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Mountain packs around 40 litres

For year-round climbing, mountaineering, hillwalking and even overnight backpacking, packs around the 40 litre mark are a versatile do-it-all size. Here we put ten of the best mountain all-rounders through their paces.

28 20 Jul

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Latest Reviews

These are reviews from the UKC editorial team

Red Chili Mystix

Alan James takes a look at the new Red Chili Mystix. An indoor bouldering shoe as claimed, or an outdoor precision tool for steep sport and trad - which is it?

16 Jul

Black Diamond Fuel Approach Shoe

It's light and cool for summer, but though the Fuel is Black Diamond's most capable approach shoe, it's not a great choice for scrambles or mountain crags in the slippery UK hills, says Dan Bailey. Best saved for less demanding days, or hot rock trips...

10 13 Jul

Rab Kinetic Alpine 2.0 Jacket and Pants

Rab's Kinetic Alpine, the hardshell that feels like a softshell, has been given a makeover to make it more durable, with features better suited to climbing and scrambling. Rob Greenwood and Penny Orr check out the new men's and women's jacket and...

9 Jul

AKU Rock DFS approach shoe

The Rock DFS from AKU is an approach shoe with a twist: a unique double lacing system which enables you to quickly adjust the front...

2 6 Jul

Scarpa's new Boostic

UKC's Rob Greenwood and Alan James take a joint look at the new Scarpa Boostic, and reach quite different verdicts. Is it an improvement...

23 2 Jul

Trekmates Caps - Stanage GTX and Shine

Peaked caps - they're hardly the most exciting subject, but whether you want to keep the glare out of your eyes or the...

7 29 Jun

Dynafit Alpine Running Shoe

Light but not flimsy, the Alpine is a good all-round running shoe for shorter distances and mixed conditions, says Rob Greenwood,...

25 Jun

North Wales Bouldering, 3rd Edition

22 Jun

Salewa Dropline Mid Shoe

2 18 Jun

Montane VIA Trail Running Clothing Collection Review

7 15 Jun

Scarpa Little Terra kid's boot

4 11 Jun

Montane Azote 32 pack

8 Jun

North York Moors

12 4 Jun

Arc'teryx Atom LT jacket - a lightweight best worn on the go

1 Jun

Montane Running Packs: Gecko VP5+, Gecko VP20+ and Gecko Ultra V+

18 28 May

Trekmates Gaiters - range overview

16 25 May

Julbo Sunglasses: Monterosa 2, Montebianco 2 and Shield M

18 May

Montane Phoenix Stretch Jacket

14 May

Unparallel Flagship

8 11 May

Latest Group Tests

These feature many different product ranges, reviewed by the UKC editorial team

Comfy All-Day Rock Shoes

For beginners taking their first steps on the rock, or more experienced climbers looking for a foot-friendly rock shoe for long routes and lower-grade days, a flatter and more neutral model may be preferable to the toe-cramping asymmetry of a d...

47 1 Dec, 2020

Micro Cams

Micro cams are among the most useful pieces of gear on a trad climber's rack. Having a tiny cam you can rely on to protect otherwise unprotectable sections of rock can make the difference between arriving at the top of your route... or at the bottom. However their tiny size...

48 8 Sep, 2020

Large Bouldering Mats

Biggest isn't always best, but in bouldering it certainly has its place. Larger pads are ideal for higher problems, awkward landings, or anyone with lower limb niggles - but on the other hand they're less ideal when it comes to storing or carrying them. Here we...

29 7 Jul, 2020

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