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Jack Wolfskin opens store in Birmingham

LFTO News Team, 22 November 2011 11:28

Jack Wolfskin, Europe’s market leader in outdoor clothing, footwear and equipment, will soon be opening its first new store in the West Midlands just in time for Christmas. The substantial 2400 sq ft site will open in Birmingham’s Bullring Shopping Centre on Thursday 8 December and is sure to become the number one destination for all outdoor enthusiasts in the Midlands ...

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Jack Wolfskin opens store in Birmingham

LFTO News Team, 22 November 2011 11:28

Head to Cotswolds and see their latest Silva Headlamps

LFTO News Team, 16 September 2011 13:09

Light up Autumn and Winter nights with Silva’s award winning and high-performing headlamps. Both are equipped with the new Silva Cocoon™ storage system, LED’s to provide short and long vision and the Ninox is fully waterproof to IPX7 standards. Silva Ninox™ rrp £44.99 A top of the range headlamp specifically designed to withstand the toughest of conditions, which received ...

Soft Shell Jackets - Reviewed by Trail Magazine

Anonymous, 14 September 2010 11:40

Here's our round-up of softshell jacket reviews as featured in Trail Magazine. The jackets reviewed are the latest offerings from manufacturers like Lowe Alpine, Haglofs and The North Face. To find out more about this type or garment, check out our What is a soft shell jacket? page. Soft Shell Reviews: Lowe Alpine Quantum 2010 Haglofs Viper II Hooded 2010 ...

New rucksacks reviewed on LFTO

Anonymous, 13 August 2010 11:27

In case you didn't catch them in the Gear Section, we've uploaded a whole bunch of new rucksack reviews, you can find a list of the newset ones below. If you're in the market for a new rucksack, be sure to check them out! As always, you can check out our reviews section on LFTO to guide your gear purchases, ...

Berghaus launches tents and sleeping bags!

Anonymous, 23 March 2010 14:10

Great news for backpackers this summer. Well-established outdoor brand Berghaus will break into the backpacking market this June with a range of five tents and three sleeping bags. These products are only being sold through Blacks, Millets and Berghaus’ two flagship stores. TentsThe tents range from 2-6 person and backpacking-wise, they start at £120 for the two-person dome tent, the ...

Gear Deals of the Week - Compare with Claire

LFTO Gear News Team, 03 February 2010 15:59

Scan your eyes across the best outdoor gear offers of the week. Stores from across Britain have revealed their most impressive deals so you don't have to scan endless websites to find them. And gear tester Claire Maxted is here to make our lives even easier by telling us which offers most stand out for her. We've marked these products with a . Field ...

Gear Deals of the Week - See What Simon Says

Simon Ingram, 27 January 2010 11:30

Some great deals this week with more than 50% off many products. Take a look through to see if any take your fancy - each product includes a link to where you can purchase it. And just in case you need a hand in choosing what's hot and what's not, Trail's deputy editor Simon Ingram tells us which products most caught ...

Latest LFTOer Gear Reviews

LFTO Gear Team, 26 January 2010 10:54

This is your chance to see what fellow LFTOers think of the products reviewed by Trail and Country Walking. You can piece together our reviews and the user reviews to decide whether these products are right for you. There are links from each product featured on this page to the full review with star rating, our review and reviews from ...

Gear Deals of the Week - See What Simon Says

LFTO Gear News Team, 20 January 2010 11:20

Check out the latest deals for outdoor gear from stores across the UK. This page ensures you don't have to trawl through hundreds of websites looking for top offers. These are the deals the stores themselves think are the best. This week Trail's deputy editor Simon Ingram has a look through the offers and tells us which most catch his ...

Trail Gear Reviews: Waterproof Jackets

LFTO Gear News Team, 19 January 2010 10:32

Trail magazine recently published its Waterproof Guide, with technical editor Graham Thompson testing a whopping 92 jackets. The jackets were split into different sections and we have here the BEST IN TEST and BEST VALUE for four of those cateogries: » General-purpose » Multi-activity » Lightweight » Children's Scroll down this page to see which jackets came top in each category... ...

Gear Video: Mammut Expert Climb Gloves

LFTO Gear News Team, 18 January 2010 12:01

These gloves come with their own lacing system to make sure they really.. ahem... fit like a glove. You can tighten the lace and loosen it to ensure the fit is perfect for your climb. Our gear tester Claire Maxted shows you how it works. Scroll down to take a look...

Gear Deals of the Week - Compare with Claire

LFTO Gear News Team, 06 January 2010 11:57

Our first Gear Deals page of the January Sales. Stores across the country are showing off the best of their post Christmas stock. Gear tester Claire Maxted tells you what she would spend her Christmas money on. We've marked the products which most stood out to her with a . Fitness Footwear Merrell Siren Sport £58.49 From £64.99 Offer ...

Gear Deals of the Week - Compare with Claire

LFTO Gear News Team, 23 December 2009 11:30

It's our final Gear Deals page before Christmas so all those on the look-out for last-minute gifts take a look now. Gear tester Claire Maxted is also at hand to help you choose. She's selected her favourite deals of the week. We've marked these products with a . The Mountain Factor Patagonia Rainshadow Jacket £50 From £100 Offer while stocks ...

Gear Deals of the Week - Compare With Claire

LFTO Gear News Team, 08 December 2009 16:50

Looking to get a friend some great outdoor gear for Christmas? Hoping you may tempt them to get you something special? Check out the top deals from outdoor stores across the country. They're all on this page with direct links to the original offer page. Our gear tester Claire Maxted is once again here to give us her verdict of which ...

Gear Deals of the Week - Compare with Claire

LFTO Gear News Team, 02 December 2009 09:44

Don't spend hours searching through the web for the best deals. We have the top offers right here from stores across the UK. And we have Trail magazine gear tester Claire Maxted to give us her verdict of which offers most caught her eye. We've marked these products with a . Check out her written verdict at the bottom of the page. Towsure ...

Country Walking Gear Reviews - Soft Shell Jackets

Country Walking Gear Team, 01 December 2009 14:53

Wind and water-resistant soft shell jackets bid to replace your fleece and waterproof jackets on the majority of your walks. But which can you rely on? Country Walking's gear team put men's and women's soft shells through the paces to determine which are the best in store. Scroll down to see the Best In Test and the Highly Recommended jackets ...

GEAR VIDEO: Why spend £250 on a pair of sunglasses?

LFTO Gear News Team, 27 November 2009 10:15

This pricey pair of shades does more than improve your 'street-cred' on the hill. The Adidas Terrex Pro sunglasses come with a range of features making them just as suitable on alpine summits as they are on summer riverside walks. Trail gear tester Claire Maxted explains more in this video. Scroll down to take a look... Take a look ...

Gear Deals of the week - What's GT's verdict?

LFTO Gear News Team, 25 November 2009 11:45

We have some unbelievable bargains this week. Technical editor Graham Thompson has browsed through the offers and told us which most caught his eye. We've marked these with a and you can read GT's verdict at the bottom of the page. Field and Trek Karrimor Summit jacket £60 From £179.99 Offer while stocks last Karrimor Picos Jacket Ladies ...

Country Walking Gear Reviews - The BEST Leather Boots

Country Walking Gear Team, 24 November 2009 15:33

We put 16 pairs of men's and women's leather boots through the hard yards to establish which give the best performance and which provide the best comfort and fit. In the table below we feature the very best of those we tested, including the Best In Test and the Highly Commended for both men and women. Scroll down to take ...

GEAR VIDEO: Make your own Espresso on the hill

Claire Maxted, 13 November 2009 10:42

There are no Starbucks or Costa Coffees in the British hills. So what can you do if you need an Espresso to kick start your expedition or to wake you up after night's wild camping in a gale? The Handpresso Domepod (£85) may be the answer. This little device looks a bit like a bicycle pump but within two minutes could give ...

LFTOer Gear Reviews - Trousers, jackets, rucksacks and stoves

LFTOers, 10 November 2009 11:33

Each week you give us your opinions on products we've tested in Trail and Country Walking. Your reviews are invaluable for gaining a more rounded opinion of products currently on the shelves and can really help people choose the right gear. Here are some of the most recent reviews uploaded to LFTO. Scroll down to take a look... Berghaus ...

Trail Gear Reviews - The Ten Top Base Layers

Simon Ingram, 03 November 2009 11:05

Trail's deputy editor Simon Ingram tested 24 base layers, putting them through their paces on walks and scrambles in the Lake District and North Wales. With wide experience and a keen eye for detail you won't find a more authoritative review. Here we list the top 10 as chosen by Simon. Look out also for the overall Best In Test ...

Gear Deals of the Week - Compare with Claire

LFTO Gear News Team, 28 October 2009 10:00

Big offers from the big names in outdoor gear manufacturing. Take a look through this sizzling list of offers and see which deals most appeal to you. Gear tester Claire Maxted is once again on hand to help you make up your mind. She's selected several deals that most stand out to her. We've marked these with a Fitness Footwear North ...

Trail Gear Reviews - The Watch Test

Matt Swaine, 27 October 2009 12:01

Matt tested a range of analogue and digital mountain watches for the September issue of Trail. They have been rated on their suitability for use in the hills, comfort, durability and functionality as navigational aids for mountain walkers. Scroll down for the reviews of the best analogue and digital watches Matt tested... Subscribe to Trail Magazine and get FREE mapping software ...

Britain's first Helly Hansen store has just opened - Find out where...

LFTO Gear News Team, 26 October 2009 12:14

Norwegian firm Helly Hansen has its full range on show for the first time in the UK. A 250m² store has just opened in the Arndale Centre in Manchester city centre and features the company's technical and lifestyle range. The store will also feature a live weather station where customers about to embark on an adventure can see the temperature and conditions at their destination ...