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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

Mountain Heroes - Portraits of Adventure

Anonymous, 23 January 2012 17:27

In February's issue if Trail we told you about Huw Lewis-Jones' book Mountain Heroes - Portraits of Adventure, a collection of some of the best mountain photography the Trail office has seen. The book costs £30 which, in our opinion, is a bargain considering the vast number of incredible images contained within its pages. For a sample of the kinds of ...

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 ...

Money for old boots with Mammut

LFTO News Team, 15 December 2011 12:23

We’ve all heard the saying ‘money for old rope’ but have you heard the one about ‘money for old boots’? If not, read on… Digging out a pair of battered boots might not seem to be the best way to kick off your winter season but for a limited period Mammut are offering 20% off the price of any new ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Little Terra develops online guide to child back carriers

LFTO News Team, 11 August 2011 15:40

Child back carriers are enjoying a surge in popularity, as parents enjoy the freedom and convenience of taking their youngster about the town or country without the limitations of a pushchair to contend with. However, choosing the right type of carrier can be a challenge, with so much choice and variety in the marketplace. Now Little Terra has produced a ...