14th August 2017
Gear Editor's Column: RuitBag Crush Daypack
Chris Townsend is a world-leading authority on outdoor gear. In his weekly column, he assesses new innovations and tests exclusive early samples of new kit
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2nd August 2017
Gear Editor’s Column: Primus PrimeTech Stove Set 1.3L
Chris Townsend is a world-leading authority on outdoor gear. In his weekly column, he assesses new innovations and tests exclusive early samples of new kit. This week he reviews a multi-person stove set from Primus
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27th July 2017
Montane Minimus Stretch Waterproof Jacket
Chris Townsend is a world-leading authority on outdoor gear. In his weekly column, he assesses new innovations and tests exclusive early samples of new kit. Today he tests out Montane's Minimus Stretch waterproof jacket
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21st July 2017
Gear Editor’s Column: Care Plus Travel Set & Netspex
Chris Townsend is a world-leading authority on outdoor gear. In his weekly column, he assesses new innovations and tests exclusive early samples of new kit. This week he examines essential sun and insect protection for…
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13th June 2017
Chris's Column: PHD Waferlite Down Jacket
Gear Editor Chris Townsend is astonished by the ultra light weight of PHD’s Waferlite down jacket A few weeks ago I wrote about PHD’s Summer Lightning Collection 2017. Since then two of these ultralight items…
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7th June 2017
Chris's Column: Keen UNEEK 02 Sandals
Unusual Lightweight Cord Sandals Keen launched the unusual UNEEK sandals last year. With a flexible two cord construction they are designed to adapt to your feet for a perfect fit. I didn’t try this first…
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24th May 2017
Chris's Column: PHD Summer Lightning Collection 2017
Ultralight down clothing & sleeping bags PHD’s annual collection of ultralight down clothing and sleeping bags is as interesting and exciting as usual. For backpackers who want to cut the weight of their load these…
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17th May 2017
Chris’s Column: Inov8 Roclite 325 Boots
Ultralight Footwear With Superb Grip Trail shoes are my preference for three-season walking unless it’s hot enough for sandals. For many years Inov8 Terrocs, now sadly discontinued, were my favourite shoes due to the comfort,…
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12th May 2017
Chris's Column: WakaWaka Power+ Solar Charger + Light
A lightweight battery charger & torch Portable chargers are now an essential item of equipment for many walkers, particularly for smartphones but also for GPS units, e-readers, headlamps and more. How powerful a charger you…
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2nd May 2017
Chris's Column: Thule Stir 35L Pack
Chris gives his verdict on Thule's Stir backpack
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25th April 2017
Chris's Column: Páramo Bentu Windproof & Fleece
Chris tests Páramo's interesting new two-piece waterproof system