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OUTDOORS MAGIC
Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains.VENTILATED PACKS
The main brands are getting better and better at ventilated packs and minising the downsides by reducing air gaps, increasing air contact with the back and improving load transfer generally. All the systems we’ve looked at work far better than earlier versions. Our advice would be to try with a loaded pack before buying. HANWAG MAKRA COMBI GTX Hanwag have been designing quality hiking boots since 1921. Photo: Chris Johnson. When it comes to build quality, rest assured that Hanwag know what they’re doing. Photo: Chris Johnson. The Makra Combi GTX features a heel welt for semi-automatic crampons. Photo: Chris Johnson. The aggressive Vibram sole with tread is optimised forclimbing.
BEST WALKS IN THE PEAK DISTRICT The Peak District sits between Sheffield and Manchester and is loved by many for its rolling peaks, gritstone crags, open moorland and abundance of hiking trails. Though walking in the park doesn’t require scaling any tall peaks or mountains, the highest being Kinder Scout at a modest 636m, the Peak is incredibly popular with hillwalkers who come here for the diversity of terrain; from the BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire: The Top 10. The routes below are all mapped out on komoot ready to be followed on the komoot app. If you’re new to komoot, for a free regional bundle (worth £8.99) simply follow this link to komoot.com and create your free account today. Mynydd Carningli. StMONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
BERGHAUS ATHUNDER JACKET Why We Chose the Berghaus Athunder Jacket: Stylish, protective, eco-friendly. Price: £250. Weight: 563g (L) More info: berghaus.com. There’s nothing like donning your favourite hardshell when the heavens open. Having a really good waterproof jacket stashed in your pack gives you the confidence to shrug off the worst weather –making you
SPRAYWAY ZEUS GORE-TEX JACKET Sprayway Zeus Jacket – the Tech. Here’s the thing, not all Gore-Tex fabric is the same. While jackets like sister brand Mountain Equipment’s Janak use swanky, tougher, lighter and more breathable Gore-Tex Pro, the Zeus has to make do with common or garden ‘Gore-Tex’.. That’s not the end of the world, it’s still carefully produced waterproof (guaranteed) and breathable fabric. ANATOM Q3 BRAERIACH BOOT Anatom Q3 Braeriach Boot | Verdict. The Scottish brand’s take on a traditional leather mountain walking boot is a reassuringly solid balance between underfoot support – just enough of it, but not too much – and all round comfort.OUTDOORS MAGIC
Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains.VENTILATED PACKS
The main brands are getting better and better at ventilated packs and minising the downsides by reducing air gaps, increasing air contact with the back and improving load transfer generally. All the systems we’ve looked at work far better than earlier versions. Our advice would be to try with a loaded pack before buying. HANWAG MAKRA COMBI GTX Hanwag have been designing quality hiking boots since 1921. Photo: Chris Johnson. When it comes to build quality, rest assured that Hanwag know what they’re doing. Photo: Chris Johnson. The Makra Combi GTX features a heel welt for semi-automatic crampons. Photo: Chris Johnson. The aggressive Vibram sole with tread is optimised forclimbing.
BEST WALKS IN THE PEAK DISTRICT The Peak District sits between Sheffield and Manchester and is loved by many for its rolling peaks, gritstone crags, open moorland and abundance of hiking trails. Though walking in the park doesn’t require scaling any tall peaks or mountains, the highest being Kinder Scout at a modest 636m, the Peak is incredibly popular with hillwalkers who come here for the diversity of terrain; from the BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire: The Top 10. The routes below are all mapped out on komoot ready to be followed on the komoot app. If you’re new to komoot, for a free regional bundle (worth £8.99) simply follow this link to komoot.com and create your free account today. Mynydd Carningli. StMONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
BERGHAUS ATHUNDER JACKET Why We Chose the Berghaus Athunder Jacket: Stylish, protective, eco-friendly. Price: £250. Weight: 563g (L) More info: berghaus.com. There’s nothing like donning your favourite hardshell when the heavens open. Having a really good waterproof jacket stashed in your pack gives you the confidence to shrug off the worst weather –making you
SPRAYWAY ZEUS GORE-TEX JACKET Sprayway Zeus Jacket – the Tech. Here’s the thing, not all Gore-Tex fabric is the same. While jackets like sister brand Mountain Equipment’s Janak use swanky, tougher, lighter and more breathable Gore-Tex Pro, the Zeus has to make do with common or garden ‘Gore-Tex’.. That’s not the end of the world, it’s still carefully produced waterproof (guaranteed) and breathable fabric. ANATOM Q3 BRAERIACH BOOT Anatom Q3 Braeriach Boot | Verdict. The Scottish brand’s take on a traditional leather mountain walking boot is a reassuringly solid balance between underfoot support – just enough of it, but not too much – and all round comfort.BEST CAMPING CHAIRS
For campsite holidays, beach trips or even wild camping adventures alike, a camping chair is the item you always thank yourself for bringing. Easily forgotten, but rarely regretted; a fter a long day of outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking or mountain biking, a seat to sink into and rest your weary limbs can feel like a luxury. This is certainly true when the only other option might be WILD CAMPING IN THE LAKE DISTRICT Wild Camping In The Borrowdale Valley. The Borrowdale Valley, which extends south from the shores of Derwentwater, is one of the Lake District’s best-loved valleys. Alfred Wainwright waxed lyrical about the loveliness of Borrowdale – and this scenic beauty makes it a superb choice for a wild camp. Again, avoiding the busy valley bottomis
BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains. WILD CAMPING IN THE BRECON BEACONS Before we get going with our advice on where to wild camp in the Brecon Beacons it’s important to address the fact that, apart from in Scotland and Dartmoor, wild camping in the UK isn’t actually legal. Ideally, you should get permission from the landowner before wild camping in somewhere like the Brecon Beacons. NORDISK TELEMARK 2.2 LW TENT Why We Chose The Nordisk Telemark 2.2 LW: Very light and packable, excellent materials, an improved design Those familiar with Nordisk’s popular Telemark 2 LW tent model will know that despite the 2 in its name, it’s not really been that much of a realistic option for comfortable two-person camping.. It should therefore be good news to many that Nordisk have now released a new adaptedARTICLES ARCHIVE
Outdoor Features Walking the Snowdonia Way | North To South Through The Mountains Of North Wales. Alex Kendall details the stunning new 97-mile walking route he created through Snowdonia National Park, theSnowdonia Way
HANWAG BANKS GTX WALKING BOOT Hanwag Banks GTX Walking Boot | Review. A trekking-focussed boot to accommodate all types of feet. Find out how we got on with it. Hanwag’s popular Banks boot, originally released 16 years ago, has had a 2020 update. With new materials and a slightly modernised design and fit, this new one’s stable, durable and built for long distancecomfort.
THE NORTH FACE ECO TRAIL -7 SYNTHETIC SLEEPING BAG Price: £125. Weight: 1.75kg. This might not be the lightest sleeping bag around but don’t let that put you off it as there’s plenty to admire here, particularly from an eco perspective. It also comes at the very decent price of just £125 – not bad at all for a sleeping bag with a -7 temperature rating. BLACK DIAMOND HIGHLINE SHELL Black Diamond’s proprietary BD.Dry waterproof fabric is featured here. It’s a three-layer design with a nice bit of stretch to it and an overall lightweight feel. The hydrostatic head (waterproof rating) is a fairly decent 20,000mm while the moisture vapour transition rate (breathability) measures 20,000g/m2/24hours. HANWAG TATRA GTX BOOT WEIGHT: 1660g (pair 43) MATERIAL: Waxes nubuck leather. LINING: Gore-Tex. USE FOR: Hill and mountain walking. hanwag.com. Outdoors Magic: Solid feel and build quality, great medium last, rolling gait, Vibram sole, reasonable weight, lots of ankle protection and support, different versions available. Outdoors Tragic: A little heavy andstiffness
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Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains.VENTILATED PACKS
The main brands are getting better and better at ventilated packs and minising the downsides by reducing air gaps, increasing air contact with the back and improving load transfer generally. All the systems we’ve looked at work far better than earlier versions. Our advice would be to try with a loaded pack before buying. HANWAG MAKRA COMBI GTX Hanwag have been designing quality hiking boots since 1921. Photo: Chris Johnson. When it comes to build quality, rest assured that Hanwag know what they’re doing. Photo: Chris Johnson. The Makra Combi GTX features a heel welt for semi-automatic crampons. Photo: Chris Johnson. The aggressive Vibram sole with tread is optimised forclimbing.
BEST WALKS IN THE PEAK DISTRICT The Peak District sits between Sheffield and Manchester and is loved by many for its rolling peaks, gritstone crags, open moorland and abundance of hiking trails. Though walking in the park doesn’t require scaling any tall peaks or mountains, the highest being Kinder Scout at a modest 636m, the Peak is incredibly popular with hillwalkers who come here for the diversity of terrain; from the BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire: The Top 10. The routes below are all mapped out on komoot ready to be followed on the komoot app. If you’re new to komoot, for a free regional bundle (worth £8.99) simply follow this link to komoot.com and create your free account today. Mynydd Carningli. StMONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
BERGHAUS ATHUNDER JACKET Why We Chose the Berghaus Athunder Jacket: Stylish, protective, eco-friendly. Price: £250. Weight: 563g (L) More info: berghaus.com. There’s nothing like donning your favourite hardshell when the heavens open. Having a really good waterproof jacket stashed in your pack gives you the confidence to shrug off the worst weather –making you
SPRAYWAY ZEUS GORE-TEX JACKET Sprayway Zeus Jacket – the Tech. Here’s the thing, not all Gore-Tex fabric is the same. While jackets like sister brand Mountain Equipment’s Janak use swanky, tougher, lighter and more breathable Gore-Tex Pro, the Zeus has to make do with common or garden ‘Gore-Tex’.. That’s not the end of the world, it’s still carefully produced waterproof (guaranteed) and breathable fabric. ANATOM Q3 BRAERIACH BOOT Anatom Q3 Braeriach Boot | Verdict. The Scottish brand’s take on a traditional leather mountain walking boot is a reassuringly solid balance between underfoot support – just enough of it, but not too much – and all round comfort.OUTDOORS MAGIC
Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains.VENTILATED PACKS
The main brands are getting better and better at ventilated packs and minising the downsides by reducing air gaps, increasing air contact with the back and improving load transfer generally. All the systems we’ve looked at work far better than earlier versions. Our advice would be to try with a loaded pack before buying. HANWAG MAKRA COMBI GTX Hanwag have been designing quality hiking boots since 1921. Photo: Chris Johnson. When it comes to build quality, rest assured that Hanwag know what they’re doing. Photo: Chris Johnson. The Makra Combi GTX features a heel welt for semi-automatic crampons. Photo: Chris Johnson. The aggressive Vibram sole with tread is optimised forclimbing.
BEST WALKS IN THE PEAK DISTRICT The Peak District sits between Sheffield and Manchester and is loved by many for its rolling peaks, gritstone crags, open moorland and abundance of hiking trails. Though walking in the park doesn’t require scaling any tall peaks or mountains, the highest being Kinder Scout at a modest 636m, the Peak is incredibly popular with hillwalkers who come here for the diversity of terrain; from the BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire: The Top 10. The routes below are all mapped out on komoot ready to be followed on the komoot app. If you’re new to komoot, for a free regional bundle (worth £8.99) simply follow this link to komoot.com and create your free account today. Mynydd Carningli. StMONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
BERGHAUS ATHUNDER JACKET Why We Chose the Berghaus Athunder Jacket: Stylish, protective, eco-friendly. Price: £250. Weight: 563g (L) More info: berghaus.com. There’s nothing like donning your favourite hardshell when the heavens open. Having a really good waterproof jacket stashed in your pack gives you the confidence to shrug off the worst weather –making you
SPRAYWAY ZEUS GORE-TEX JACKET Sprayway Zeus Jacket – the Tech. Here’s the thing, not all Gore-Tex fabric is the same. While jackets like sister brand Mountain Equipment’s Janak use swanky, tougher, lighter and more breathable Gore-Tex Pro, the Zeus has to make do with common or garden ‘Gore-Tex’.. That’s not the end of the world, it’s still carefully produced waterproof (guaranteed) and breathable fabric. ANATOM Q3 BRAERIACH BOOT Anatom Q3 Braeriach Boot | Verdict. The Scottish brand’s take on a traditional leather mountain walking boot is a reassuringly solid balance between underfoot support – just enough of it, but not too much – and all round comfort.BEST CAMPING CHAIRS
For campsite holidays, beach trips or even wild camping adventures alike, a camping chair is the item you always thank yourself for bringing. Easily forgotten, but rarely regretted; a fter a long day of outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking or mountain biking, a seat to sink into and rest your weary limbs can feel like a luxury. This is certainly true when the only other option might be WILD CAMPING IN THE LAKE DISTRICT Wild Camping In The Borrowdale Valley. The Borrowdale Valley, which extends south from the shores of Derwentwater, is one of the Lake District’s best-loved valleys. Alfred Wainwright waxed lyrical about the loveliness of Borrowdale – and this scenic beauty makes it a superb choice for a wild camp. Again, avoiding the busy valley bottomis
BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains. WILD CAMPING IN THE BRECON BEACONS Before we get going with our advice on where to wild camp in the Brecon Beacons it’s important to address the fact that, apart from in Scotland and Dartmoor, wild camping in the UK isn’t actually legal. Ideally, you should get permission from the landowner before wild camping in somewhere like the Brecon Beacons. NORDISK TELEMARK 2.2 LW TENT Why We Chose The Nordisk Telemark 2.2 LW: Very light and packable, excellent materials, an improved design Those familiar with Nordisk’s popular Telemark 2 LW tent model will know that despite the 2 in its name, it’s not really been that much of a realistic option for comfortable two-person camping.. It should therefore be good news to many that Nordisk have now released a new adaptedARTICLES ARCHIVE
Outdoor Features Walking the Snowdonia Way | North To South Through The Mountains Of North Wales. Alex Kendall details the stunning new 97-mile walking route he created through Snowdonia National Park, theSnowdonia Way
HANWAG BANKS GTX WALKING BOOT Hanwag Banks GTX Walking Boot | Review. A trekking-focussed boot to accommodate all types of feet. Find out how we got on with it. Hanwag’s popular Banks boot, originally released 16 years ago, has had a 2020 update. With new materials and a slightly modernised design and fit, this new one’s stable, durable and built for long distancecomfort.
THE NORTH FACE ECO TRAIL -7 SYNTHETIC SLEEPING BAG Price: £125. Weight: 1.75kg. This might not be the lightest sleeping bag around but don’t let that put you off it as there’s plenty to admire here, particularly from an eco perspective. It also comes at the very decent price of just £125 – not bad at all for a sleeping bag with a -7 temperature rating. BLACK DIAMOND HIGHLINE SHELL Black Diamond’s proprietary BD.Dry waterproof fabric is featured here. It’s a three-layer design with a nice bit of stretch to it and an overall lightweight feel. The hydrostatic head (waterproof rating) is a fairly decent 20,000mm while the moisture vapour transition rate (breathability) measures 20,000g/m2/24hours. HANWAG TATRA GTX BOOT WEIGHT: 1660g (pair 43) MATERIAL: Waxes nubuck leather. LINING: Gore-Tex. USE FOR: Hill and mountain walking. hanwag.com. Outdoors Magic: Solid feel and build quality, great medium last, rolling gait, Vibram sole, reasonable weight, lots of ankle protection and support, different versions available. Outdoors Tragic: A little heavy andstiffness
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Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com 10 OF THE BEST ADVENTURE MOVIES ON NETFLIX 2021 We’ve put together our pick of the best adventure movies on Netflix for 2021 as, let’s face it, we’ve all found ourselves with extra time stuck on the sofa these days. We’re hoping these outdoorsy films and documentaries, ranging from life-affirming epics to documentaries charting human endurance, will inspire you out ofhibernation.
BEST BACKPACKING SLEEPING MATS 2021 Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe. Price: £155 Weight: 650g Best for: 3-season camping and backpacking Key attributes: Comfortable, clever valve design, surprisingly light Therm-a-Rest has a following for its sleeping mats that would make any other company envious. The NeoAir Topo Luxe should suit a specific type of backpacker; one who doesn’t want a heavy weight to carry but then also likes a BEST WETSUITS FOR OPEN WATER SWIMMING 2021 One of the best things about swimming, perhaps more so than any other sport, is that you really don’t need much kit at all. For casual open water swimming, a swimming costume or a pair of shorts are the only real essentials (some people would even suggest they’re optional), plus goggles and a hat if you’re planning on putting your face under for any length of time. BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire: The Top 10. The routes below are all mapped out on komoot ready to be followed on the komoot app. If you’re new to komoot, for a free regional bundle (worth £8.99) simply follow this link to komoot.com and create your free account today. Mynydd Carningli. St BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains. BEST LIGHTWEIGHT WATERPROOF JACKETS OF 2021 Used here in the R7, the result is a jacket that weighs just 118g. The secret is that in ShakeDry, the membrane is switched to the outside of the jacket and the shell fabric, which you normally find on waterproof jackets, is removed altogether, therefore meaning there’s nothing to become saturated.Water will simply bead and run straight off, and the jacket will shake dry. SIERRA DESIGNS METEOR 3000 TENT Why We Chose It: Good value and sustainably made Price: £290 Weight: 2126 For Spring 2020, Sierra Designs launched this new version of their hugely popular Meteor two-person tent, one with a bunch of new tweaks that have all been made in the name of sustainability.I’ve been out in the Preseli Hills of Pembrokeshire with it recently and I’ve been really impressed. KEEN RIDGE FLEX HIKING BOOTS Keen Ridge Flex. PRICE: £155. WEIGHT: 595g (per boot) SIZES: 6.5 – 14 (men’s) 3.5 – 8.5 (women’s) It combines a mix of leather, synthetic mesh and foam padding around the ankle. Underneath all that, there’s Keen’s proprietary waterproof membrane (Keen.Dry) and there’s a quick-dry lining on the inside to help wick away anymoisture.
WILD CAMPING IN THE BRECON BEACONS Before we get going with our advice on where to wild camp in the Brecon Beacons it’s important to address the fact that, apart from in Scotland and Dartmoor, wild camping in the UK isn’t actually legal. Ideally, you should get permission from the landowner before wild camping in somewhere like the Brecon Beacons.OUTDOORS MAGIC
Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com 10 OF THE BEST ADVENTURE MOVIES ON NETFLIX 2021 We’ve put together our pick of the best adventure movies on Netflix for 2021 as, let’s face it, we’ve all found ourselves with extra time stuck on the sofa these days. We’re hoping these outdoorsy films and documentaries, ranging from life-affirming epics to documentaries charting human endurance, will inspire you out ofhibernation.
BEST BACKPACKING SLEEPING MATS 2021 Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe. Price: £155 Weight: 650g Best for: 3-season camping and backpacking Key attributes: Comfortable, clever valve design, surprisingly light Therm-a-Rest has a following for its sleeping mats that would make any other company envious. The NeoAir Topo Luxe should suit a specific type of backpacker; one who doesn’t want a heavy weight to carry but then also likes a BEST WETSUITS FOR OPEN WATER SWIMMING 2021 One of the best things about swimming, perhaps more so than any other sport, is that you really don’t need much kit at all. For casual open water swimming, a swimming costume or a pair of shorts are the only real essentials (some people would even suggest they’re optional), plus goggles and a hat if you’re planning on putting your face under for any length of time. BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire: The Top 10. The routes below are all mapped out on komoot ready to be followed on the komoot app. If you’re new to komoot, for a free regional bundle (worth £8.99) simply follow this link to komoot.com and create your free account today. Mynydd Carningli. St BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains. BEST LIGHTWEIGHT WATERPROOF JACKETS OF 2021 Used here in the R7, the result is a jacket that weighs just 118g. The secret is that in ShakeDry, the membrane is switched to the outside of the jacket and the shell fabric, which you normally find on waterproof jackets, is removed altogether, therefore meaning there’s nothing to become saturated.Water will simply bead and run straight off, and the jacket will shake dry. SIERRA DESIGNS METEOR 3000 TENT Why We Chose It: Good value and sustainably made Price: £290 Weight: 2126 For Spring 2020, Sierra Designs launched this new version of their hugely popular Meteor two-person tent, one with a bunch of new tweaks that have all been made in the name of sustainability.I’ve been out in the Preseli Hills of Pembrokeshire with it recently and I’ve been really impressed. KEEN RIDGE FLEX HIKING BOOTS Keen Ridge Flex. PRICE: £155. WEIGHT: 595g (per boot) SIZES: 6.5 – 14 (men’s) 3.5 – 8.5 (women’s) It combines a mix of leather, synthetic mesh and foam padding around the ankle. Underneath all that, there’s Keen’s proprietary waterproof membrane (Keen.Dry) and there’s a quick-dry lining on the inside to help wick away anymoisture.
WILD CAMPING IN THE BRECON BEACONS Before we get going with our advice on where to wild camp in the Brecon Beacons it’s important to address the fact that, apart from in Scotland and Dartmoor, wild camping in the UK isn’t actually legal. Ideally, you should get permission from the landowner before wild camping in somewhere like the Brecon Beacons.BEST CAMPING CHAIRS
For campsite holidays, beach trips or even wild camping adventures alike, a camping chair is the item you always thank yourself for bringing. Easily forgotten, but rarely regretted; a fter a long day of outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking or mountain biking, a seat to sink into and rest your weary limbs can feel like a luxury. This is certainly true when the only other option might be BEST BIVVY BAGS 2021 At 596g, the Interstellar is pretty heavy, while at £315 it is very expensive. But it doesn’t really matter. This is a very, very cool bivvy, with a raft-full of features and the ability to wear it. Buy this bivvy bag and you’ll be the envy of the wild camping scene. BEST PORTABLE POWER PACKS FOR CAMPING 2021 WakaWaka Power+ With Solar Panel And Link. Price: Power+ £49.99, Solar panel and link £79.99. Weight: Power+ 165g, Solar panel and link 751g. Capacity: Power+ 3,000mAh, Solar panel and link max 10W output. Dimensions (L x W x D): Power+ 125 x 83 x 21mm, Solar panel (folded) 170 x 170 x 28mm. BEST WETSUITS FOR OPEN WATER SWIMMING 2021 One of the best things about swimming, perhaps more so than any other sport, is that you really don’t need much kit at all. For casual open water swimming, a swimming costume or a pair of shorts are the only real essentials (some people would even suggest they’re optional), plus goggles and a hat if you’re planning on putting your face under for any length of time. BEST WALKS IN THE PEAK DISTRICT The Peak District sits between Sheffield and Manchester and is loved by many for its rolling peaks, gritstone crags, open moorland and abundance of hiking trails. Though walking in the park doesn’t require scaling any tall peaks or mountains, the highest being Kinder Scout at a modest 636m, the Peak is incredibly popular with hillwalkers who come here for the diversity of terrain; from theMSR HABITUDE 6 TENT
This take on a family camper, however, called the MSR Habitude 6, should give much better peace of mind. It’s designed with the know-how of MSR’s backpacking tent experts and uses the same kinds of high-spec materials you’d find on high-spec, high performance options for the trail. It even just looks like a giant backpackingtent.
SAMAYA ASSAUT2 ULTRA, A FEATHERLIGHT FOUR-SEASON TEN... On Samaya’s website there’s a load of bamboozling, scientific-sounding jargon about how incredible Dyneema is a tent fabric: “mono-filaments of UHMWPE fibre and two layers of Mylar” and “water absorption in 24 hours for HMWPE is less than 0.01% – ASTM D570” are just two of the sentences that had us Googling definitions frantically and scratching our heads.ARTICLES ARCHIVE
Outdoor Features Walking the Snowdonia Way | North To South Through The Mountains Of North Wales. Alex Kendall details the stunning new 97-mile walking route he created through Snowdonia National Park, theSnowdonia Way
PÁRAMO ALTA III JACKET Selected For The Green Gear Guide 2019/20. Why We Chose The Páramo Alta III: Warm, comfortable, eco-friendly. Price: £300. Weight: 805g. More info: pramo-clothing.com. As a brand, Páramo are renowned in the outdoor industry for their environmentally-friendly approach to kit. Unlike many other brands, their unique Nikwax Analogy waterproofing FJÄLLRÄVEN KEB TROUSERS Fjällräven Keb Trousers – Performance. Outdoor trousers, the final frontier strangely, despite jackets becoming increasingly well cut, legwear seems stuck in a weird unchanging eddy somewhere between high-waisted ‘dad pants’ on the one side and leg-hugging minimalism on the other.OUTDOORS MAGIC
Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com BEST WETSUITS FOR OPEN WATER SWIMMING 2021 One of the best things about swimming, perhaps more so than any other sport, is that you really don’t need much kit at all. For casual open water swimming, a swimming costume or a pair of shorts are the only real essentials (some people would even suggest they’re optional), plus goggles and a hat if you’re planning on putting your face under for any length of time. BEST BACKPACKING SLEEPING MATS 2021 Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe. Price: £155 Weight: 650g Best for: 3-season camping and backpacking Key attributes: Comfortable, clever valve design, surprisingly light Therm-a-Rest has a following for its sleeping mats that would make any other company envious. The NeoAir Topo Luxe should suit a specific type of backpacker; one who doesn’t want a heavy weight to carry but then also likes a 10 OF THE BEST ADVENTURE MOVIES ON NETFLIX 2021 We’ve put together our pick of the best adventure movies on Netflix for 2021 as, let’s face it, we’ve all found ourselves with extra time stuck on the sofa these days. We’re hoping these outdoorsy films and documentaries, ranging from life-affirming epics to documentaries charting human endurance, will inspire you out ofhibernation.
BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains. BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire: The Top 10. The routes below are all mapped out on komoot ready to be followed on the komoot app. If you’re new to komoot, for a free regional bundle (worth £8.99) simply follow this link to komoot.com and create your free account today. Mynydd Carningli. St BEST LIGHTWEIGHT WATERPROOF JACKETS OF 2021 Used here in the R7, the result is a jacket that weighs just 118g. The secret is that in ShakeDry, the membrane is switched to the outside of the jacket and the shell fabric, which you normally find on waterproof jackets, is removed altogether, therefore meaning there’s nothing to become saturated.Water will simply bead and run straight off, and the jacket will shake dry. HANWAG TATRA GTX BOOT WEIGHT: 1660g (pair 43) MATERIAL: Waxes nubuck leather. LINING: Gore-Tex. USE FOR: Hill and mountain walking. hanwag.com. Outdoors Magic: Solid feel and build quality, great medium last, rolling gait, Vibram sole, reasonable weight, lots of ankle protection and support, different versions available. Outdoors Tragic: A little heavy andstiffness
KEEN VENTURE MID WALKING BOOT Why We Chose The KEEN Venture Mid: A comfortable, stabilising, boot with excellent grip. When it comes to making outdoor footwear, Keen really do know what’s what. The Venture Mid is no exception. With its KEEN.Dry waterproof and breathable membrane the first thing we should say about this walking boot is that it’s primed and ready to tackle whatever Mother Nature throws at you. HAGLÖFS L.I.M JACKET Why We Chose The Haglöfs L.I.M Jacket: Lightweight, versatile, simple build L.I.M, in case you weren’t aware, stands for less is more and that name does describe this waterproof jacket quite well. It’s simple – kind of no frills you could say (at least at first glance), but then it’ll deliver everything you want when you need to whip it out of your bag when the rain starts pouring down.OUTDOORS MAGIC
Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com BEST WETSUITS FOR OPEN WATER SWIMMING 2021 One of the best things about swimming, perhaps more so than any other sport, is that you really don’t need much kit at all. For casual open water swimming, a swimming costume or a pair of shorts are the only real essentials (some people would even suggest they’re optional), plus goggles and a hat if you’re planning on putting your face under for any length of time. BEST BACKPACKING SLEEPING MATS 2021 Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe. Price: £155 Weight: 650g Best for: 3-season camping and backpacking Key attributes: Comfortable, clever valve design, surprisingly light Therm-a-Rest has a following for its sleeping mats that would make any other company envious. The NeoAir Topo Luxe should suit a specific type of backpacker; one who doesn’t want a heavy weight to carry but then also likes a 10 OF THE BEST ADVENTURE MOVIES ON NETFLIX 2021 We’ve put together our pick of the best adventure movies on Netflix for 2021 as, let’s face it, we’ve all found ourselves with extra time stuck on the sofa these days. We’re hoping these outdoorsy films and documentaries, ranging from life-affirming epics to documentaries charting human endurance, will inspire you out ofhibernation.
BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains. BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire: The Top 10. The routes below are all mapped out on komoot ready to be followed on the komoot app. If you’re new to komoot, for a free regional bundle (worth £8.99) simply follow this link to komoot.com and create your free account today. Mynydd Carningli. St BEST LIGHTWEIGHT WATERPROOF JACKETS OF 2021 Used here in the R7, the result is a jacket that weighs just 118g. The secret is that in ShakeDry, the membrane is switched to the outside of the jacket and the shell fabric, which you normally find on waterproof jackets, is removed altogether, therefore meaning there’s nothing to become saturated.Water will simply bead and run straight off, and the jacket will shake dry. HANWAG TATRA GTX BOOT WEIGHT: 1660g (pair 43) MATERIAL: Waxes nubuck leather. LINING: Gore-Tex. USE FOR: Hill and mountain walking. hanwag.com. Outdoors Magic: Solid feel and build quality, great medium last, rolling gait, Vibram sole, reasonable weight, lots of ankle protection and support, different versions available. Outdoors Tragic: A little heavy andstiffness
KEEN VENTURE MID WALKING BOOT Why We Chose The KEEN Venture Mid: A comfortable, stabilising, boot with excellent grip. When it comes to making outdoor footwear, Keen really do know what’s what. The Venture Mid is no exception. With its KEEN.Dry waterproof and breathable membrane the first thing we should say about this walking boot is that it’s primed and ready to tackle whatever Mother Nature throws at you. HAGLÖFS L.I.M JACKET Why We Chose The Haglöfs L.I.M Jacket: Lightweight, versatile, simple build L.I.M, in case you weren’t aware, stands for less is more and that name does describe this waterproof jacket quite well. It’s simple – kind of no frills you could say (at least at first glance), but then it’ll deliver everything you want when you need to whip it out of your bag when the rain starts pouring down.BEST CAMPING CHAIRS
For campsite holidays, beach trips or even wild camping adventures alike, a camping chair is the item you always thank yourself for bringing. Easily forgotten, but rarely regretted; a fter a long day of outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking or mountain biking, a seat to sink into and rest your weary limbs can feel like a luxury. This is certainly true when the only other option might be BEST PORTABLE POWER PACKS FOR CAMPING 2021 GP Batteries Charge AnyWay. Price: £29.99 Weight: 224g Capacity: 10,400mAh Dimensions (L x W x D): 81 x 64 x 25 mm. One of the most innovative bits of outdoor kit we’ve seen recently, The Charge AnyWay from GP Batteries is a 2-in-1 battery charger and power bank. It comes with 4 x nifty RecyKo+ rechargeable AA batteries. BEST BACKPACKING BACKPACKS 2021 There’s a backpack for every activity, here we test the best backpacks for backpacking, hut-to-hut walks or weekend overnights. Backpacking is a loosely defined term and can mean anything from walks of two days to those beyond a month, so therefore, backpacking packs will come in a variety of sizes. BEST WALKS IN THE PEAK DISTRICT The Peak District sits between Sheffield and Manchester and is loved by many for its rolling peaks, gritstone crags, open moorland and abundance of hiking trails. Though walking in the park doesn’t require scaling any tall peaks or mountains, the highest being Kinder Scout at a modest 636m, the Peak is incredibly popular with hillwalkers who come here for the diversity of terrain; from the BEST WATERPROOF JACKETS FOR 2021 The Gore-Tex, 40-denier outer has an impressive 28,000mm hydrostatic head for superb waterproofing, while 60g/m2 PrimaLoft Gold (which is 55% recycled) adds welcome warmth for colder winter days. There are fully taped seams and the PEAQ Synthetic ECO lining is 100% recycled. BEST WATERPROOF TROUSERS FOR HIKING OF 2021 Price: £145. Weight: 590g. Best for: Hiking, hillwalking, bushcraft. Key attributes: Eco-friendly, rugged, fully-featured. OK, these aren’t strictly waterproof but they’ll still offer a very high level of weather protection, as well as better breathability than any of the other trousers featured on this page. WILD CAMPING IN THE BRECON BEACONS Before we get going with our advice on where to wild camp in the Brecon Beacons it’s important to address the fact that, apart from in Scotland and Dartmoor, wild camping in the UK isn’t actually legal. Ideally, you should get permission from the landowner before wild camping in somewhere like the Brecon Beacons. HANWAG TATRA GTX BOOT WEIGHT: 1660g (pair 43) MATERIAL: Waxes nubuck leather. LINING: Gore-Tex. USE FOR: Hill and mountain walking. hanwag.com. Outdoors Magic: Solid feel and build quality, great medium last, rolling gait, Vibram sole, reasonable weight, lots of ankle protection and support, different versions available. Outdoors Tragic: A little heavy andstiffness
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Outdoor Features Walking the Snowdonia Way | North To South Through The Mountains Of North Wales. Alex Kendall details the stunning new 97-mile walking route he created through Snowdonia National Park, theSnowdonia Way
SAMAYA ASSAUT2 ULTRA, A FEATHERLIGHT FOUR-SEASON TEN... On Samaya’s website there’s a load of bamboozling, scientific-sounding jargon about how incredible Dyneema is a tent fabric: “mono-filaments of UHMWPE fibre and two layers of Mylar” and “water absorption in 24 hours for HMWPE is less than 0.01% – ASTM D570” are just two of the sentences that had us Googling definitions frantically and scratching our heads.OUTDOORS MAGIC
Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.comVENTILATED PACKS
The main brands are getting better and better at ventilated packs and minising the downsides by reducing air gaps, increasing air contact with the back and improving load transfer generally. All the systems we’ve looked at work far better than earlier versions. Our advice would be to try with a loaded pack before buying. BEST BIKEPACKING TENTS The Ordos 2 is Alpkit’s lightest tent (claimed weight 1.3kg). While the pack size is a little bigger than the Terra Nova and Big Agnes tents (at 42x13cm), it’s still well-suited to bikepacking adventures. The inner and flysheet are pitched separately (innerfirst).
HANWAG MAKRA COMBI GTX Hanwag have been designing quality hiking boots since 1921. Photo: Chris Johnson. When it comes to build quality, rest assured that Hanwag know what they’re doing. Photo: Chris Johnson. The Makra Combi GTX features a heel welt for semi-automatic crampons. Photo: Chris Johnson. The aggressive Vibram sole with tread is optimised forclimbing.
BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire: The Top 10. The routes below are all mapped out on komoot ready to be followed on the komoot app. If you’re new to komoot, for a free regional bundle (worth £8.99) simply follow this link to komoot.com and create your free account today. Mynydd Carningli. St HANWAG TATRA GTX BOOT WEIGHT: 1660g (pair 43) MATERIAL: Waxes nubuck leather. LINING: Gore-Tex. USE FOR: Hill and mountain walking. hanwag.com. Outdoors Magic: Solid feel and build quality, great medium last, rolling gait, Vibram sole, reasonable weight, lots of ankle protection and support, different versions available. Outdoors Tragic: A little heavy andstiffness
MONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
BERGHAUS ATHUNDER JACKET Why We Chose the Berghaus Athunder Jacket: Stylish, protective, eco-friendly. Price: £250. Weight: 563g (L) More info: berghaus.com. There’s nothing like donning your favourite hardshell when the heavens open. Having a really good waterproof jacket stashed in your pack gives you the confidence to shrug off the worst weather –making you
HAGLÖFS L.I.M JACKET It fitted nicely, with plenty of room for my down jacket underneath, though it was on the large side. I think if I had it in my normal size, it would probably be a little tight over a thick insulated later. “One final thing that’s impressed me about the Haglöfs L.I.M jacket is the quality of the durable water repellent treatmentit uses.
ANATOM Q3 BRAERIACH BOOT Anatom Q3 Braeriach Boot | Verdict. The Scottish brand’s take on a traditional leather mountain walking boot is a reassuringly solid balance between underfoot support – just enough of it, but not too much – and all round comfort.OUTDOORS MAGIC
Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.comVENTILATED PACKS
The main brands are getting better and better at ventilated packs and minising the downsides by reducing air gaps, increasing air contact with the back and improving load transfer generally. All the systems we’ve looked at work far better than earlier versions. Our advice would be to try with a loaded pack before buying. BEST BIKEPACKING TENTS The Ordos 2 is Alpkit’s lightest tent (claimed weight 1.3kg). While the pack size is a little bigger than the Terra Nova and Big Agnes tents (at 42x13cm), it’s still well-suited to bikepacking adventures. The inner and flysheet are pitched separately (innerfirst).
HANWAG MAKRA COMBI GTX Hanwag have been designing quality hiking boots since 1921. Photo: Chris Johnson. When it comes to build quality, rest assured that Hanwag know what they’re doing. Photo: Chris Johnson. The Makra Combi GTX features a heel welt for semi-automatic crampons. Photo: Chris Johnson. The aggressive Vibram sole with tread is optimised forclimbing.
BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire: The Top 10. The routes below are all mapped out on komoot ready to be followed on the komoot app. If you’re new to komoot, for a free regional bundle (worth £8.99) simply follow this link to komoot.com and create your free account today. Mynydd Carningli. St HANWAG TATRA GTX BOOT WEIGHT: 1660g (pair 43) MATERIAL: Waxes nubuck leather. LINING: Gore-Tex. USE FOR: Hill and mountain walking. hanwag.com. Outdoors Magic: Solid feel and build quality, great medium last, rolling gait, Vibram sole, reasonable weight, lots of ankle protection and support, different versions available. Outdoors Tragic: A little heavy andstiffness
MONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
BERGHAUS ATHUNDER JACKET Why We Chose the Berghaus Athunder Jacket: Stylish, protective, eco-friendly. Price: £250. Weight: 563g (L) More info: berghaus.com. There’s nothing like donning your favourite hardshell when the heavens open. Having a really good waterproof jacket stashed in your pack gives you the confidence to shrug off the worst weather –making you
HAGLÖFS L.I.M JACKET Why We Chose The Haglöfs L.I.M Jacket: Lightweight, versatile, simple build L.I.M, in case you weren’t aware, stands for less is more and that name does describe this waterproof jacket quite well. It’s simple – kind of no frills you could say (at least at first glance), but then it’ll deliver everything you want when you need to whip it out of your bag when the rain starts pouring down. ANATOM Q3 BRAERIACH BOOT Anatom Q3 Braeriach Boot | Verdict. The Scottish brand’s take on a traditional leather mountain walking boot is a reassuringly solid balance between underfoot support – just enough of it, but not too much – and all round comfort.BEST CAMPING CHAIRS
For campsite holidays, beach trips or even wild camping adventures alike, a camping chair is the item you always thank yourself for bringing. Easily forgotten, but rarely regretted; a fter a long day of outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking or mountain biking, a seat to sink into and rest your weary limbs can feel like a luxury. This is certainly true when the only other option might be BEST PORTABLE POWER PACKS FOR CAMPING 2021 GP Batteries Charge AnyWay. Price: £29.99 Weight: 224g Capacity: 10,400mAh Dimensions (L x W x D): 81 x 64 x 25 mm. One of the most innovative bits of outdoor kit we’ve seen recently, The Charge AnyWay from GP Batteries is a 2-in-1 battery charger and power bank. It comes with 4 x nifty RecyKo+ rechargeable AA batteries. 10 OF THE BEST ADVENTURE MOVIES ON NETFLIX 2021 We’ve put together our pick of the best adventure movies on Netflix for 2021 as, let’s face it, we’ve all found ourselves with extra time stuck on the sofa these days. We’re hoping these outdoorsy films and documentaries, ranging from life-affirming epics to documentaries charting human endurance, will inspire you out ofhibernation.
BEST LIGHTWEIGHT WATERPROOF JACKETS OF 2021 Used here in the R7, the result is a jacket that weighs just 118g. The secret is that in ShakeDry, the membrane is switched to the outside of the jacket and the shell fabric, which you normally find on waterproof jackets, is removed altogether, therefore meaning there’s nothing to become saturated.Water will simply bead and run straight off, and the jacket will shake dry. BEST BACKPACKING SLEEPING MATS 2021 Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe. Price: £155 Weight: 650g Best for: 3-season camping and backpacking Key attributes: Comfortable, clever valve design, surprisingly light Therm-a-Rest has a following for its sleeping mats that would make any other company envious. The NeoAir Topo Luxe should suit a specific type of backpacker; one who doesn’t want a heavy weight to carry but then also likes a BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains.ARTICLES ARCHIVE
Outdoor Features Walking the Snowdonia Way | North To South Through The Mountains Of North Wales. Alex Kendall details the stunning new 97-mile walking route he created through Snowdonia National Park, theSnowdonia Way
SAMAYA ASSAUT2 ULTRA, A FEATHERLIGHT FOUR-SEASON TEN... On Samaya’s website there’s a load of bamboozling, scientific-sounding jargon about how incredible Dyneema is a tent fabric: “mono-filaments of UHMWPE fibre and two layers of Mylar” and “water absorption in 24 hours for HMWPE is less than 0.01% – ASTM D570” are just two of the sentences that had us Googling definitions frantically and scratching our heads. BLACK DIAMOND HIGHLINE SHELL Black Diamond’s proprietary BD.Dry waterproof fabric is featured here. It’s a three-layer design with a nice bit of stretch to it and an overall lightweight feel. The hydrostatic head (waterproof rating) is a fairly decent 20,000mm while the moisture vapour transition rate (breathability) measures 20,000g/m2/24hours. HANWAG TATRA GTX BOOT WEIGHT: 1660g (pair 43) MATERIAL: Waxes nubuck leather. LINING: Gore-Tex. USE FOR: Hill and mountain walking. hanwag.com. Outdoors Magic: Solid feel and build quality, great medium last, rolling gait, Vibram sole, reasonable weight, lots of ankle protection and support, different versions available. Outdoors Tragic: A little heavy andstiffness
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Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire | 10 Mapped Routes OM's Will Renwick and Stephen Jones pick out their favourite walks in Pembrokeshire. This Welsh paradise is home to the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, offering up seaside saunters to trips around historic towns. BEST BIKEPACKING TENTS Words: George Scott. Sleeping under the stars is an integral part of the bikepacking experience. After all, bikepacking is about breaking free from the confines of modern life, pedaling into the unknown and embracing the great outdoors.VENTILATED PACKS
With Berghaus launching their new Air Flow Pro suspended air back packs for next spring, 2010, we thought it’d be interesting to run a quick overview of the different variations on the air-vent back system theme and their strengths and weaknesses as well as the pros and consof
BEST WATERPROOF TROUSERS FOR HIKING OF 2021 Waterproof trousers are an item of hiking gear we never want to have to use but inevitably, thanks to our lovely climate here in the UK, end up using quite frequently.. To make matters worse, there are some pretty shoddy waterproof trousers out there, and most of us will have come across them at some point. You know, those ones that made you wetter than the rain itself from the condensation HANWAG MAKRA COMBI GTX Named after the brand’s founder Hans Wagner, Hanwag footwear have been designing quality hiking boots from their headquarters in the mountains of southern Germany since 1921. With all those years of experience under their belts, it’s no surprise that they turn out some seriously great boots, and the new Makra Combi GTX is noexception.
MONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
BERGHAUS ATHUNDER JACKET Why We Chose the Berghaus Athunder Jacket: Stylish, protective, eco-friendly Price: £250 Weight: 563g (L) More info: berghaus.com There’s nothing like donning your favourite hardshell when the PÁRAMO ALTA III JACKET Why We Chose The Páramo Alta III: Warm, comfortable, eco-friendly Price: £300 Weight: 805g More info: pramo-clothing.com As a brand, Páramo are renowned in the outdoor industry for their environmentally-friendly approach to kit. Unlike many other brands, their unique Nikwax Analogy waterproofing system has never used the harmful PFC treatments that have – deservedly – attracted such ANATOM Q3 BRAERIACH BOOT Anatom Q3 Braeriach Boot | Verdict. The Scottish brand’s take on a traditional leather mountain walking boot is a reassuringly solid balance between underfoot support – just enough of it, but not too much – and all round comfort.OUTDOORS MAGIC
Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire | 10 Mapped Routes OM's Will Renwick and Stephen Jones pick out their favourite walks in Pembrokeshire. This Welsh paradise is home to the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, offering up seaside saunters to trips around historic towns. BEST BIKEPACKING TENTS Words: George Scott. Sleeping under the stars is an integral part of the bikepacking experience. After all, bikepacking is about breaking free from the confines of modern life, pedaling into the unknown and embracing the great outdoors.VENTILATED PACKS
With Berghaus launching their new Air Flow Pro suspended air back packs for next spring, 2010, we thought it’d be interesting to run a quick overview of the different variations on the air-vent back system theme and their strengths and weaknesses as well as the pros and consof
BEST WATERPROOF TROUSERS FOR HIKING OF 2021 Waterproof trousers are an item of hiking gear we never want to have to use but inevitably, thanks to our lovely climate here in the UK, end up using quite frequently.. To make matters worse, there are some pretty shoddy waterproof trousers out there, and most of us will have come across them at some point. You know, those ones that made you wetter than the rain itself from the condensation HANWAG MAKRA COMBI GTX Named after the brand’s founder Hans Wagner, Hanwag footwear have been designing quality hiking boots from their headquarters in the mountains of southern Germany since 1921. With all those years of experience under their belts, it’s no surprise that they turn out some seriously great boots, and the new Makra Combi GTX is noexception.
MONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
BERGHAUS ATHUNDER JACKET Why We Chose the Berghaus Athunder Jacket: Stylish, protective, eco-friendly Price: £250 Weight: 563g (L) More info: berghaus.com There’s nothing like donning your favourite hardshell when the PÁRAMO ALTA III JACKET Why We Chose The Páramo Alta III: Warm, comfortable, eco-friendly Price: £300 Weight: 805g More info: pramo-clothing.com As a brand, Páramo are renowned in the outdoor industry for their environmentally-friendly approach to kit. Unlike many other brands, their unique Nikwax Analogy waterproofing system has never used the harmful PFC treatments that have – deservedly – attracted such ANATOM Q3 BRAERIACH BOOT Anatom Q3 Braeriach Boot | Verdict. The Scottish brand’s take on a traditional leather mountain walking boot is a reassuringly solid balance between underfoot support – just enough of it, but not too much – and all round comfort.BEST CAMPING CHAIRS
For campsite holidays, beach trips or even wild camping adventures alike, a camping chair is the item you always thank yourself for bringing. Easily forgotten, but rarely regretted; a fter a long day of outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking or mountain biking, a seat to sink into and rest your weary limbs can feel like a luxury. This is certainly true when the only other option might be 10 OF THE BEST ADVENTURE MOVIES ON NETFLIX 2021 We’ve put together our pick of the best adventure movies on Netflix for 2021 as, let’s face it, we’ve all found ourselves with extra time stuck on the sofa these days. We’re hoping these outdoorsy films and documentaries, ranging from life-affirming epics to documentaries charting human endurance, will inspire you out ofhibernation.
BEST BACKPACKING SLEEPING MATS 2021 Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe. Price: £155 Weight: 650g Best for: 3-season camping and backpacking Key attributes: Comfortable, clever valve design, surprisingly light Therm-a-Rest has a following for its sleeping mats that would make any other company envious. The NeoAir Topo Luxe should suit a specific type of backpacker; one who doesn’t want a heavy weight to carry but then also likes a BEST SOFTSHELL JACKETS 2021 BEST BUY: Montane Dyno Stretch Jacket. Price: £100 Weight: 523g Best for: Hiking, hillwalking, running, general outdoor use Key attributes: Stretchy, well-articulated arms, excellent hood and collar There are a diverse range of softshells in this test, but if you were to imagine a classic softshell, this would be it. BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX. Price: £140 Weight: 1280g The third iteration in the popular Quest series, this is a boot designed for fast and light hiking on technical terrain – think trail walking in the Pyrenees or scrambling in Snowdonia. Salomon say it was developed with running shoe-adapted technology, the evidence of this being a slightly flexible chassis and a low-ish overall weight. BEST WATERPROOF JACKETS FOR WOMEN 2021 When looking to choose the right women’s waterproof jacket it’s important to consider the type of activity or activities you’ll be needing it for and the environments and seasons you’ll be using it in. For Munro bagging in the Highlands for instance, the best waterproof jacket for women will be one that’s tough and able to cope with very wet weather and cold temperatures, whereas if HOW TO SAFELY CLEAN A DOWN JACKET AT HOME There’s only one thing worse than a dirty and smelly down jacket and that’s a down jacket that’s been ruined by incorrect washing. In this episode, OM editor Will goes through the steps he takes each time he washes and dries his puffer at home, including how to restore loft, how to re-proof a jacket so it can repel rain and how to get rid of bad smells like bonfire (and burnt sausages BEST BIKEPACKING TENTS The tent is rated for three-season use. The low-profile design, with an inconspicuous green flysheet, makes it ideal for wild camping. The tent pitches all-in-one, with the flysheet and inner attached, so getting it up quickly in the rain shouldn’t be a problem.ARTICLES ARCHIVE
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Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com 10 OF THE BEST ADVENTURE MOVIES ON NETFLIX 2021 We’ve put together our pick of the best adventure movies on Netflix for 2021 as, let’s face it, we’ve all found ourselves with extra time stuck on the sofa these days. We’re hoping these outdoorsy films and documentaries, ranging from life-affirming epics to documentaries charting human endurance, will inspire you out ofhibernation.
BEST WETSUITS FOR OPEN WATER SWIMMING 2021 One of the best things about swimming, perhaps more so than any other sport, is that you really don’t need much kit at all. For casual open water swimming, a swimming costume or a pair of shorts are the only real essentials (some people would even suggest they’re optional), plus goggles and a hat if you’re planning on putting your face under for any length of time. BEST BACKPACKING SLEEPING MATS 2021 Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe. Price: £155 Weight: 650g Best for: 3-season camping and backpacking Key attributes: Comfortable, clever valve design, surprisingly light Therm-a-Rest has a following for its sleeping mats that would make any other company envious. The NeoAir Topo Luxe should suit a specific type of backpacker; one who doesn’t want a heavy weight to carry but then also likes a BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains. BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire: The Top 10. The routes below are all mapped out on komoot ready to be followed on the komoot app. If you’re new to komoot, for a free regional bundle (worth £8.99) simply follow this link to komoot.com and create your free account today. Mynydd Carningli. St BEST LIGHTWEIGHT WATERPROOF JACKETS OF 2021 Used here in the R7, the result is a jacket that weighs just 118g. The secret is that in ShakeDry, the membrane is switched to the outside of the jacket and the shell fabric, which you normally find on waterproof jackets, is removed altogether, therefore meaning there’s nothing to become saturated.Water will simply bead and run straight off, and the jacket will shake dry. OSPREY KESTREL 58 BACKPACK A closer look at the Airscape back system. Photo: Chris Johnson Tester’s Verdict. Will Renwick, Outdoors Magic Editor “I’ve used a variety of Osprey packs for the long-distance walking I’ve done over the years, including the Osprey Stratos 50, the previous Kestrel, and their Atmos AG as well.This, I HANWAG TATRA GTX BOOT WEIGHT: 1660g (pair 43) MATERIAL: Waxes nubuck leather. LINING: Gore-Tex. USE FOR: Hill and mountain walking. hanwag.com. Outdoors Magic: Solid feel and build quality, great medium last, rolling gait, Vibram sole, reasonable weight, lots of ankle protection and support, different versions available. Outdoors Tragic: A little heavy andstiffness
KEEN VENTURE MID WALKING BOOT Why We Chose The KEEN Venture Mid: A comfortable, stabilising, boot with excellent grip. When it comes to making outdoor footwear, Keen really do know what’s what. The Venture Mid is no exception. With its KEEN.Dry waterproof and breathable membrane the first thing we should say about this walking boot is that it’s primed and ready to tackle whatever Mother Nature throws at you.OUTDOORS MAGIC
Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com 10 OF THE BEST ADVENTURE MOVIES ON NETFLIX 2021 We’ve put together our pick of the best adventure movies on Netflix for 2021 as, let’s face it, we’ve all found ourselves with extra time stuck on the sofa these days. We’re hoping these outdoorsy films and documentaries, ranging from life-affirming epics to documentaries charting human endurance, will inspire you out ofhibernation.
BEST WETSUITS FOR OPEN WATER SWIMMING 2021 One of the best things about swimming, perhaps more so than any other sport, is that you really don’t need much kit at all. For casual open water swimming, a swimming costume or a pair of shorts are the only real essentials (some people would even suggest they’re optional), plus goggles and a hat if you’re planning on putting your face under for any length of time. BEST BACKPACKING SLEEPING MATS 2021 Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe. Price: £155 Weight: 650g Best for: 3-season camping and backpacking Key attributes: Comfortable, clever valve design, surprisingly light Therm-a-Rest has a following for its sleeping mats that would make any other company envious. The NeoAir Topo Luxe should suit a specific type of backpacker; one who doesn’t want a heavy weight to carry but then also likes a BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains. BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire: The Top 10. The routes below are all mapped out on komoot ready to be followed on the komoot app. If you’re new to komoot, for a free regional bundle (worth £8.99) simply follow this link to komoot.com and create your free account today. Mynydd Carningli. St BEST LIGHTWEIGHT WATERPROOF JACKETS OF 2021 Used here in the R7, the result is a jacket that weighs just 118g. The secret is that in ShakeDry, the membrane is switched to the outside of the jacket and the shell fabric, which you normally find on waterproof jackets, is removed altogether, therefore meaning there’s nothing to become saturated.Water will simply bead and run straight off, and the jacket will shake dry. OSPREY KESTREL 58 BACKPACK A closer look at the Airscape back system. Photo: Chris Johnson Tester’s Verdict. Will Renwick, Outdoors Magic Editor “I’ve used a variety of Osprey packs for the long-distance walking I’ve done over the years, including the Osprey Stratos 50, the previous Kestrel, and their Atmos AG as well.This, I HANWAG TATRA GTX BOOT WEIGHT: 1660g (pair 43) MATERIAL: Waxes nubuck leather. LINING: Gore-Tex. USE FOR: Hill and mountain walking. hanwag.com. Outdoors Magic: Solid feel and build quality, great medium last, rolling gait, Vibram sole, reasonable weight, lots of ankle protection and support, different versions available. Outdoors Tragic: A little heavy andstiffness
KEEN VENTURE MID WALKING BOOT Why We Chose The KEEN Venture Mid: A comfortable, stabilising, boot with excellent grip. When it comes to making outdoor footwear, Keen really do know what’s what. The Venture Mid is no exception. With its KEEN.Dry waterproof and breathable membrane the first thing we should say about this walking boot is that it’s primed and ready to tackle whatever Mother Nature throws at you.BEST CAMPING CHAIRS
For campsite holidays, beach trips or even wild camping adventures alike, a camping chair is the item you always thank yourself for bringing. Easily forgotten, but rarely regretted; a fter a long day of outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking or mountain biking, a seat to sink into and rest your weary limbs can feel like a luxury. This is certainly true when the only other option might be BEST BACKPACKING BACKPACKS 2021 There’s a backpack for every activity, here we test the best backpacks for backpacking, hut-to-hut walks or weekend overnights. Backpacking is a loosely defined term and can mean anything from walks of two days to those beyond a month, so therefore, backpacking packs will come in a variety of sizes. BEST SOFTSHELL JACKETS 2021 The Kinetic Plus is their softshell, and it’s a mostly wonderful jacket – the very stretchy, and fully waterproof material makes it stand out alone. The fit is particularly good: slim, well-tailored and with a nice length. Raising the arms doesn’t lift the jacket. The part we liked most about it was the material. HOW TO PATCH AND REPAIR A HOLE IN A DOWN JACKET Nothing beats a down jacket for warmth to weight and packability. Whether you’re climbing, hiking or backpacking, a down jacket is almost always a useful item to have stashed in your backpack.Modern jackets are tougher than they look, largely due to the use of ripstop fabrics. However, down garments are still susceptible to wear andtear.
WILD CAMPING IN THE BRECON BEACONS Before we get going with our advice on where to wild camp in the Brecon Beacons it’s important to address the fact that, apart from in Scotland and Dartmoor, wild camping in the UK isn’t actually legal. Ideally, you should get permission from the landowner before wild camping in somewhere like the Brecon Beacons. HANWAG TATRA GTX BOOT WEIGHT: 1660g (pair 43) MATERIAL: Waxes nubuck leather. LINING: Gore-Tex. USE FOR: Hill and mountain walking. hanwag.com. Outdoors Magic: Solid feel and build quality, great medium last, rolling gait, Vibram sole, reasonable weight, lots of ankle protection and support, different versions available. Outdoors Tragic: A little heavy andstiffness
SAMAYA ASSAUT2 ULTRA, A FEATHERLIGHT FOUR-SEASON TEN... On Samaya’s website there’s a load of bamboozling, scientific-sounding jargon about how incredible Dyneema is a tent fabric: “mono-filaments of UHMWPE fibre and two layers of Mylar” and “water absorption in 24 hours for HMWPE is less than 0.01% – ASTM D570” are just two of the sentences that had us Googling definitions frantically and scratching our heads.ARTICLES ARCHIVE
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Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire | 10 Mapped Routes OM's Will Renwick and Stephen Jones pick out their favourite walks in Pembrokeshire. This Welsh paradise is home to the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, offering up seaside saunters to trips around historic towns. BEST BIKEPACKING TENTS Words: George Scott. Sleeping under the stars is an integral part of the bikepacking experience. After all, bikepacking is about breaking free from the confines of modern life, pedaling into the unknown and embracing the great outdoors.VENTILATED PACKS
With Berghaus launching their new Air Flow Pro suspended air back packs for next spring, 2010, we thought it’d be interesting to run a quick overview of the different variations on the air-vent back system theme and their strengths and weaknesses as well as the pros and consof
BEST WATERPROOF TROUSERS FOR HIKING OF 2021 Waterproof trousers are an item of hiking gear we never want to have to use but inevitably, thanks to our lovely climate here in the UK, end up using quite frequently.. To make matters worse, there are some pretty shoddy waterproof trousers out there, and most of us will have come across them at some point. You know, those ones that made you wetter than the rain itself from the condensation HANWAG MAKRA COMBI GTX Named after the brand’s founder Hans Wagner, Hanwag footwear have been designing quality hiking boots from their headquarters in the mountains of southern Germany since 1921. With all those years of experience under their belts, it’s no surprise that they turn out some seriously great boots, and the new Makra Combi GTX is noexception.
MONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
BERGHAUS ATHUNDER JACKET Why We Chose the Berghaus Athunder Jacket: Stylish, protective, eco-friendly Price: £250 Weight: 563g (L) More info: berghaus.com There’s nothing like donning your favourite hardshell when the PÁRAMO ALTA III JACKET Why We Chose The Páramo Alta III: Warm, comfortable, eco-friendly Price: £300 Weight: 805g More info: pramo-clothing.com As a brand, Páramo are renowned in the outdoor industry for their environmentally-friendly approach to kit. Unlike many other brands, their unique Nikwax Analogy waterproofing system has never used the harmful PFC treatments that have – deservedly – attracted such ANATOM Q3 BRAERIACH BOOT Anatom Q3 Braeriach Boot | Verdict. The Scottish brand’s take on a traditional leather mountain walking boot is a reassuringly solid balance between underfoot support – just enough of it, but not too much – and all round comfort.OUTDOORS MAGIC
Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire | 10 Mapped Routes OM's Will Renwick and Stephen Jones pick out their favourite walks in Pembrokeshire. This Welsh paradise is home to the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, offering up seaside saunters to trips around historic towns. BEST BIKEPACKING TENTS Words: George Scott. Sleeping under the stars is an integral part of the bikepacking experience. After all, bikepacking is about breaking free from the confines of modern life, pedaling into the unknown and embracing the great outdoors.VENTILATED PACKS
With Berghaus launching their new Air Flow Pro suspended air back packs for next spring, 2010, we thought it’d be interesting to run a quick overview of the different variations on the air-vent back system theme and their strengths and weaknesses as well as the pros and consof
BEST WATERPROOF TROUSERS FOR HIKING OF 2021 Waterproof trousers are an item of hiking gear we never want to have to use but inevitably, thanks to our lovely climate here in the UK, end up using quite frequently.. To make matters worse, there are some pretty shoddy waterproof trousers out there, and most of us will have come across them at some point. You know, those ones that made you wetter than the rain itself from the condensation HANWAG MAKRA COMBI GTX Named after the brand’s founder Hans Wagner, Hanwag footwear have been designing quality hiking boots from their headquarters in the mountains of southern Germany since 1921. With all those years of experience under their belts, it’s no surprise that they turn out some seriously great boots, and the new Makra Combi GTX is noexception.
MONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
BERGHAUS ATHUNDER JACKET Why We Chose the Berghaus Athunder Jacket: Stylish, protective, eco-friendly Price: £250 Weight: 563g (L) More info: berghaus.com There’s nothing like donning your favourite hardshell when the PÁRAMO ALTA III JACKET Why We Chose The Páramo Alta III: Warm, comfortable, eco-friendly Price: £300 Weight: 805g More info: pramo-clothing.com As a brand, Páramo are renowned in the outdoor industry for their environmentally-friendly approach to kit. Unlike many other brands, their unique Nikwax Analogy waterproofing system has never used the harmful PFC treatments that have – deservedly – attracted such ANATOM Q3 BRAERIACH BOOT Anatom Q3 Braeriach Boot | Verdict. The Scottish brand’s take on a traditional leather mountain walking boot is a reassuringly solid balance between underfoot support – just enough of it, but not too much – and all round comfort.BEST CAMPING CHAIRS
For campsite holidays, beach trips or even wild camping adventures alike, a camping chair is the item you always thank yourself for bringing. Easily forgotten, but rarely regretted; a fter a long day of outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking or mountain biking, a seat to sink into and rest your weary limbs can feel like a luxury. This is certainly true when the only other option might be 10 OF THE BEST ADVENTURE MOVIES ON NETFLIX 2021 We’ve put together our pick of the best adventure movies on Netflix for 2021 as, let’s face it, we’ve all found ourselves with extra time stuck on the sofa these days. We’re hoping these outdoorsy films and documentaries, ranging from life-affirming epics to documentaries charting human endurance, will inspire you out ofhibernation.
BEST BACKPACKING SLEEPING MATS 2021 Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe. Price: £155 Weight: 650g Best for: 3-season camping and backpacking Key attributes: Comfortable, clever valve design, surprisingly light Therm-a-Rest has a following for its sleeping mats that would make any other company envious. The NeoAir Topo Luxe should suit a specific type of backpacker; one who doesn’t want a heavy weight to carry but then also likes a BEST SOFTSHELL JACKETS 2021 BEST BUY: Montane Dyno Stretch Jacket. Price: £100 Weight: 523g Best for: Hiking, hillwalking, running, general outdoor use Key attributes: Stretchy, well-articulated arms, excellent hood and collar There are a diverse range of softshells in this test, but if you were to imagine a classic softshell, this would be it. BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX. Price: £140 Weight: 1280g The third iteration in the popular Quest series, this is a boot designed for fast and light hiking on technical terrain – think trail walking in the Pyrenees or scrambling in Snowdonia. Salomon say it was developed with running shoe-adapted technology, the evidence of this being a slightly flexible chassis and a low-ish overall weight. BEST WATERPROOF JACKETS FOR WOMEN 2021 When looking to choose the right women’s waterproof jacket it’s important to consider the type of activity or activities you’ll be needing it for and the environments and seasons you’ll be using it in. For Munro bagging in the Highlands for instance, the best waterproof jacket for women will be one that’s tough and able to cope with very wet weather and cold temperatures, whereas if HOW TO SAFELY CLEAN A DOWN JACKET AT HOME There’s only one thing worse than a dirty and smelly down jacket and that’s a down jacket that’s been ruined by incorrect washing. In this episode, OM editor Will goes through the steps he takes each time he washes and dries his puffer at home, including how to restore loft, how to re-proof a jacket so it can repel rain and how to get rid of bad smells like bonfire (and burnt sausages BEST BIKEPACKING TENTS The tent is rated for three-season use. The low-profile design, with an inconspicuous green flysheet, makes it ideal for wild camping. The tent pitches all-in-one, with the flysheet and inner attached, so getting it up quickly in the rain shouldn’t be a problem.ARTICLES ARCHIVE
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The main brands are getting better and better at ventilated packs and minising the downsides by reducing air gaps, increasing air contact with the back and improving load transfer generally. All the systems we’ve looked at work far better than earlier versions. Our advice would be to try with a loaded pack before buying. BEST BIKEPACKING TENTS The Ordos 2 is Alpkit’s lightest tent (claimed weight 1.3kg). While the pack size is a little bigger than the Terra Nova and Big Agnes tents (at 42x13cm), it’s still well-suited to bikepacking adventures. The inner and flysheet are pitched separately (innerfirst).
HANWAG MAKRA COMBI GTX Hanwag have been designing quality hiking boots since 1921. Photo: Chris Johnson. When it comes to build quality, rest assured that Hanwag know what they’re doing. Photo: Chris Johnson. The Makra Combi GTX features a heel welt for semi-automatic crampons. Photo: Chris Johnson. The aggressive Vibram sole with tread is optimised forclimbing.
BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire: The Top 10. The routes below are all mapped out on komoot ready to be followed on the komoot app. If you’re new to komoot, for a free regional bundle (worth £8.99) simply follow this link to komoot.com and create your free account today. Mynydd Carningli. StMONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
BERGHAUS ATHUNDER JACKET Why We Chose the Berghaus Athunder Jacket: Stylish, protective, eco-friendly. Price: £250. Weight: 563g (L) More info: berghaus.com. There’s nothing like donning your favourite hardshell when the heavens open. Having a really good waterproof jacket stashed in your pack gives you the confidence to shrug off the worst weather –making you
OSPREY KESTREL 58 BACKPACK A closer look at the Airscape back system. Photo: Chris Johnson Tester’s Verdict. Will Renwick, Outdoors Magic Editor “I’ve used a variety of Osprey packs for the long-distance walking I’ve done over the years, including the Osprey Stratos 50, the previous Kestrel, and their Atmos AG as well.This, I BEST WATERPROOF TROUSERS FOR HIKING OF 2021 Price: £145. Weight: 590g. Best for: Hiking, hillwalking, bushcraft. Key attributes: Eco-friendly, rugged, fully-featured. OK, these aren’t strictly waterproof but they’ll still offer a very high level of weather protection, as well as better breathability than any of the other trousers featured on this page. ANATOM Q3 BRAERIACH BOOT Anatom Q3 Braeriach Boot | Verdict. The Scottish brand’s take on a traditional leather mountain walking boot is a reassuringly solid balance between underfoot support – just enough of it, but not too much – and all round comfort.OUTDOORS MAGIC
Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.comVENTILATED PACKS
The main brands are getting better and better at ventilated packs and minising the downsides by reducing air gaps, increasing air contact with the back and improving load transfer generally. All the systems we’ve looked at work far better than earlier versions. Our advice would be to try with a loaded pack before buying. BEST BIKEPACKING TENTS The Ordos 2 is Alpkit’s lightest tent (claimed weight 1.3kg). While the pack size is a little bigger than the Terra Nova and Big Agnes tents (at 42x13cm), it’s still well-suited to bikepacking adventures. The inner and flysheet are pitched separately (innerfirst).
HANWAG MAKRA COMBI GTX Hanwag have been designing quality hiking boots since 1921. Photo: Chris Johnson. When it comes to build quality, rest assured that Hanwag know what they’re doing. Photo: Chris Johnson. The Makra Combi GTX features a heel welt for semi-automatic crampons. Photo: Chris Johnson. The aggressive Vibram sole with tread is optimised forclimbing.
BEST WALKS IN PEMBROKESHIRE Best Walks In Pembrokeshire: The Top 10. The routes below are all mapped out on komoot ready to be followed on the komoot app. If you’re new to komoot, for a free regional bundle (worth £8.99) simply follow this link to komoot.com and create your free account today. Mynydd Carningli. StMONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
BERGHAUS ATHUNDER JACKET Why We Chose the Berghaus Athunder Jacket: Stylish, protective, eco-friendly. Price: £250. Weight: 563g (L) More info: berghaus.com. There’s nothing like donning your favourite hardshell when the heavens open. Having a really good waterproof jacket stashed in your pack gives you the confidence to shrug off the worst weather –making you
OSPREY KESTREL 58 BACKPACK A closer look at the Airscape back system. Photo: Chris Johnson Tester’s Verdict. Will Renwick, Outdoors Magic Editor “I’ve used a variety of Osprey packs for the long-distance walking I’ve done over the years, including the Osprey Stratos 50, the previous Kestrel, and their Atmos AG as well.This, I BEST WATERPROOF TROUSERS FOR HIKING OF 2021 Price: £145. Weight: 590g. Best for: Hiking, hillwalking, bushcraft. Key attributes: Eco-friendly, rugged, fully-featured. OK, these aren’t strictly waterproof but they’ll still offer a very high level of weather protection, as well as better breathability than any of the other trousers featured on this page. ANATOM Q3 BRAERIACH BOOT Anatom Q3 Braeriach Boot | Verdict. The Scottish brand’s take on a traditional leather mountain walking boot is a reassuringly solid balance between underfoot support – just enough of it, but not too much – and all round comfort.BEST CAMPING CHAIRS
1 day ago · For campsite holidays, beach trips or even wild camping adventures alike, a camping chair is the item you always thank yourself for bringing. Easily forgotten, but rarely regretted; a fter a long day of outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking or mountain biking, a seat to sink into and rest your weary limbs can feel like a luxury. This is certainly true when the only other option might be BEST BIVVY BAGS 2021 The Stratosphere has a series of other useful features. The poles are colour-coded to their corresponding sleeves and snap reassuringly into loops on the ground sheet; six alloy pegs enable you to fine tune the position and structure of the bivvy, creating maximum space and comfort for your night under the stars; and the military shade of green is ideal for stealthy wild camping. 10 OF THE BEST ADVENTURE MOVIES ON NETFLIX 2021 We’ve put together our pick of the best adventure movies on Netflix for 2021 as, let’s face it, we’ve all found ourselves with extra time stuck on the sofa these days. We’re hoping these outdoorsy films and documentaries, ranging from life-affirming epics to documentaries charting human endurance, will inspire you out ofhibernation.
BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains. BEST WATERPROOF JACKETS FOR WOMEN 2021 Best Waterproof Jackets for Women in 2021. The majority of the jackets that made it into our list of the top jackets for women featured in our Outdoors Magic 100 and the Outdoors Magic Summer 100 in previous years. Halti Next Generation DryMaxx Shell – Best In BEST SOFTSHELL JACKETS 2021 The Kinetic Plus is their softshell, and it’s a mostly wonderful jacket – the very stretchy, and fully waterproof material makes it stand out alone. The fit is particularly good: slim, well-tailored and with a nice length. Raising the arms doesn’t lift the jacket. The part we liked most about it was the material. BEST BIKEPACKING TENTS The Ordos 2 is Alpkit’s lightest tent (claimed weight 1.3kg). While the pack size is a little bigger than the Terra Nova and Big Agnes tents (at 42x13cm), it’s still well-suited to bikepacking adventures. The inner and flysheet are pitched separately (innerfirst).
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BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains. BEST BACKPACKING SLEEPING MATS 2021 Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe. Price: £155 Weight: 650g Best for: 3-season camping and backpacking Key attributes: Comfortable, clever valve design, surprisingly light Therm-a-Rest has a following for its sleeping mats that would make any other company envious. The NeoAir Topo Luxe should suit a specific type of backpacker; one who doesn’t want a heavy weight to carry but then also likes a 10 OF THE BEST ADVENTURE MOVIES ON NETFLIX 2021 We’ve put together our pick of the best adventure movies on Netflix for 2021 as, let’s face it, we’ve all found ourselves with extra time stuck on the sofa these days. We’re hoping these outdoorsy films and documentaries, ranging from life-affirming epics to documentaries charting human endurance, will inspire you out ofhibernation.
BEST HIKING DAYPACKS REVIEWED 2021 We’ve tested the best hiking daypacks for 2021, suitable for everything from walking in the countryside to hiking in the Lake District fells or the Scottish Highlands. This round-up looks at the backpack options with a volume between 20 and 40 litres for this test. All will be large enough to carry everything from extra layers, food, water and navigation equipment, plus extras like trekking BEST THERMOS FLASKS REVIEWED 2021 BEST BUY: Thermos Ultimate Series 500ml. Price: £31.95. Weight: 295g. Best for: Hiking, hillwalking and general outdoor use. Key attributes: Class-leading performance, durable, relatively lightweight, integrated cup. The original and, judging from the results of our temperature test, still the best.VENTILATED PACKS
The main brands are getting better and better at ventilated packs and minising the downsides by reducing air gaps, increasing air contact with the back and improving load transfer generally. All the systems we’ve looked at work far better than earlier versions. Our advice would be to try with a loaded pack before buying. PÁRAMO ALTA III JACKET Selected For The Green Gear Guide 2019/20. Why We Chose The Páramo Alta III: Warm, comfortable, eco-friendly. Price: £300. Weight: 805g. More info: pramo-clothing.com. As a brand, Páramo are renowned in the outdoor industry for their environmentally-friendly approach to kit. Unlike many other brands, their unique Nikwax Analogy waterproofingMONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
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BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid Boots. Price: £120. Weight: 960g. Part of Jack Wolfskin’s popular Vojo Hike footwear range, the Vojo Hike XT Texapore Mid is a waterproof hiking boot with a sporty look and feel. Its key feature is a rugged, anti-slip tread with aggressive lugs for added purchase and grip on all terrains. BEST BACKPACKING SLEEPING MATS 2021 Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe. Price: £155 Weight: 650g Best for: 3-season camping and backpacking Key attributes: Comfortable, clever valve design, surprisingly light Therm-a-Rest has a following for its sleeping mats that would make any other company envious. The NeoAir Topo Luxe should suit a specific type of backpacker; one who doesn’t want a heavy weight to carry but then also likes a 10 OF THE BEST ADVENTURE MOVIES ON NETFLIX 2021 We’ve put together our pick of the best adventure movies on Netflix for 2021 as, let’s face it, we’ve all found ourselves with extra time stuck on the sofa these days. We’re hoping these outdoorsy films and documentaries, ranging from life-affirming epics to documentaries charting human endurance, will inspire you out ofhibernation.
BEST HIKING DAYPACKS REVIEWED 2021 We’ve tested the best hiking daypacks for 2021, suitable for everything from walking in the countryside to hiking in the Lake District fells or the Scottish Highlands. This round-up looks at the backpack options with a volume between 20 and 40 litres for this test. All will be large enough to carry everything from extra layers, food, water and navigation equipment, plus extras like trekking BEST THERMOS FLASKS REVIEWED 2021 BEST BUY: Thermos Ultimate Series 500ml. Price: £31.95. Weight: 295g. Best for: Hiking, hillwalking and general outdoor use. Key attributes: Class-leading performance, durable, relatively lightweight, integrated cup. The original and, judging from the results of our temperature test, still the best.VENTILATED PACKS
The main brands are getting better and better at ventilated packs and minising the downsides by reducing air gaps, increasing air contact with the back and improving load transfer generally. All the systems we’ve looked at work far better than earlier versions. Our advice would be to try with a loaded pack before buying. PÁRAMO ALTA III JACKET Selected For The Green Gear Guide 2019/20. Why We Chose The Páramo Alta III: Warm, comfortable, eco-friendly. Price: £300. Weight: 805g. More info: pramo-clothing.com. As a brand, Páramo are renowned in the outdoor industry for their environmentally-friendly approach to kit. Unlike many other brands, their unique Nikwax Analogy waterproofingMONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
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1 day ago · For campsite holidays, beach trips or even wild camping adventures alike, a camping chair is the item you always thank yourself for bringing. Easily forgotten, but rarely regretted; a fter a long day of outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking or mountain biking, a seat to sink into and rest your weary limbs can feel like a luxury. This is certainly true when the only other option might be BEST APPROACH SHOES 2021 Salewa Wildfire. Salewa’s Wildfire is another technical approach shoe that fuses the best features of both climbing and hiking shoes. It results in a classic hybrid, with all the features you need for a range of activities. This could include technical mountain approaches, scrambles, traverses and easy climbs. BEST BIVVY BAGS 2021 The Stratosphere has a series of other useful features. The poles are colour-coded to their corresponding sleeves and snap reassuringly into loops on the ground sheet; six alloy pegs enable you to fine tune the position and structure of the bivvy, creating maximum space and comfort for your night under the stars; and the military shade of green is ideal for stealthy wild camping. BEST WATERPROOF JACKETS FOR 2021 The Gore-Tex, 40-denier outer has an impressive 28,000mm hydrostatic head for superb waterproofing, while 60g/m2 PrimaLoft Gold (which is 55% recycled) adds welcome warmth for colder winter days. There are fully taped seams and the PEAQ Synthetic ECO lining is 100% recycled. BEST LIGHTWEIGHT WATERPROOF JACKETS OF 2021 Used here in the R7, the result is a jacket that weighs just 118g. The secret is that in ShakeDry, the membrane is switched to the outside of the jacket and the shell fabric, which you normally find on waterproof jackets, is removed altogether, therefore meaning there’s nothing to become saturated.Water will simply bead and run straight off, and the jacket will shake dry. HOW TO SAFELY CLEAN A DOWN JACKET AT HOME There’s only one thing worse than a dirty and smelly down jacket and that’s a down jacket that’s been ruined by incorrect washing. In this episode, OM editor Will goes through the steps he takes each time he washes and dries his puffer at home, including how to restore loft, how to re-proof a jacket so it can repel rain and how to get rid of bad smells like bonfire (and burnt sausages ARC’TERYX LAUNCHES NEW UPCYCLED RANGE W ith a focus on upcycling, repurposing, reusing, and repairing, t here’s hardly a stone left unturned with Arc’teryx’s newly-launched Circularity Program.. ReBird is a platform or ‘hub’ designed to encourage buyers to explore both educational tools about sustainability, a s well as Arc’teryx’s various approaches to increasing the lifespan of their products.VENTILATED PACKS
The main brands are getting better and better at ventilated packs and minising the downsides by reducing air gaps, increasing air contact with the back and improving load transfer generally. All the systems we’ve looked at work far better than earlier versions. Our advice would be to try with a loaded pack before buying. QUECHUA 2 SECONDS EASY TENT Newsletter Terms & Conditions. Please enter your email so we can keep you updated with news, features and the latest offers. If you are not interested you can unsubscribe at any time. TURNING A HATCHBACK CAR INTO A MINI CAMPER It’s a VW Golf named Freddie. I’ve gone for a rough-and-ready conversion: to start with, I cut insulation for the windows from a large roll of Thermawrap general purpose insulation. Come evening, these pieces are easily fitted into the windows, rear window and windscreen (with the sun visors down toOUTDOORS MAGIC
Outdoors Gear, Equipment, News, Reviews, Forums, Walking Routes and More at OutdoorsMagic.com BEST BACKPACKING SLEEPING MATS 2021 Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe. Price: £155 Weight: 650g Best for: 3-season camping and backpacking Key attributes: Comfortable, clever valve design, surprisingly light Therm-a-Rest has a following for its sleeping mats that would make any other company envious. The NeoAir Topo Luxe should suit a specific type of backpacker; one who doesn’t want a heavy weight to carry but then also likes a BEST DOWN JACKETS FOR 2021 The Best Down Jackets Tested In 2021. Here’s our pick of 10 best down jackets, all of which we’ve tested over the last year. These are all available in men’s and women’s versions but if you’re looking for a women’s specific option, check out our list of the best down jackets for women.. Arc’teryx Cerium LT Jacket – BestDown Jacket On Test
10 OF THE BEST ADVENTURE MOVIES ON NETFLIX 2021 We’ve put together our pick of the best adventure movies on Netflix for 2021 as, let’s face it, we’ve all found ourselves with extra time stuck on the sofa these days. We’re hoping these outdoorsy films and documentaries, ranging from life-affirming epics to documentaries charting human endurance, will inspire you out ofhibernation.
BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX. Price: £140 Weight: 1280g The third iteration in the popular Quest series, this is a boot designed for fast and light hiking on technical terrain – think trail walking in the Pyrenees or scrambling in Snowdonia. Salomon say it was developed with running shoe-adapted technology, the evidence of this being a slightly flexible chassis and a low-ish overall weight. BEST THERMOS FLASKS REVIEWED 2021 Sigg Hot & Cold 1.0L Flask. Price: £39.95 Weight: 728g Best for: General outdoor use Key attributes: Large capacity, durable, large integrated cup An extremely robust and durable flask with a large, integrated cup. Both the flask and the cup have rubberised silicone bases to prevent them from sliding around on a flat surface. HOW TO PATCH AND REPAIR A HOLE IN A DOWN JACKET Nothing beats a down jacket for warmth to weight and packability. Whether you’re climbing, hiking or backpacking, a down jacket is almost always a useful item to have stashed in your backpack.Modern jackets are tougher than they look, largely due to the use of ripstop fabrics. However, down garments are still susceptible to wear andtear.
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The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
PÁRAMO ALTA III JACKET Why We Chose The Páramo Alta III: Warm, comfortable, eco-friendly Price: £300 Weight: 805g More info: pramo-clothing.com As a brand, Páramo are renowned in the outdoor industry for their environmentally-friendly approach to kit. Unlike many other brands, their unique Nikwax Analogy waterproofing system has never used the harmful PFC treatments that have – deservedly – attracted suchVENTILATED PACKS
With Berghaus launching their new Air Flow Pro suspended air back packs for next spring, 2010, we thought it’d be interesting to run a quick overview of the different variations on the air-vent back system theme and their strengths and weaknesses as well as the pros and consof
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10 OF THE BEST ADVENTURE MOVIES ON NETFLIX 2021 We’ve put together our pick of the best adventure movies on Netflix for 2021 as, let’s face it, we’ve all found ourselves with extra time stuck on the sofa these days. We’re hoping these outdoorsy films and documentaries, ranging from life-affirming epics to documentaries charting human endurance, will inspire you out ofhibernation.
BEST VALUE HIKING BOOTS 2021 Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX. Price: £140 Weight: 1280g The third iteration in the popular Quest series, this is a boot designed for fast and light hiking on technical terrain – think trail walking in the Pyrenees or scrambling in Snowdonia. Salomon say it was developed with running shoe-adapted technology, the evidence of this being a slightly flexible chassis and a low-ish overall weight. BEST THERMOS FLASKS REVIEWED 2021 Sigg Hot & Cold 1.0L Flask. Price: £39.95 Weight: 728g Best for: General outdoor use Key attributes: Large capacity, durable, large integrated cup An extremely robust and durable flask with a large, integrated cup. Both the flask and the cup have rubberised silicone bases to prevent them from sliding around on a flat surface. HOW TO PATCH AND REPAIR A HOLE IN A DOWN JACKET Nothing beats a down jacket for warmth to weight and packability. Whether you’re climbing, hiking or backpacking, a down jacket is almost always a useful item to have stashed in your backpack.Modern jackets are tougher than they look, largely due to the use of ripstop fabrics. However, down garments are still susceptible to wear andtear.
MONTANE AJAX JACKET
The Ajax sits right in the middle of Montane’s jacket range. Weighing in at 444g, it’s neither the lightest or the heaviest they make and is designed to be suitable for a diverse range of activities, whether that’s summer hillwalking or four-season mountaineering..Montane Ajax
PÁRAMO ALTA III JACKET Why We Chose The Páramo Alta III: Warm, comfortable, eco-friendly Price: £300 Weight: 805g More info: pramo-clothing.com As a brand, Páramo are renowned in the outdoor industry for their environmentally-friendly approach to kit. Unlike many other brands, their unique Nikwax Analogy waterproofing system has never used the harmful PFC treatments that have – deservedly – attracted suchVENTILATED PACKS
With Berghaus launching their new Air Flow Pro suspended air back packs for next spring, 2010, we thought it’d be interesting to run a quick overview of the different variations on the air-vent back system theme and their strengths and weaknesses as well as the pros and consof
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17 hours ago · For campsite holidays, beach trips or even wild camping adventures alike, a camping chair is the item you always thank yourself for bringing. Easily forgotten, but rarely regretted; a fter a long day of outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking or mountain biking, a seat to sink into and rest your weary limbs can feel like a luxury. This is certainly true when the only other option might be BEST BIVVY BAGS 2021 The Stratosphere has a series of other useful features. The poles are colour-coded to their corresponding sleeves and snap reassuringly into loops on the ground sheet; six alloy pegs enable you to fine tune the position and structure of the bivvy, creating maximum space and comfort for your night under the stars; and the military shade of green is ideal for stealthy wild camping. BEST LIGHTWEIGHT WATERPROOF JACKETS OF 2021 Used here in the R7, the result is a jacket that weighs just 118g. The secret is that in ShakeDry, the membrane is switched to the outside of the jacket and the shell fabric, which you normally find on waterproof jackets, is removed altogether, therefore meaning there’s nothing to become saturated.Water will simply bead and run straight off, and the jacket will shake dry. BEST BIKEPACKING TENTS The tent is rated for three-season use. The low-profile design, with an inconspicuous green flysheet, makes it ideal for wild camping. The tent pitches all-in-one, with the flysheet and inner attached, so getting it up quickly in the rain shouldn’t be a problem. HOW TO SAFELY CLEAN A DOWN JACKET AT HOME There’s only one thing worse than a dirty and smelly down jacket and that’s a down jacket that’s been ruined by incorrect washing. In this episode, OM editor Will goes through the steps he takes each time he washes and dries his puffer at home, including how to restore loft, how to re-proof a jacket so it can repel rain and how to get rid of bad smells like bonfire (and burnt sausages SAMAYA ASSAUT2 ULTRA, A FEATHERLIGHT FOUR-SEASON TEN... On Samaya’s website there’s a load of bamboozling, scientific-sounding jargon about how incredible Dyneema is a tent fabric: “mono-filaments of UHMWPE fibre and two layers of Mylar” and “water absorption in 24 hours for HMWPE is less than 0.01% – ASTM D570” are just two of the sentences that had us Googling definitions frantically and scratching our heads. TURNING A HATCHBACK CAR INTO A MINI CAMPER Next was constructing a bed frame for the boot; as Freddie is a hatchback and not an estate, the back seats don’t fold flat, meaning it was necessary to build something that would level this out forsleeping on.
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