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24th August 2023
ON makes big claims for the Storm jacket, including “a waterproof jacket that’s ready for anything” with an ability to “defy the elements”. Certainly, it has decent weatherproofing credentials – a three-layer waterproof/breathable membrane, fully…
23rd August 2023
The Alpkit Fortitude is an easy jacket to wear and like which is why it features in our guide to the best waterproof jackets. The fabric feels durable whilst still being quite soft and flexible…
20th March 2023
This is an all-carbon, five-section, folding lock-based pole that folds small and is quite lightweight… although not quite as small and lightweight as claimed on the website.
13th May 2022
This new jacket uses a fabric that dates back to World War Two. Chris Townsend puts it to the best, and find it works surprisingly well.
2nd May 2021
Lightweight and low cost, the Alpkit Ordos 2 performed well in Chris Townsend's test of two-person tents for the May 2021 issue of The Great Outdoors. Read the full review here.
27th May 2019
Chris Townsend reviews a very light waterproof from Alpkit.
5th June 2018
Chris Townsend reviews a tough, minimalist pack made in the UK
17th October 2017
Alex Roddie tests a minimalist waterproof daypack to destruction over seven years
25th June 2017
Chris Townsend tests some very stretchy walking trousers from Alpkit
20th December 2016
It was the lightest in test, but how did Alpkit's headtorch stand up in Chris Townsend's review?
20th August 2016
Get our full breakdown of Alpkit's merino baselayer
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