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TRAIL MAGAZINE: Review Inov-8's trail shoes have always been renowned for low weight and reliable traction but aren't known for an accommodating fit or plush cushioning. However, the Rocfly G 350 is a different beast altogether. These trainer-style hikers fuse a superlight knitted upper with a seriously chunky, cushioned midsole. They offer great out-of-the-box comfort, with a generously padded t …

TRAIL MAGAZINE: Review Despite looking like a technical approach shoe, with a low- profile toe box, extended lacing and a wraparound rand, we'd describe the TX5 as a sort of hybrid 'approach-hiker'. Built for mixed terrain, they're ideal for those classic big days out that might involve double- figure mileage and long, undulating ridgelines, as well as the odd scramble. They are much more forgivi …

TRAIL MAGAZINE: Review Whether being used. to drink direct from the source, or to fill up a bottle or bladder, the hand-pumped TrailShot filters out almost all (99.9%) bacteria, protozoa, and particulates. It can treat 1 litre of water in 60 seconds and is compact enough to fit in the stash. pocket of a rucksack.

TRAIL MAGAZINE: Review Innovative zipperless design, clever features, comfy, affordable. A tad heavy, style won't suit everyone, risk of draughts, requires a good mat This is the synthetic version of Sierra Designs' Cloud 20° down bag. It's £130 cheaper but 490g heavier and not as warm. Like the Cloud 20°, the Night Cap 20° adopts an innovative design. There's not zip, but the bag still opens wid …

TRAIL MAGAZINE: Review Incredibly light, 850 fill power, excellent for long-distance treks Disappointing comfort rating, risk of down separating, low fill weight This sleeping bag is designed for the gram- counting, ultralight camper who still needs. 3-season protection. Top quality 850 fill power goose down (the highest grade down on test) fills both horizontal and vertical baffles, delivering a …

TRAIL MAGAZINE: Review Tried and tested design, excellent warmth-to-weight ratio, multiple sizes and versions Pricey, narrow mummy-style won't suit everyone Rab's Neutrino down sleeping bags have a longstanding and stellar reputation. Now featuring an eco upgrade for 2022, with PFC-free DWR treatments and more recycled materials (such as the 100% polyamide lining and recycled Pertex Quantum shell …

TRAIL MAGAZINE: Review Lightweight, warmth-to-weight ratio, premium design, first-rate features Expensive, comfort rating could be warmer for the price With an EN/ISO comfort rating of 0°C but weighing just 810g, the Parsec 20F/-6C strikes a sweet spot between warmth and weight for 3-season use - truly one bag suitable for early spring to late autumn. This is achieved through a healthy 470g porti …

TRAIL MAGAZINE: Review There is a lot to like about this sleeping bag. With a 1°C comfort rating but weighing just 665g (the second lightest here), the warmth- to-weight ratio is impressive, striking a nice compromise for 3-season use in all but the coldest of spring or autumn days. If reducing your pack weight is a priority, and you're likely to be camping in warmer climes, the Hydrogen 30° is a …

THE GREAT OUTDOORS: MAGAZINESea to Summit releases its 'warmest ever' sleeping mat Sea to Summit's latest mat, the Etherlight XT Extreme, is the thickest and warmest the company has ever made. With an R-value of over 6 it should be warm at -30°C, whilst the 10cm thickness makes it very comfortable. The mat features Sea to Summit's air-sprung cells, which deform independently to allow the mat to co …

TRAIL MAGAZINE: ReviewThis tent defies the expectation that small, lightweight solo backpacking tents are cramped and coffin-like. It's got great headroom and a generous rectangular inner footprint with good length and width. This makes it extremely liveable, aided by a generous porch area that means gear doesn't have to be stored in with you. The exceptional space-to-weight is achieved via a desi …

TRAIL MAGAZINE: Review This hybrid design is halfway between a single-skin shelter and a conventional double-wall tent. Like many ultralight shelters, it uses trekking poles instead of standard tent poles, but unlike most, it is very easy to pitch. The weight and pack size are both impressive, but when set up it isexceptionally roomy. An integrated spreader bar adds headroom, ensuring even the ta …

TRAIL MAGAZINE: Review This unusual tent also lacks conventional poles, instead using a pair of trekking poles, placed at opposite corners, to create the structure. Again, this makes for a very light and packable design. It does require a little practice to get a consistent pitch, since the asymmetric offset configurationis a bit of a headscratcher on initial set-up. But despite the strange looks …