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Uisdean Hawthorn


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Uisdean Hawthorn is a Scottish winter climber and Alpinist with some extremely impressive ascents to his name. 

In 2018, Uisdean set a winter speed record for the Cuillin Traverse, knocking over one hour from the previous known fastest time and completing it in just 4 hours 57 minutes and 7 seconds.

The same year, together with Tom Livingstone, Uisdean climbed a new route in the Revelations Range of Alaska called Fun or Fear .


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News New Routes in Bugaboos and Canadian Rockies by Uisdean Hawthorn

Scottish climber Uisdean Hawthorn has been busy making first ascents and impressive repeats in Canada's Bugaboos and Rocky Mountains over the summer and autumn seasons. Uisdean moved to Canada last November and has been making the most ...

Fri Night Vid Fun or Fear - New Route in the Revelations, Alaska

Our Friday Night Video this week is an expedition to the Revelations Range in Alaska. Tom Livingstone and Uisdean Hawthorn attempt the unclimbed north face of Mt. Jezebel (2880m) but due to severe weather, turn their attention to the...

News Uisdean Hawthorn Sets Winter Cuillin Record

On Monday 26th Feb Uisdean Hawthorn set a probable new speed record for a winter Cuillin traverse, travelling solo and unsupported to record a blistering time of 4:57:07. We caught up with him to find out more.


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Mountain Equipment Vega - update of a classic

A versatile midweight down jacket, the Vega is warm enough for winter mountains but light enough to remain packable, says Tom Ripley. In fact he rates it so much, he's on his third...

Mountain Equipment Earthrise Jacket - Down Needn't Cost The Earth

Lightweight down jackets are ubiquitous these days, so one way to stand out in this crowded market is to offer a more sustainable product. The Earthrise Hooded Jacket successfully combines environmentally conscious materials...

Scarpa Mescalito TRK Pro GTX Men's and Women's Boots

"This feels like a nice 3-season walking boot that Scarpa have tried to winterise, without actually making it properly crampon compatible..." say Graham Uney and Sharon Kennedy. But for largely non-snowy use, and assuming the lack of half...

Mountain Equipment Switch Pro Hooded Jacket and Switch Trousers

Quick-drying, breathable, and very warm for their minimal weight, these lined softshells make a...

Scarpa Veloce Lace - Intermediate Performance Meets Beginner Comfort

On paper, perhaps the Veloce Lace shouldn't work, says Tim Hill; and yet it really does....

Gear of the Year 2023

Our reviewers see a lot of gear, and while most is pretty good there will always be a few real stand-outs. Looking back over the last...

Mountain Equipment Tupilak 14 Vest Pack

"You'd get the most out of this pack if you like keeping things fast, efficient, and minimalist. If you are inclined to...


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CWIF 16-17th March 2024 - Registration now open!

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SCARPA steps forward to sponsor mountain running events

SCARPA has signed up as title sponsor of the Great Lakeland 3Day for the next three editions...

Outside Deals - Save up to 30% on Scarpa Mojito & DMM Trance harness

The latest deals from Outside are on DMM Trance harness - Save 24% and...

New Gear Autumn / Winter 2021

In our final roundup of new gear for Autumn/Winter 2021, we take a look at an eclectic mix of headtorches, footwear, packs,...

New Clothing Autumn / Winter 2021

We have spent the last couple of months catching up with brands up and down the country and checking out their quality...


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