Outdoor gear reviews and news from the field
Inov8 TrailFly Ultra G 300 Max ($190 / €195 / £170) It’s been one month since I first unboxed my Inov8 Trailfly Ultra G 300 Max trail shoes. In this post, I’m going to do as thorough and honest a review as possible based on my experiences so far. Some caveats I have not yet… Continue reading Gear review: Inov8 Trailfly Ultra G300 Max
New Ultra-Light Tarp Shelters from ALPS These new ultra-light tarp shelters from ALPS could be a great addition to your gear list. ALPS Mountaineering is a manufacturer of performance-driven technical support gear. Their two new products are specifically designed for backpackers and long-haul day hikers. ALPS Ultra-Light Tarp Shelter The Ultra-Light Tarp Shelter is for… Continue reading New Ultra-Light Tarp Shelters from ALPS
Wacaco brings their most compact portable espresso machine to market Wacaco has developed its lightest and most compact portable espresso machine today. The Picopresso is a high-end manual espresso machine that uses groundbreaking piston-driven technology. The Picopresso builds on the success of its predecessors, the Minipresso and Nanopresso. The Picopress promises the convenience and versatility… Continue reading Portable Espresso Machine takes Camp Coffee to Next Level
Unibank Pull Cord Powerbank wins Sustainability Award The Unibank Pull Cord Powerbank is rechargeable via its pull and power charger or via USB, making it incredibly versatile. Pulling the cord by hand for 90 seconds can give you 25 minutes of talk time on a typical smartphone. Award-Winning Pull Cord Powerbank Innovation The pull cord… Continue reading Unibank Pull Cord Powerbank wins Sustainability Award
Shwood Release Sustainable Sunglasses Range Sustainable Sunglasses are the USP of the new CAMP range from Shwood. Shwood Eyewear is traditionally an urban brand, but its new CAMP range is targeted at the outdoor market. Shwood saw a need for affordable polarized eyewear with spring hinges that were durable enough for outdoor adventure. Sustainable Sunglasses… Continue reading Shwood Release Sustainable Sunglasses Range
Mountain Hardwear Launches New Hoverbelt Technology Mountain Hardwear’s new hoverbelt technology multi-day hiking packs feature a revolutionary pivoting belt. The brand continues to expand from just climb inspired packs to more general outdoor and multi-day excursion gear. Multi-directional hip belt aids dynamic movement and comfort. The hover hip belt attaches to a spring steel frame… Continue reading Mountain Hardwear Launches New Hoverbelt Technology
Komperdell release Ultra-Light Self-Deploying Trekking Poles The New Carbon FXP.4 Cloud Foldable Poles from Komperdell are the first Ultra-Light Self-Deploying Trekking Poles. Unique to Komperdell, the FXP Cloud Series poles are self-deploying, yet despite the low weight remain bombproof. Made from carbon fibre, these ultra-light hiking poles weigh in at just 173g. Fully extended they… Continue reading Komperdell release Ultra-Light Self-Deploying Trekking Poles
Osprey have just released a beautiful Limited Edition Osprey Talon Ghost. The Talon Ghost is a revamped version of their classic day pack in a very chic all-white colour scheme. (Read our review of the Classic Talon Backpack here). Limited Edition Osprey Talon Ghost Osprey’s Limited Edition Osprey Talon Ghost is intended as a multi-purpose… Continue reading Limited Edition Osprey Talon Ghost
Hillsound Equipment Launch Packstack Backpack Packing System Canadian outdoor specialists Hillsound are launching a new Backpack Packing System to protect and organize your gear. The new ergonomically designed backpack packing systems help keep gear protected and organized with no wasted space. We are thrilled to see the PackStack™ and PackStack™ Pro come to life. We… Continue reading Hillsound Equipment Launch Packstack Backpack Packing System
USWE 100% Bounce-Free Running Vests Sweedish Backpack specialists USWE have launched a Bounce-Free Running Vest. The company started out making backpacks for off-road motorbiking. They developed their “No Dancing Monkey™ suspension harness system” to cope with all the bouncing around. Their new vests and hydration packs take this technology and apply it to trail running.… Continue reading USWE 100% Bounce-Free Running Vests
Inov8 Trailfly Ultra Unboxing and First Impressions After a long wait in customs (thanks Brexit), we finally received our new Inov8 Trailfly Ultras this week. I’ll do a thorough review next week after I’ve had chance to put them through their paces. For now though I wanted to give my first impressions. That’s a Big… Continue reading Inov8 Trailfly Ultra Unboxing and First Impressions
Thermacell Launch Most Powerful USB Mosquito Repeller Yet The New Thermacell E55 is their Most Powerful USB Mosquito Repeller to date, providing a 6-meter radius of protection. Spring is here, and summer’s on its way. We’re looking forward to more time outside in the sun and fresh air. More hiking, climbing, camping and barbecues. Happy… Continue reading Thermacell Launch Most Powerful USB Mosquito Repeller Yet