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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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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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Helly Hansen Warm Freeze Half-Zip (2012)

£60.00

Helly Hansen’s polypropylene Lifa hollow fibres are mixed with merino wool in this top to capture the best elements of both. Lifa fibres are fast-wicking, with some insulation, while the merino gives extra warmth to the top, whilst also providing natural anti-odour. The dimple effect fabric helps draw moisture up and away well. It works well over a range of ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Rab Meco 165 (2012)

£60.00

An all-new style of base-layer from Rab, using a combination of merino wool, but this time with the clever addition of Cocona – a coconut-derived fabric. The added fibre adds the fast-wicking properties associated with man-made fibres, but with a lower pong quotient, thanks to the coconut infusion. Out of all the mixed material base-layers on test, this is the ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Marmot Midweight Zip Neck IS (2012)

£45.00

A midweight top that seems best-suited to slightly cooler conditions. The inside of the fabric is lined with a waffle-effect finish to the Polartec Power Dry fabric, which not only helps trap a bit of heat but also helps draw moisture up and away from the skin. The fabric also has a decent amount of built-in stretch that gives it ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Salomon Azimuth

£120.00

An incredibly lightweight and comfortable jacket in a really sporty design. The Azimuth has a lovely contoured fit and a high, snug collar. The sizing is quite small. Elastic cuffs pull up easily, and the lightweight fabric and articulated elbows make it very easy to move around in. However it’s probably better suited to high intensity activities like cycling or ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Smartwool Sport NTS Zip T 2009

£45.00

The Smartwool Sport NTS Zip T base layer is a chunky, semi-ribbed offering made of merino wool. You are getting exceptional value for money. This cut feels more contoured and purposeful than other items in the Smartwool range, with a large zip to provide some much-needed cooling, as this is a warm top. It is highly breathable and being a ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Montane Dragonfly Shirt 2009

£40.00

Some base layers we looked at were designed to cover a number of activities – including skiing and yachting. But the Montane Dragonfly Shirt has obviously been designed for UK walking. Utilising two grades of Polartec Powerdry fabric, the back and arms get high-wicking fabric while the chest and underarms get a stretchier weave, which is tough and enables excellent ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 4
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Lundhags Merino Polo 2009

£60.00

The Lundhags Merino Polo base layer weighs 230g (men’s S); looser fit; 100% merino wool; very comfy; excellent freedom of movement in the arms without riding up; superb, warm cuffs; high collar; warm; doesn’t smell; well suited to cold weather.  But rather warm for summer; merino tends to soak out; zip shorter than some, which hinders ventilation; slightly coarser weave ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Icebreaker Mondo Zip 2009

£60.00

The Icebreaker Mondo Zip weighs 222g (men’s S); closer fit; excellent-quality 100% merino wool won’t smell; very smooth and comfortable; long at rear so unlikely to ride up; various weights available; women’s version is the Chakra. But stitched logo; a longer zip would be better; wool not to everyone’s taste and will soak out in hot weather; surprisingly easy to ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • 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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Trekmates Merino Wool Zip Top 2009

£40.00

The Trekmates Merino Wool Zip Top base layer weighs 259g (men’s L); closer fit; nicely cut; very comfy; warm; 100% merino wool; odour-resistant; breathable; excellent cuffs; good thumb loops. But not so ideal for summer; very stretchy; sizes quite conservative so do try first; similarly priced Smartwool top is better value. (0115) 940 9170; www.trekmates.co.uk

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • 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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Golite Phantom

£150.00

The Phantom is for the true minimalist at only 275g. It’s cut quite short and the fabric is noisy and rather clammy. The Velcro cuffs don’t allow much room for adjustment and are rough against the skin, and there isn’t much of a collar. It has a small fleece chin guard, but the hood isn’t big enough for ladies with ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Crocs Captiva 2009

£22.00

Crocs are the benchmark of moulded footwear, and these days they’re commonplace at campsites and in bars. The now classic Cayman is the model most often seen, while the new Captiva shows that Crocs makes other models too. The Captiva is a simple open sandal for women. Its pillowed moulded footbed offers extra comfort without losing support, while plenty of ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Mountain Equipment Graviton Jacket 2009

£140.00

With waterproofs there’s a dilemma: to go for light weight, or comfort and practicality. But is there a top that does it all? The latest offering from Mountain Equipment (ME), the Graviton Jacket, is certainly up for the challenge.Weighing 290g (women’s 12), the Graviton is just 15g heavier than ME’s lightest waterproof (the Particle Jacket) but those few extra grams ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Haglöfs Lim Ultimate 2008

£150.00

The Haglöfs Lim Ultimate is a modern classic lightweight jacket. The simple design with minimal seams saves a lot of weight, while the slashing of features and the use of Gore Paclite fabric shaves a few more grams. You do get some good features though such as a full-length front zip and a hem drawcord to keep draughts out. There ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Vaude Slight 2008

£145.00

The Vaude Slight is an extremely lightweight jacket at just 242g (size L) and the weight saving primarily comes from the lack of features, while the very thin 3-layer fabric shaves more weight off. The fabric is a rated as extremely waterproof and breathable, so it should be as good as the best here in this respect, even though it ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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GoLite Phantasm 2008

£150.00

The GoLite Phantasm lightweight jacket weighs just 273g (L); Gore Paclite offers good performance; two pockets; hood can be rolled down and secured; full-length front zip. But the pockets are not large enough for maps and cannot easily be accessed while wearing rucksack belts; elasticated rather than Velcro cuffs; more condensation than Gore-Tex Pro Shell; hood fit and movement are ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Mountain Hardwear Quark 2008

£160.00

The Mountain Hardwear Quark is an extremely lightweight multi-activity jacket, which naturally makes it ideal for fast and light action. The fabric is incredibly thin Conduit, which is rated as extremely breathable and very waterproof.  There is a little bit of stretch in the material, which allows the fit to be a bit closer without restricting movement. It uses 100 ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Salomon Speed 2008

£100.00

The Salomon Speed  multi-activity jacket weighs just 254g (women’s M); very breathable, very waterproof ClimaPro fabric; one chest pocket; mesh arm pits and back of shoulder; comfy collar lining. But no hood, making this a dedicated fast-pace jacket; no map-sized pocket; front zip lacks external stormflap; some adventure races state a hood is compulsory kit.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Haglöfs Storm Pants

£55.00

These waterproof overtrousers are exceptionally lightweight, and the slightly articulated knees allow a close yet not restrictive fit. There is a 99cm long side zip, which makes fitting them over any boots a breeze. I also like the fact that the side zips can be vented from the top, which is very useful when you are overheating but don’t want ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Mountain Equipment Particle Pant

£70.00

These are exceptionally lightweight waterproof overtrousers that come with a tiny stuffsack for easy packing in your rucksack. The fabric is very thin, while the articulated knees allow a close but not restrictive fit. Fitting is very easy thanks to a long (83cm) zip which makes putting them on over boots a doddle. There is a drawcord at the hem ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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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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OMM Kamleika Pant

£70.00

These waterproof overtrousers weigh 242g; close-fitting; stretch fabric; 45cm side zips make getting them on easy; zipped pocket; elasticated waist with drawcord; elasticated ankle cuff. But close fit at ankle may mean gaiter will be needed to keep rain out of boots; close fit may not suit the less athletic walker; best worn next to skin or over close-fitting undergarments ...

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

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