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This rucksack has an airflow back system; well-padded back and hipbelts; mesh wand pockets; side compression straps; stretch side pockets; stretch front pocket; lower external access; hydration system-compatible; lid with external pocket; tough; men’s and women’s fits. But 2200g is very heavy; three compartments may be more than some users will need; back system offers more support and padding than ...

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Blacks Octane 2

£150.00

For unpredictable UK weather an outer-pitched-first design is my preferred choice of tent as you can pitch (erect) and strike (take down) it in any weather and stay reasonably dry, so full marks to Blacks straight away with the Octane 2. The poles slip through colour-coded sleeves to make pitching easy, and ladder-lock adjustment around the base ensures the flysheet ...

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Robens Cloud 2

£150.00

The Cloud 2 is a 2-person tent that’s very easy to put up as it is an inner-pitched-first design with the poles clipping to the outside of the inner. The fly goes over top, and a scattering of hand-friendly pegs finish the job. Ladder-lock webbing adjusters make it easy to tighten the fly, even on uneven ground. There is one ...

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Osprey Aether 70/Ariel 65

£130.00

This backpacking rucksack, which comes in men’s and women’s styles, hits a completely different user to other ‘sacks in its class as it can be used for a wide variety of loads and still maintain a great performance. Firstly, check the weight. At 2070g it’s very light for a 70 litre ‘sack. But of further interest is the unique compression ...

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Berghaus GR20 Leather GTX

£130.00

This is a good tough 3-4 season boot with a reasonably stiff leather upper which is virtually stitch-free except around the tongue, so it should be very durable. The upper is lightened in weight and price by a synthetic fabric tongue. Inside you get a Gore-Tex waterproof lining. Around the toe there is a tough rubber rand and the toe ...

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La Sportiva Glacier Evo GTX

£170.00

With this 4-season boot, a one-piece leather upper provides the primary barrier against the mountain environment, so there is no stitching to fray and little chance of water getting in. You get a Gore-Tex waterproof lining to guarantee dry feet though and a rubber rand around the toe to guarantee durability. A solid toe box provides vital protection while the ...