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Alpkit Bouldering Mats - Mujo and Project 20 May 2013

thumb Alpkit have been making bouldering mats for nearly 15 years. 2013 has seen them introduce some new mats plus make modifications... [ full review ]

La Sportiva Stickit Kids Rock Shoe 15 May 2013

thumb 3 year-old Nyah Davidson tries out the tiny La Sportiva Stickit Rockshoes... "I can't quite tie my own shoe laces yet and the... [ full review ]

Scarpa Gea RS Ski Touring Boots 29 Apr 2013

thumb Sarah Stirling has been 'shredding the gnar' in the Scarpa Gea RS touring boots. "Very free and flexible in walk mode, the Gea... [ full review ]

Polvere Ski Mountaineering Skis 24 Apr 2013

thumb Sarah Stirling reviews some lightweight skis from Ski Trab. They were good on the uphills, but how did they cope with the... [ full review ]

REVIEW / VIDEO: The Click-Up Belay Device Apr 2013

thumb This innovative assisted-braking belay device from Climbing Technology is aimed at the single-rope sport climber and indoor... [ full review ]

Rab Infinity Down Jacket Apr 2013

thumb Sarah Stirling reviews a lightweight down jacket from British brand, Rab... [ full review ]

Mountain Hard Shells Apr 2013

thumb In this review we outline the important things to look for in a hard shell, then compare eight men's and women's jackets we've... [ full review ]

Mountain Equipment Snowline SL Sleeping Bag Mar 2013

thumb Toby Archer checks out a top of the range bag that allies super light technology (hence the "SL" tag) to enough top quality goose... [ full review ]

Mid Layer Fleeces Mar 2013

thumb Dan and Pegs Bailey test out a selection of lightweight fleece tops for men and women. [ full review ]

ROCKFAX - Spain : Costa Blanca Mar 2013

thumb The fifth Rockfax publication to cover the superb climbing found on Spain's Costa Blanca was published back in February. Regular... [ full review ]

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Mid Layer Fleeces Mar 2013

thumb Dan and Pegs Bailey test out a selection of lightweight fleece tops for men and women. [ full review ]

Mountain Hard Shells Apr 2013

thumb In this review we outline the important things to look for in a hard shell, then compare eight men's and women's jackets we've... [ full review ]

Mammut RescYou Crevasse Rescue Device Mar 2013

thumb Steve Long reviews the RescYou, Mammut's innovative crevasse rescue device, which can be used to rescue yourself or other... [ full review ]

REVIEW / VIDEO: The Click-Up Belay Device Apr 2013

thumb This innovative assisted-braking belay device from Climbing Technology is aimed at the single-rope sport climber and indoor... [ full review ]

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DMM Torque Nuts Sep 2009

thumb DMM Torque Nuts are protection devices based on the hexcentric theme. But do they have a place in the current market? Toby... [ full review ]

Andy Kirkpatrick's Doctor Gear: Bivy Bags vs. Bothy Bags Jul 2008

thumb In this interactive article series, gear guru and mountain funny man Andy Kirkpatrick will answer your questions on gear. From... [ full review ]

WHAT TO WEAR FOR: Scottish Winter Climbing Dec 2010

thumb Edinburgh-based climber Viv Scott takes a look at modern Scottish winter clothing systems and gear, and reviews his top pick of... [ full review ]

Crampons - Everything you need to know! Oct 2008

thumb Paul Lewis is a mountaineering instructor with a fetish for metal spikes. Here he stomps his way through a selection of... [ full review ]

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2011: (61 reviews)

2010: (89 reviews)

2009: (74 reviews)

2008: (77 reviews)

2007: (43 reviews)

2006: (25 reviews)

2005: (24 reviews)