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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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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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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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Marmot Work Glove (2012)

£80.00

The Marmot Work Glove is a well-established piece of kit that has been used by Glenmore Lodge instructors when battling against Cairngorm storms. It’s also a pair of gloves that I’ve worn since 2009 and I’ve found them to be ideal for when the foul weather drives in. It is very much a professional workhorse design with a tough leather ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Patrol Glove (2012)

£90.00

The North Face Patrol Glove on first appearances looks like many other gloves in this test. But slip it on and it has a noticeably closer fit than the others, even though it is packed with Primaloft insulation and boasts a Gore-Tex waterproof lining. The closer fit helps with the dexterity, but as with most gloves that are well-insulated the ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Integral Designs Siltarp 2011

£72.00

Integral Designs is one of many small US companies that produce small amounts of specialist and technical outdoor, backpacking and expedition equipment. They have several tarps of different designs, and hybrid shelters, but the Siltarp we tested is the most basic model – a classic tarp. DesignThe Integral Designs Siltarp is designed for one and is a plain rectangle of ...

  • 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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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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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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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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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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Magellan Triton 300 2008

£130.00

Links to a PC via Magellan’s free download VantagePoint software but you need to import your route from Memory-Map into VantagePoint before downloading it. Tracklogs are uploaded in the same way. Navigating around the menus is easy enough with positive clicks as you scroll through the options, but the main control is fiddly to use with gloves on. Easy to ...

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

£50.00

For regular use, a low-profile gas stove is an excellent option; gas is easier to use and the low-profile design makes the stove more stable. The Primus Gravity II EF is an excellent example of this type of design. It comes with folding legs to make it even more stable while the exceptionally slender design really hugs the ground. Most ...

  • 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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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 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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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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Lowe Alpine Rush

£60.00

These waterproof trousers from Lowe Alpine are a great fit – ideal length and waist and the legs are tight enough without being restrictive. The Triplepoint fabric is very soft and rustle-free. Light enough to throw in a pack, yet able to withstand some pretty foul weather. Leg zips are a little short for easily pulling over boots.   Colour: ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • 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
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Princeton Tec Apex

£70.00

You get a claimed 56m beam of light and five power settings so you can influence battery life. The torch can also be set to flash in emergencies. The head can be tilted, and there is a chunky nut and bolt to secure it if it should loosen. The design is very comfortable on the head, and it’s made more ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • 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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