
1st April 2025
We asked a Highlands Ranger to test the best emergency kit for hiking 2025
Peter Macfarlane directs us to the kit you'll want in your pack should the worst happen.
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1st April 2025
Peter Macfarlane directs us to the kit you'll want in your pack should the worst happen.
20th February 2025
The Petzl Bindi headtorch is light and bright; a good backup for any hillgoer, says Peter Macfarlane.
20th February 2025
A lighter model may suit you but the Juice Holder performance and reliability has been a source of confidence.
20th February 2025
No downsides were found to carrying this bit of emergency kit into the hills.
20th February 2025
Peter Macfarlane recommends this comprehensive first aid kit to take out into the hills - but suggests some additions of his own.
19th February 2025
19th February 2025
Peter Macfarlane dubs this storm shelter an essential bit of emergency kit to have in your pack.
6th February 2025
Peter Macfarlane finds the duck down Robens Serac 900 -20°C extremely comfortable for its weight.
6th February 2025
The Gruezi-Bag Biopod is an excellent bag with some unusual features that add a little bulk.
5th February 2025
The Mountain Equipment Glacier 700 is a warm and lightweight but minimalist bag recommended by Peter Macfarlane.
5th February 2025
Peter Macfarlane feels instant warmth for this excellent, lightweight winter bag from Rab.
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