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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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Ice Trekkers Diamond Grip (2012)

£40.00

These are a slightly more durable option, making them a little more suitable for those more uneven valley tracks and bridleways that are muddy and rocky in summer and frozen hard in winter. The extra durability comes from a steel cable around the base that is fitted with a series of diamond-shaped beads, which have six spikes each. These steel ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 0
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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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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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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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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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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Primus Litech Trek Kettle 2009

£20.00

The Primus Litech Trek Kettle is a one-person set that consists of a 1 litre pot and lid that could be used as a bowl. It’s made from aluminium to save weight with a non-stick surface on the inside. The folding handles on the pot and lid are protected with rubber grips so they don’t burn your hands. A stuffsack ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • 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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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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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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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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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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Wynnster McKinley/Vail Zip Neck

£25.00

This fleece mid layer weighs 284g (size L); thin fleece ideal for layering; smock design reduces weight; casual design; smart collar; outstanding breathability. But no pockets; no hem drawcord; no hood; smock design limits ability to control temperature.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • 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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MSR Hydromedary 2 litre

£26.00

This hydration system sports a bright red Cordura bladder with a large screw cap for filling along with reinforced hanging loops. The bite value can be locked closed to prevent leaks (and there were no leaks in our tests). But though the water taste was okay, there was a hint of antiseptic about the taste. You can’t see if there ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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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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Ultimate Direction 64oz Hydration Reservoir

£22.00

Ultimate Direction makes a wide range of running packs with many unusual design features, and likewise this hydration system is unique. The Kicker valve mouthpiece is designed to be easy to drink from without leaking. The feeder pipe is insulated to prevent freezing in winter (a common problem with feeder pipes). The rolltop closure works well to allow easy cleaning ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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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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Nalgene CXC Big Bore 2 litre

£20.00

From the makers of one of the most popular water bottles on the market comes an equally good hydration system. The CXC material gives no residual taste or smell, while an Aquaguard antimicrobial hose ensures a good taste, and in our tests the water palatability was excellent. The bite valve has a magnetic clip, which is unusual but useful. But ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Inov8 H20rizontal

£15.00

Inov8 has added a range of rucksacks to its popular trail-running shoe range. The rucksacks are all designed to carry their unique hydration bladder that fits horizontally around the waist for more stability. This hydration system uses Source components, so it benefits from their design features. It was leakproof in our tests, and the water tasted good. But It only ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Pure Hydration In Line Filtration System

£45.00

This water purifier weighs 200g; speed of sucking flow rate; very easy to use; fits to hydration system; removes viruses without additional iodine. But only 350 litre capacity before whole unit has to be replaced; water tastes of iodine; can only purify water that is sucked through it.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Outdoor Designs Summit Mitt Pro

£40.00

This mitt one its first award from Trail magazine back in November 2002, and for many walkers it's been their favourite mitt ever since. Firstly, it costs £20 some competitors and for your cash you are getting a good waterproof and breathable shell that benefits from a leather palm for extra durability. The fingers and thumb are well-shaped to provide a good fit. ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 5

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