11th November 2022
Silva Terra Scout XT review
The new Terra Scout XT is based on Silva’s established Scout 3XTH head torch a mid-range model offering a decent level of performance.
Advertisement
Archives: Reviews
-
-
11th November 2022
Petzl Tikkina review
Petzl’s classic Tikka and Tikkina lamps have been around for many years. In 2022 the design has been revamped: the lamp has a wider, more contemporary design and a new hinge.
-
11th November 2022
GP Batteries – XPLOR PHR17 review
Although marketed as a lamp for trail running, the new PHR17 has a good feature set for hiking and backpacking. Although GP Batteries claims it weighs 60g, read the small print and you’ll see that…
-
11th November 2022
Black Diamond Astro 300-R review
The Astro 300-R takes an entry-level position in Black Diamond’s new range. It looks like a slimmed-down version of the Storm 500-R
-
11th November 2022
Black Diamond Storm 500-R review
Black Diamond has launched a new range of head lamps for 2022 with better specs and new features. The outgoing Storm 400 was a well-reviewed classic, so I was excited to test the new 500-R
-
4th November 2022
Review: Satmap Active 20 GPS
Alex Roddie tests the Satmap Active 20, a high-end GPS with both touchscreen and button navigation
-
31st October 2022
Danner Panorama Hiking Boots: First Look
The Panorama is the latest boot from long-established US boot company Danner. It’s a low-cut boot with a suede upper, a wide PU coated leather rand, and a waterproof membrane.
-
24th October 2022
Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L
Packs designed for travel are often soft suitcases with shoulder straps. They’re not intended for hillwalking and are often not very comfortable for long walks or stable on rough ground. The Peak Design Travel Backpack…
-
13th October 2022
RAB Women’s Xenair Alpine review
The RAB women's Xanair Alpine is understated, functional and it's hard to find fault with something so well-designed, says Lucy Wallace.
-
28th September 2022
Henri-Lloyd Mav Lite Shell: First Look
Henri-Lloyd’s new waterproof jacket is made from two environmentally friendly fabrics, which is excellent. The outer fabric is recycled polyester, which is now found on an increasing number of jackets. Inside is where it gets…
-
16th September 2022
Klättermusen Ansur Hooded Katla Cotton Wind Jacket
Klättermusen’s latest windproof jacket is made from an interesting and unusual form of cotton. Katla Cotton is “subjected to pressure and heat to resemble geological compaction”, resulting in a fabric with “synthetic-like characteristics”.
