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Hi-Gear ZM730 Anti Shock

£16.00

These trekking poles weigh 624g per pair; 64cm packed length; 130cm max length; easy to adjust hand loop; carbon fibre reinforced fibreglass. But anti-shock can be turned on and off too easily and this may happen when twisting the pole during zigzag ascents; plastic handle and hand loop not as comfortable as others.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Peter Storm Carrick

£25.00

This fleece mid layer weighs 504g (size L); thick, hard-wearing fleece compared to some; two zipped hip pockets; zip chest pocket; warm and very breathable fleece. But a little more bulky than some; hip pocket access easily obscured by rucksack belts; is not particularly highly featured for absolute practical performance; no hood.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Highlander 2-3 Person Non Stick Cook Set 2009

£25.00

The Highlander 2-3 Person Non Stick Cook Set, which comprises of two pots (0.7 and 1.5 litres, with lids) and a frying pan kit, comes in a very robust zipped and padded carry case. The pots are non-stick with plastic-coated folding handles. The pan lids get screw-on plastic handles. You also get a set of three plastic bowls, a plastic ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Aztec Nevado 80

£30.00

Light on price and weight, this kit bag benefits from a removable padded shoulder strap and oversized handles that allow it to be worn as a backpack. Zipped end compartments plus an internal divider facilitate packing while the main zip can be locked with a padlock. But the material is not as durable as others, and the external pocket and ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Wynnster Stowaway 2008

£30.00

The Wynnster Stowaway multi-activity jacket is a low price; waterproof, breathable fabric; hood rolls into collar; map-sized chest pocket; front zip gets double stormflap. But 550g (S) is very heavy; higher price brings better fabric; hip pocket access is easily obscured by rucksack belts; hood drawcords left to flap; large, soft peak obscures vision.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Keen Targhee

£35.00

The Keen Targhee is a low-cut children’s shoe with a very breathable upper, making this ideal for summer walks. The rubber toe bumper is ideal for extra protection and the heel cup offers good support. Better still the wide forefoot is ideal for broader feet. But as this is a low-cut shoe rather than a boot it more easily allows ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Vango Deluxe Cork Anti-Shock 2010

£38.00

Vango set the standard for making products with remarkable performance at low prices. Their Deluxe Cork Anti-Shock are typical of the brand as they offer most of what most people want at a price that most people are prepared to pay. The pole has anti-shock built in and the handles are cork – and these two features alone are impressive ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Technicals Kinder

£40.00

This fleece mid layer weighs 516g (size L); quite a thick fleece, so very warm; two hip pockets; hem drawcord; full-length front zip. But heavier than some; hip pocket access is easily obscured by rucksack belts; no hood.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Wynnster Banff Jacket

£40.00

This insulated jacket weighs 660g (inc 44g stuffsack); elasticated cuffs; hem drawcord; internal zipped pocket; two zipped hip pockets that just about take a map; longer body than many; comfortable fit. But compression stuffsack is unnecessary; no cuff adjustment; no hood; no reinforced areas; no fleece lining in collar.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Regatta Invent

£40.00

This windproof fleece would score quite well were it not for the ridiculously baggy cuffs, which are really annoying as well as inefficient. A good fit in the body, with a snug high collar. The fabric is also easy to move in. Really light and compact, it keeps the wind off well and packs down easily. The baggy cuffs let ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Sprayway Genesis TL

£40.00

This fleece mid layer weighs 576g (size L); midweight fleece, so quite warm; two hip pockets; full-length front zip; adjustable shockcord hem. But heavier than thinner fleece and warmer too, so not that easy to control temperature; pocket access is easily obscured by rucksacks belts; no hood.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Vango Flux 30 rucksack (2008)

£40.00

ReviewThis ultralight rucksack has a 30 litres capacity; padded back system with well-padded lumbar pad and hipbelt fins; hipbelt pockets; mesh side pockets; compression straps; front elasticated compressor; hydration system-compatible; internal and external lid pockets; excellent value. But it’s heavy for runners at 900g.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Blacks Compact Pole 2010

£40.00

Forty pounds is a very low price for a pair of poles. But it is even more noteworthy when you realise that these poles also include anti-shock springs inside to take the impact out of placing the tips firmly down onto rocky surfaces. This is a longer pole than many too, so it’s better for those who are taller than ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Highlander Himalayan Trek 2010

£48.00

The Highlander Himalayan Trek has some carbon fibre in the shaft material, which reduces the weight of this pole to a very respectable 516g per pair. Packed length is good too at just 57cm. The foam handle is well-contoured with an extension down the shaft, which makes this a very comfortable pole to grip on a variety of terrain. There ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Result Extreme Climate Stopper

£49.00

An awful cut and the shape of the neck is all wrong – bulky and tight at the front with a big gap at the back. Generous sizing with bulky sleeves. Soft, comfortable fabric, though, which worked well, but the poor neck design made it awkward to zip up properly, which affected overall performance. No additional venting and it does ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Result Blade

£50.00

There’s little doubting the comfort of the Blade, which is cut from a lovely soft, stretchy fabric with a really cosy fleece lining and high collar, but the Lycra-lined cuffs wouldn’t pull up. This jacket was just too hot for strenuous walking on anything but the coldest days – even with the venting pockets and pit zips wide open. It’s ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Wynnster Glacier

£50.00

This windproof fleece from Wynnster is not a great fit, with a long, loose body and no drawcord at the hem. The arms are a reasonable length, but the collar is too low and the lining feels scratchy against the skin. The length and weight of this fleece makes it uncomfortable for energetic walking, but the Cirrus 200 fabric keeps ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Peter Storm HighLite

£50.00

The Peter Storm HighLite general-purpose jacket weighs just 554g (women’s M); low price; waterproof and breathable StormTech fabric; two deep hip pockets; mesh lining adds comfort; hood rolls into collar. But poor pocket access while wearing a rucksack; hood has no peak for extra protection; sleeves ride up easily; high price brings more waterproof and more breathable materials.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Zamberlan Cliff 2009

£55.00

These days sandals are morphing into enclosed multi-activity shoes, so that your feet can benefit from the ventilation of a sandal as well as the protection offered by an enclosed shoe. The Zamberlan Cliff has an upper of leather and synthetic materials that combine in an enclosed toe box. Adjustment comes from the elasticated laces on the top. It also ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Switch Sticks Hiking

£55.00

These trekking poles from Switch Sticks come in fancy colours and have a good handle, but there’s a thin strap with a fiddly buckle. Heavy, and they also vibrate annoyingly in use. The twist-lock doesn’t feel as secure as some, and nor were the baskets, making them too easy to lose. They’re let down by very poor straps and handles. ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Grisport Ascent

£57.50

The Ascents are soft and comfortable unisex boots that will especially suit walkers with wide feet. They’re best-suited to low-level terrain, as the soft uppers and flexible midsole don’t provide much support. However, they have a a chunky sole that grips well, especially on rock, and the heel and toe are reinforced to protect from knocks. They’re very lightweight, and ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Craghoppers Outdoor Compact Pole

£60.00

These trekking poles weigh 540g per pair; 54cm packed length; exceptionally comfortable cork handle. But max length is only 95cm, which is too short for most adults when holding shaft, although acceptable if held like walking stick; no anti-shock; basic webbing hand loop.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Peter Storm Ravine

£60.00

This waterproof jacket from Peter Storm provides plenty of room across the chest and arms, but is very tight around the hips. It’s a long jacket that covers your bum well, with a drawcord at the waist to ensure a snug fit. However, the nylon fabric rustles a lot and more adjustment in the cuffswould be good. A fairly heavy-duty ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Dare2B Precipitate 2008

£60.00

The Dare2B Precipitate multi-activity jacket has a low price; very waterproof, very breathable Isolite 15000 fabric; reflective panels; rear pocket and scoop tail for biking; pit zips; double stormflap. But 726g (men’s L) is very heavy; higher price brings better fabric; hip pockets easily obscured; chest pocket too small; hood movement is poor; large hood peak easily obscures vision.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
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Sprayway Challenger

£60.00

This soft shell weighs 506g; 4-way stretch fabric which is very breathable; map-sized easy-to-access chest pockets; additional chest pocket; Velcro adjustable cuffs. But this offers very little insulation and is more of a windshirt; others are more water-resistant; no hood.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0

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