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The Sawyer Mini water filter is versatile, weighs just 65g and is guaranteed to filter 100,000 litres of water. Screw it to the top of the 16oz (455ml) pouch included or onto any standard water bottle to drink directly, use the removable straw to drink straight from the source, or connect it to your hydration bladder.VERDICTSmall, light, and incredibly versatile, this stalwart removes 99.99999% of …

Water sanitation comes in all shapes and sizes these days, but I love the simplicity and portability of this super-lightweight filter. It weighs just 95g and the reservoir just wraps around the filter, taking no space in your rucksack. It works quickly and effortlessly, to decant clean water, free from particles, bacteria and protozoa into whatever container you want (including straight into your …

Extendable packs usually gain space vertically, but this isn't ideal. Not only can the pack become unwieldly tall, but any gear stowed at the base is then even more difficult to access. The Flex Capacitor rucksack solves both these problems. Rather than extending upwards, it uses a double fold of material on the front and a series of cinch cords to expand or contract the circumference of the pack, …

This is a waterproof and breathable glove with a Gore-Tex insert that offers reasonable dexterity, toasty warmth and impressivetoughness. The palms, thumbs, knuckles and all the fingers are made from goatskin, which gives great protection and excellent grip, ideal for technical mountaineering. The pre-curved shape and rollover fingertips further enhance overall durability and tactility.VERDICTOur …

Slide your hands into the Extremities Torres Peak gloves and the warmth is instantaneous. This comes from a luxuriously high-loft fleece lining and an opulently generous helping of Primaloft insulation. Along cuff extends this coziness over the wrist, while Extremities' in-house X Dry technology ensures the gloves are waterproof, windproof, and breathable.VERDICTA warm, cozy, and thickly- padded g …

These warm, tough and waterproof mountaineering gloves have a nylon outer shell with goatskin reinforcements on palms, fingers and thumbs. Inside, a thick pile lining wicks superbly, keeping handsdry and comfortable. Extended cuffs with a drawcord closure ensure a good seal, while wrist leashes help to prevent losing one in the hills.VERDICTWarm, well-built gloves that are cracking value too. More …

I've used these every week for 4 years, all year round, and they're still going strong. Leg vents mean they're nice and cool in the summer. The stretchy material makes them super flexible when you're scrambling. I find them a slightly strange cut at the top of the legs, but other than that they're money well spent.VERDICTEven comfy enough to sleep in. …

Described as Rab's "most technical protective gaiter", the Muztag is made from 40-denier Gore-Tex Pro for maximum waterproofing. It also features super-tough 300-denier nylon ankle reinforcements, an elasticated ankle, zipless hook-and-loop front closure, rubberized underfoot strap, and single-handed drawcord upper hem adjustment. Or, in other words, it's an all-singing, all-dancing, protective ga …

If you're looking for a reliably waterproof and breathable pair of gaiters at a decent price, the Trekmates Cairngorms are a good choice. The Gore-Tex fabric keeps feet dry without getting too hot and sweaty, and though they perhaps aren't quite as tough as premium rivals, they'll still fend off any of the debris you're likely to encounter on mountain tracks and upland terrain.VERDICTLightweight a …

The Haglofs Duality technology is one of a kind; they have an interesting, unique design, aesthetically they look fantastic and the interchangeable midsole aims to offer two shoes in one. The deep midsoles mean that the majority of the support is inside the shoe, which offers incredible comfort. There is a reason they are referred to as midsoles rather than insoles as they are much more …

For comfort levels and bounce, it's hard to beat this range. The deep sole seems to divide opinion, but for me it moulds around uneven ground providing superb traction and cushioning. The latest addition is the Anacapa with a Vibram Megagrip sole of 5mm lugs, a Gore-Tex liner and a combination of leather and recycled polyester.VERDICTSupreme cushioning and comfort, it's the armchair of trail shoes …

The Rush Trail OTX is a shoe version of the Rush TRK lightweight boot introduced last year. The upper features scratch-resistant leather for waterproofing, breathability and durability, and is matched with a PFC Free Gore-Tex tining. The Presa Supergum sole - created by Scarpa's in-house development team - has trekking-oriented lugs with different thicknesses to aid downhill braking and provide gr …