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Haglofs Roc Sheer GTX Jacket

Lightweight and well-cut for climbing and scrambling, this is a perfect just-in-case shell to live in the bottom of your bag, says Tom Ripley. But it's pretty decent when you get it on, too.

4 14 Nov

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These are reviews from the UKC editorial team

Patagonia Triolet Jacket - PFC-Free, and Built to Take Abuse

Featuring Gore's new PFC-free ePE membrane, the Triolet is a superb and very burly shell, says Rob Greenwood, capable of year-round use in a wide variety of disciplines, and built to take plenty of abuse.

12 3 Nov

Exped Core 35

Aimed at those looking for a minimalist yet durable pack for mountain and alpine trips, the Core 35 prioritises functionality over unnecessary features. We tested the bag over summer and autumn, both here in the UK and on a trip to the Ecrins, and were suitably impressed.

11 31 Oct

Rab Mythic G Jacket

If you're looking for the best warmth available at a minimalist weight, then this top-of-the-market down jacket must be pretty much the state of the art, reckons Dan Bailey.

26 Oct

Kouba Axel Plus and Flex Cams

They lack the refinement of better established and more expensive brands, but if you are building a trad rack on a budget then...

9 20 Oct

Edelrid Eagle Lite Protect Pro Dry 9.5mm

When it comes to single ropes, it's tempting to assume that thicker and heavier necessarily equals more durable and...

6 12 Oct

Group Test Recycled Gear - Reducing Our Impact

With a growing awareness of environmental issues, and the urgent need for greater sustainability, many outdoor brands...

3 3 Oct

LED Lenser NEO 5R - an excellent all-rounder

Compact, comfy and bounce-free, the NEO 5R is an excellent midweight, mid-power torch for night running, says Dan...

7 7 Sep

Latest News

These are announcements direct from manufacturers

Fully Committed: Salewa's Latest Mountain Boot

Salewa's Ortles collection is its most technical and performance-oriented range, named after Mt Ortles (3,905m), the highest point in the South Tyrol region.

20 Sep

Berghaus MTN Guide Hyper Alpha

In the MTN Guide Hyper Alpha, Berghaus has brought together two high performance fabrics to create an ultra-lightweight waterproof and insulated shell for long, hard days in the mountains.

19 Sep

Why choose a Tendon rope?

A long established brand from the Czech Republic who has been at the forefront of rope manufacture and development for decades, Tendon have been leading the way in rope technology advancement. Manufactured at their Lanex factory in the EU, Tendon are also a...

21 Aug