makes this ideal for carrying ‘just in case’ you get proper snow coverage. The axe is a basic classification, so it’s ideal for walking. The head is a very lightweight design with a very ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Kohla Evo Micro Tour

£70.00

These poles from Kohla have a very comfortable foam handle with easy-to-adjust and secure padded straps. The four-piece design makes these a compact option. Height markings on each section make them easier to adjust, and the extra-long grips eliminate the hassle of having to adjust pole height for short uphill sections.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Mountain Hardwear Cohesion Pant

£80.00

These are a very usable pair of waterproof overtrousers! The waist is not only elasticated, but it also has a belt that (unlike a drawcord) really gives a secure feeling and you don’t worry about it working loose and your trousers ending up round your ankles. This is a unique feature as far as the trousers we looked at go, ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Sprayway Mountain Rain Pants

£100.00

These waterproof overtrousers have some nice ‘different’ features. They are unusual in having a stuffsack for easy packing. They are constructed from a bombproof, highly breathable fabric. The waist is not only elasticated with an easy-to-use drawcord, but it’s also fleece-lined for extra comfort. They have knee-length side zips which make them easier to get on than those with only ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Marmot Baffin Half-Zip (2012)

£110.00

This is a kind of hybrid style of jacket that offers more warmth than a fleece with a bit of extra waterproofing thrown in. As a pullover style it won’t be to everyone’s taste, and it isn’t the easiest to take off in a hurry. But the thinking is that you shouldn’t need to take it off so often because ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0

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