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Polartec Alpha Direct explained

Posted by Mark Richardson on May 19, 2022

Alpha Direct is one of a range of insulation from Polartec, we explain what it does and include our opinion of it.

Gram-counter Gear VLT Tent Review - Trek Scotland

Posted by Trek Scotland on May 18, 2022

The VLT from Gram-Counter Gear is a single skin tent, saving on weight and bulk through less fabric being used. This concept has been popular for some time now and it just so happens our introduction to single skin tents came a few years ago from the designer of this very shelter, so we were obviously very eager to see how the VLT would perform for us in Scotland. The name VLT simpl …
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What is Pertex Shield Pro?

Posted by Mark Richardson on May 18, 2022

Pertex Shield Pro is one of a range of waterproof fabrics from Pertex, we explain what the fabric is and does here including our opinion.

What is Pertex Shield Air?

Posted by Mark Richardson on May 18, 2022

Pertex Shield Air is one of a range of waterproof fabrics from Pertex, we explain what the fabric is and does here including our opinion.

What is Pertex Shield?

Posted by Mark Richardson on May 18, 2022

Pertex Shield is one of a range of waterproof fabrics from Pertex, we explain what the fabric is and does here, including our opinion of it.

What is Pertex Quantum?

Posted by Mark Richardson on May 18, 2022

Pertex Quantum is one of a range of ultralight fabrics from Pertex, we explain what the fabric is and does here including our opinion.

What is Pertex Quantum Pro?

Posted by Mark Richardson on May 18, 2022

Pertex Quantum is one of a range of ultralight fabrics from Pertex, we explain what the fabric is and does here including our opinion.

What is Pertex Quantum Air?

Posted by Mark Richardson on May 18, 2022

Pertex Quantum Air is one of a range of ultralight fabrics from Pertex, we explain what the fabric is and does here including our opinion.

Pertex Fabrics Overview

Posted by Mark Richardson on May 18, 2022

We summarise the Pertex fabric range here. Follow the links for more information.

Polartec Wind Pro explained

Posted by Mark Richardson on May 17, 2022

Wind Pro is one of a range of insulating fabrics from Polartec, we explain what it does and include our opinion of it.

Polartec Thermal Pro High Loft explained

Posted by Mark Richardson on May 16, 2022

Thermal Pro High Loft is one of a range of insulating fabrics from Polartec, we explain what it does and include our opinion of it.

GORE-TEX Overview

Posted by Mark Richardson on May 12, 2022

GORE-TEX comes in many forms - we look at the full range on this page - Whether you're hiking with friends or exploring downtown with your family, you need protection from the elements. GORE-TEX garments come in a wide range of styles, for a huge range of activities, but every single one comes with the GUARANTEED TO KEEP YOU DRY™ promise, is totally windproof, and very breathable.