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Wild Country Zephyros 1 2011

£150.00

The Terra Nova Laser Competition has won multiple awards for being one of the best lightweight one-person backpacking tents around. But while its weight of just 930g is appealing, its price tag of £320 is far less enticing. So Terra Nova has released the Zephyros 1 under its Wild Country brand, promising the same living space as the Laser Competition, ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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MSR Fast Stash 2011

£225.00

Tarps are a great idea in theory: they promise a simple shelter while adding little to your burden. Sadly, this theory trips up when confronted by good old British weather and the winged biting pests that plague our hills at the height of the wild camp season. The common solution is to use a bivvy bag for added protection, but ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Snugpak Softie Technik 3 2011Softie Technik 3 2011

£150.00

The Snugpak factory is in West Yorkshire, and the Softie Technik 3 2011 is the only sleeping bag in our test manufactured in the UK. It’s very warm with lots of insulation, and it’s big and roomy too. Restless sleepers might like the extra comfort offered by this generous cut, and for bigger people this bag is worth looking into. ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Macpac Microlight 2011

£250.00

The Macpac Microlight is a long-standing, reliable design that is made tough for extended trips into the wilderness. Pitching is simple with a single pole that slips into a single-ended pole sleeve. Pegging out smoothes the low-profile shape even more to create a wide footprint that is very good in the wind, while multiple guy points add further stability and ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Golite Eden 1 2011

£250.00

The Golite Eden 1 is different from most single-person tunnel-style tents as it has three poles, but it pitches fast with colour-coding on the poles and webbing adjusters for tensioning. Pegging out is also quick, and the numerous guy points make for great stability. The guy lines attached high on the central pole have a wide range of placement possibilities ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Mica 1 2011

£210.00

The The North Face Mica 1 pitches inner-first, but the poles are colour-coded and use a simple but effective clipping system, so the inner goes up easily and the flysheet attaches at the end points of the hubbed pole assembly for a quick pitch. There are enough pegging points to make a secure pitch and there are guy points on ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Vango Force Ten Helium 100 2011

£190.00

The Vango Force Ten Helium 100 is a proven one-person tent design that stands up well to the worst of UK weather. The shape is good in a gale, with the internal Tension Band System that allows you to adjust exactly how the centrally positioned single pole tackles the wind. The fabrics are heavy-duty and among the most waterproof in ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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GoLite Adrenaline 3 Season Mummy 2010

£250.00

GoLite is showing that great lightweight kit can have even less impact on the planet by utilising eco-friendly materials, and running an ‘I’m Not Trash’ programme that enables their gear to be returned to them for recycling after use. Also, the down insulation is protected by waterproof Arid Zones at the foot and head. DesignThe GoLite range of sleeping bags ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 0
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Rab Alpine 400 2010

£260.00

Established in 1982, Rab sleeping bags quickly dominated the performance end of the sleeping bag market. But other brands rapidly caught them up and arguably superseded their design. But for 2010 Rab is back with a stunning new range of sleeping bags that look set to place the company back at the top. DesignThe new range of Rab Alpine bags ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 0
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Brasher Kanaga Peak 2010

£155.00

With a swing of my leg, the edge of my boot slashed a step in the snow that was wide enough to support my weight. Another swing and another step followed. Onward and upward, step by step, I climbed into the chilly Lakeland fells. I was wearing the Brasher Kanaga GTX, a new winter boot from a brand best known ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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La Sportiva Trango S Evo GTX 2009

£220.00

The La Sportiva Trango S Evo GTX 4 is a boot with an upper made of mixed materials that helps to keep the weight down. The tongue is well-padded to improve the comfort of the laces too, and so when this is on the foot it feels light and comfortable. There is a waterproof lining to maintain dry feet, and ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Kayland Apex Rock 2009

£200.00

Some winter boots are better for climbing, and others are better for walking. Kayland’s Apex Rock, as the name suggests, is very much a climbing-orientated design. It has a close, narrow fit, which benefits from lacing that extends right down to the toes. The result is a really dexterous feel that means you can confidently place the toe exactly where ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Mammut Monolith GTX 2009

£190.00

The Monolith GTX is a new 4-season boot from Mammut, owners of the brand formerly known as Raichle. It is very lightweight with synthetic materials on the upper and a particularly modern design. The benefits of the design include the reduced weight and the performance for the price. This boot slips onto the feet and feels close-fitting and dexterous immediately, ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Kayland Apex Trek 2009

£190.00

The Kayland Apex Trek 3-4 season boot is very lightweight for its class and yet it benefits from a great package of features and is no slouch in terms of performance either. The upper is made from a combination of fabric and leather with an eVent waterproof lining. The rubber rand extends around the front of the boot for improved ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Scarpa New SL 2009

£185.00

The Scarpa SL has defined the 3-4 season boot category for many years. It is a classic design that is ideal for British conditions with a one-piece leather upper that is virtually free of stitching to fail, and its 2.8mm thickness means it is very water-resistant. Treat this material regularly with proofing products and it will last a lifetime and ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 4.5
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Mammut Mount Trail XT 2009

£160.00

The Mammut (formerly Raichle) Mount Trail XT has been a frequent favourite of Trail’s when provided by the manufacturer as a 3-season boot, and it was ‘Best in Test’ in May 2009. However it has now been submitted by the manufacturer for inclusion in the 3-4 season category. The boot features a solidly built leather upper that is not one ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 3.5
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Asolo Powermatic 200 GTX

£150.00

Asolo’s Micro Pully lacing system does an excellent job of keeping feet secure and comfortable and offset locking eyelets really clamp the boot to your foot. These have a high, supportive ankle cuff and a reassuringly stiff, triple-density midsole which provides graduated cushioning and excellent shock absorption. A Gore-Tex lining and high ankle cuff do an excellent job of keeping ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Scarpa Trek GTX

£150.00

Definitely worth a look if your feet are narrow. A women’s specific last and a good lacing system makes it easy to get a good fit across the foot, although there’s no offset locking eyelet. They have gorgeous nubuck leather uppers which stayed looking good throughout the test. Not as much underfoot cushioning as some, and less midsole support which ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Meindl Burma Lady Pro MFS

£175.00

Plenty of padding makes these boots feel initially secure and comfortable, and because they incorporate Meindl’s Memory Foam System, should give you a better fit the more you wear them. Although fairly narrow, a good lacing system means you can get a decent fit. The ankle cuffs are high but soft, making them versatile enough for both high and mid-level ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Hanwag Tatra Lady GTX

£165.00

A great-looking boot in a very distinctive colour. Lots of padding means they’ll be comfortable from the box, and the lacing system makes it easy to get a really secure fit. They’re definitely worth trying if you’ve got narrow feet. The ankle cuff is high and very supportive and the stiff midsole provides excellent protection and shock absorption on tough ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Aku Lagorai GTX

£165.00

A classic-looking all-rounder that coped well with both boggy hillsides and more rocky trails. It has a reasonably stiff midsole, about perfect for this kind of boot, and an excellent outsole that felt aggressive enough on softer ground yet still performed confidently on rock. The Gore-Tex liner worked perfectly throughout. They did feel a little warm on milder days – ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Zamberlan Steep GT

£155.00

A very narrow boot, and it definitely needs careful trying on before buying, but it absolutely oozes quality. It’s a little less stiff than some, but still plenty supportive enough for rougher ground; and as you’d expect, the Gore-Tex liner kept water out no matter what. Overall, it’s a superb boot but the red nubuck upper is likely to appeal ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Trezeta Brix

£150.00

This is a tough little boot that looks good and offers a fair amount of versatility. The fit’s a little on the narrow side and it tends to need careful lacing to avoid the tongue digging in, which can be quite painful. The midsole is a good stiffness for an all-rounder, and the outsole has some pretty chunky lugs that ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Lundhags Ultra 35 2009

£155.00

The Lundhags Ultra 35 rucksack has comfy contoured shoulder straps; top zip pocket; inside zip pocket; central pole or ice axe loop; large elasticated pocket; slightly curved vented back. But heavy at 1447g; extortionate price; our tests found it to be a massive 11 litres oversize at 46 litres; 2 huge, bellows side pockets; hipbelt too tall and stiff for ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 1
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Asolo PowerMatic 200 2009

£150.00

The Asolo PowerMatic 200 weighs 1864g (pair, size 11); Gore-Tex waterproof lining; triple-density PU sole for cushioning; low ride height for close-to-the-ground feel; great sole stiffness for rocky ground; virtually stitch-free leather upper; solid toe box, lots of support. But outsole is not quite as aggressive as similar-priced options.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 5

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