Accessories & Miscellaneous
Komperdell Carbon C.2 Ultralight touring poles
The Komperdell Carbon Ultralight poles have been around for a while now, with the C.2 Ultralight described as the "most popular Komperdell touring poles" so when we decided on a trip to the Arctic Cir...
Jessie Leong reviews Vallon Heron Glacier Glasses
The best glacier glasses combine excellent protection from the harsh light, along with durable and classic aesthetic for all day comfort.
Gear Review: Salewa Quick Screw - 19cm ice screw
The reasons why you might want to get a Salewa ice screw are mainly for convenience, quickness and having something that integrates the protection and the quickdraw in one, with a holder that doesn’t ...
Helinox Passport TL120 poles: Tested & Reviewed
As mountain running with poles becomes more and more popular, I figured it was about time I found out why.
Grayl Geopress Water Purifier: Tested & Reviewed
I don't know why everybody moans about the weather on Ben Nevis. Every time I've been up the behemoth the sun has been shining bright in the sky. First time was a perfect winters day with crystal clea...
Happy Bottom Bum Butter: Tested & Reviewed
A few years ago I was writing some interactive cycling training to be rolled out country wide. I was restricted to items that this particular company sold and as I was writing the module on saddle fit...
Suunto 9 Peak Pro: Tested & Reviewed
Suunto released their new 9 Peak Pro, which they say is the most powerful multisport watch yet! With that in mind we take it out for a test.
Grayl Geopress Water Purifier: Tested & Reviewed
I don't know why everybody moans about the weather on Ben Nevis. Every time I've been up the behemoth the sun has been shining bright in the sky. First time was a perfect winters day with crystal clea...

Leatherman Free and Signal long term review
Leatherman is probably the best recognised brand name in the multi-tool market, and their tools come with a brand name price tag, but there's a reason why.
Leki Micro Vario Carbon walking poles: Tested & Reviewed
Leki are probably the best known, most respected, name in walking poles. The Micro Vario Carbon continue the brand's reputation for innovation with a balance of low weight and high strength in a 3-par...
Helinox Passport TL120 poles: Tested & Reviewed
As mountain running with poles becomes more and more popular, I figured it was about time I found out why.
Hiplok Z Lok: Tested & Reviewed
As a rule of thumb when you buy a lock for your bike you spend about a tenth of what you've paid for the bike.So if you've paid £1000 you should spend a £100. Great advice and I've followed it, but, a...