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More Alpkit down gear available!

LFTO News Team, 01 February 2012 15:22

When Trail magazine reviewed the Alpkit Filo Down Jacket back in February 2011's issue, it came out very well indeed. Not only did it offer everything a down jacket should, but it did it at such an incredibly reasonable price that it was awarded the 'Best Value' accolade in a head to head test with other jackets (click HERE to ...

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More Alpkit down gear available!

LFTO News Team, 01 February 2012 15:22

2012 - a New Year and a Greener You

Nick Brown, 19 January 2012 16:43

The real motivation behind environmentalism is spiritual I wonder how many of us can remember the first really big hill we climbed, and looked down to see an expanse of greens and blues below us and above, and experienced wonder and passion. There is no doubt in my mind that, whatever our personal beliefs, feeling the beauty and power of ...

Ellis Brigham hits new heights

LFTO News Team, 07 October 2011 13:57

Interested in finding out how your body would cope at one of the highest points on earth? Pop along to the Deansgate, Manchester store of mountain sports retailer Ellis Brigham and you can find out. They are the first retailer in the UK to offer assessments using an ingenious POD (Pre-acclimatise on Demand) unit in a designated Altitude Centre within ...

Gear Video: Toasty trousers from PHD

LFTO Gear News Team, 12 February 2010 08:41

OK, so they may not make our Claire look like a princess, but don't let this put you off. They are the Minimus Down Trousers from PHD and they will keep you feeling very toasty indeed. Scroll down to see how they keep you so warm...

Gear Video: Ultra light socks from Bridgedale

LFTO Gear News Team, 05 February 2010 09:54

You'll never be heavy footed with these socks. They're the new Endurance Trail Ultra Light socks (£12.50) which will be hitting our shops in March 2010. Bridgedale has made them 45% lighter than the original Endurance Trekker socks. Scroll down to find out how Bridgedale has done this...

Gear Blog Video: How useful are squishy bowls?

Claire Maxted, 30 October 2009 11:09

Guyot Designs Squishy Bowls This super bendy silicone 141g cup and bowl set priced £15.50 squash into any space available and pop back into shape for meal times. To clean the 500ml bowl and 200ml cup, turn them inside out and give them a good clean. Trail gear tester Claire Maxted tries them out. Scroll down to take a look... ...

Gear Deals of the Week - Compare with Claire

LFTO Gear News Team, 21 October 2009 09:51

There's up to 80% off top products this week so take a look and see which offers are best for you. Gear tester Claire Maxted is also on hand telling us which offers most appeal to her. We've marked her favourite offers of the week with a symbol so keep an eye out for that. She's also written a few ...

Trail Gear Reviews - Super-Efficient Gas Stoves

Trail Gear Team, 20 October 2009 10:48

Fuel efficient camping stoves with a fast boil time are especially handy in a winter during the credit crunch to give you a quick brew using minimal gas. Trail tested the three most efficient stoves on the market, both in the lab and on the hill. But how do they compare with each other and which one is right for you? Scroll ...

Gear Blog Video: Lowe Alpine's retro fleece

Claire Maxted, 04 September 2009 08:00

Lowe Alpine have gone retro with a brand new remake of their first ever Polartec fleece. At one stage in the 1990s they were selling 10,000 of these in the Eskimo Brown colour alone and this season at £90 they are proving no less popular. Trail magazine gear tester Claire Maxted sees just how comfy it is. Scroll down to ...

Gear Deals of the Week!

LFTO Gear News Team, 22 April 2009 11:07

Up to 60% off top brands such as Craghoppers, Salomon, Inov8, Lowe Alpine, Karrimor and much more. Take a look and see what the best deals are this week from stores across the UK... Field and Trek Craghoppers Atol Tee £10 From £19.99 Offer while stocks last Vaude Taurus I Tent £110 From £169.99 Offer while stocks ...

Gear Blog Wed 22nd April

Anonymous, 08 April 2009 09:30

New Scarpa trail shoesScarpa has just launched a brand new range of cross trainers – the Alpine X (cross) range. It includes four light, supportive shoes designed for moving quickly and comfortably in a variety of different environments and on a range of terrains. Each has Scarpa’s new Trail Plate Technology and TPU insert Armour Cap to provides foot support ...

Gear Blog Thurs 19th March

Anonymous, 13 March 2009 15:30

Heard of Carn footwear?Well we should have because they launched their range of UK designed mountain footwear in 2007, but they seem to have been keeping mighty quiet. This month they have burst on to the outdoor scene with a whole range of trail running, approach and trekking shoes. TRAIL RUNNING - On & Off Road Running & WalkingCOBRAA sleek, ...

Gear Blog Mon 16th March

Anonymous, 13 March 2009 12:30

New Mammut shoesAlthough Mammut are claiming that the £80 Obelisk DLX shoes would be perfect for Spiderman, we reckon they’ll be pretty darn good for scrambling and easy climbing too – especially in summer when it always seems overkill to walk-in in a pair of boots, that then need carrying up the route. They’re basically an approach shoe with a ...

Gear Blog Fri 23rd Jan

Anonymous, 23 January 2009 17:07

Crux Halo latest test Trail’s lightweight guru Pete MacFarlane tested the new Crux Halo on a high camp last week where it did “okay” on it's first major test. Pete says, “It is similar too some of Rab’s new gear and the kit Mont Bell have been making for years. UpsidesIt’s useful as a cold weather midlayer/lightweight insulation, summer insulation ...

VIDEO: See Mountain Equipment's new fast 'n' light jacket

Anonymous, 19 July 2008 09:10

Another exclusive insight from Europe's biggest gear show. Get the lowdown on the latest fast 'n' light jacket from Mountain Equipment - always a brand worth attending to. Reporting from Friedrichshafen in Germany at the 2008 OutDoor show.

VIDEO: Exped demos new super-lux backpackers' mattress with built in pump

Anonymous, 18 July 2008 20:30

Exped's new mattress with built-in handpump: the luxury-loving backpacker's best friend. Reporting from Friedrichshafen in Germany at the 2008 OutDoor show.

VIDEO: meet Jetboil's hot new Helios cooking system

Anonymous, 18 July 2008 20:26

JetBoil have a new stove! See it first here! Demonstrated by JetBoil themselves... Reporting from Friedrichshafen in Germany at the 2008 OutDoor show.

Get the gear goss from Europe's biggest show + win our blags!

Anonymous, 15 July 2008 10:23

All the most exciting new gear, innovations and new brands for Europe are launched at the OutDoor show in Germany each year, and we've brought you all the most exciting news as fast as we can type it in special Gear Blog stories. If you want to be first in the know about the gear everyone will be talking about next ...

Climbers advised to check Tri-Cams for defect

LFTO Gear Team, 03 April 2008 16:00

The British Mountaineering Council has advised climbers with Tri-Cam climbing aids to check them carefully after a defect was found in one unit.The BMC conducted an investigation into a Tri-Cam, made by Italian firm Camp, after a climber reported that his had a loose pin. He had used the Tri-Cam three or four times but discovered the problem during a routine ...

New SOS survival bag wins award

LFTO News Team, 20 March 2008 11:31

A keen walker’s bright idea to create a survival bag with an integral SOS beacon will go into production after he won an international competition to design an innovative piece of outdoor gear.John Lucas’ Beacon Bag won the Alpkit International Innovation Award last weekend at the Ordnance Survey Outdoors Show. His design combines an insulated and waterproof survival bag with ...

Planet-saving socks hit the UK

LFTO Gear Team, 09 February 2008 09:30

Teko Socks, which went down a storm in the US market, are available to buy in the UK as of this month. North American firm Teko has been widely lauded for its use of planet-friendly processes and environmentally sustainable materials since its launch in 2004. The socks are made using organic and recycled fibres, washed in ozone instead of chlorine, ...

SPOT 'saves lives where mobiles can't'

LFTO Gear Team, 31 January 2008 16:07

Gear trade fair ISPO 08, which took place earlier this week, saw the launch of the world's first satellite messenger, SPOT.The idea is that SPOT gives you a vital line of communication with friends and family when you want it and emergency assistance when and where you need it. Users can check in with loved ones, allow others to track ...

Granger's wins prestigious green credentials

LFTO Gear Team, 30 January 2008 09:24

Clothing aftercare specialists Granger’s have joined an elite circle of suppliers by winning the Bluesign standard for their eco-friendly working practices.It's an independent quality standard which is only awarded to firms which show a commitment to sustainability in their daily operation.The aim of the Bluesign is to ensure greener working practices so that future generations benefit from an intact environment, without compromising on ...

Vegan boot to be unveiled at Slide

LFTO Gear Team, 25 January 2008 10:38

With only a few weeks to go until sports gear showcase Slide, bootmakers Aku have revealed a new idea which will get plenty of attention there.The brand has added a vegan boot to its Suiterra hiking range. Both the men’s and women’s Suiterra Injected and Suiterra Micro range have synthetic uppers and are bonded with glue which is free from ...