This year Mountain Equipment (ME) launched their new cragging clothing series to extend their line of world class mountain clothing. Continue reading
Clothing
Choosing the right clothing for your outdoor adventures needs some research. There are new designs and materials launched every year, so when you've selected the type of gear you want, here's where you can find some help with a bit more detail. Reviews from Outside staff are based on personal experience, testing in all weathers and for a variety of outdoor activities in the Peak District and beyond.
And if you have any questions you can't find the answer to, you can always chat with us or email us here.
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Rab Strata Hoody Review
Finding a layering system that works for you can be pretty tricky to get right. Continue reading
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Stormtracker Gloves Review
The Outdoor Research Stormtracker Gloves are the Goldilocks choice – just right in every way. Continue reading
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Rab Nimbus Jacket Review
Better than down in damp conditions, looks good and at a great price. This is what the Rab Nimbus jacket has to offer! Continue reading
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Millet Trilogy Primaloft Jacket Review
I tested the Millet Trilogy Primaloft jacket in Nepal this October. The pictures are from the top of Mera Peak at about 6400m on Saturday 25th October 2014, with the Everest Group in the background. Obviously Primaloft is well known to everyone as probably the best synthetic insulation and it is great stuff, very warm for the weight and still warm in the wet. Continue reading
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Fuseform Originator Jacket Review
The Fuseform Originator jacket, an ideal summer waterproof; light, surprisingly packable and very tough for the weight. Continue reading
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Dynama Pant Review
Tough but light, warm but cool, great for climbing or walking - are the Dynama Pant magic pants? Continue reading
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Lodestar Gloves Review
An amazing glove and my weapon of choice when going for a hard lead. Continue reading
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Thermoball Hoodie Review
Sally tests her TNF Thermoball hoodie on Stanage, Scottish lochs and in Sainsburys! Continue reading
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Berghaus Vapourlight Hypertherm Review
Berghaus Vapourlight Hypertherm - Simple minimal and ultralight,.
It's a pretty heavy duty name for such a superlight piece of gear, but don't be put off, it's fab. I first used this jacket up in the Lakes last summer. Continue reading