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Selection: I've been using Montane's Minimus pants for a couple of years now and am really impressed. More recently I was off to Peru on a high level trek (abpve 4000m), during which I expected mainly good weather but with the possibility of rain. If I was heading off on a trek somewhere where I expected lot of rain I probably would choose to take a more durable pair of overtrousers, however on th …

I had the opportunity to do a few day's walks while on holiday in Tenerife, so I was looking for a hydration pack that would also swallow all my day gear as well. The Camelbak Volt 13 LR was my choice, and although it's designed as a bike pack the bike-specific features are fairly nominal - like the hooks for attaching a helmet - ideal for attaching other things.In use I loved the pack - the hip b …

Getting there and back.We were surprised to find that India is one of the cheaper long haul destinations, especially compared to North and South America. The obvious entry point for onward travel to Ladakh is Delhi International Airport, from here you can get an internal flight to Leh (the capital of Ladakh) or you can spend a bit of time here and get ground transport to Leh.The lure and mystery o …

Primaloft Gold Active Insulation Breathable: Encourages the passage of air and moisture to keep you from feeling cold and clammy4-Way Stretch: Engineered with 4-way stretch with complete recovery for uncompromised freedom of movementPackable: Packs down easily for stashing in small places and layeringAll the warmth you need with very little weightSoftness: Enjoy superior softness that feels great …

A really good piece of kit, very light and strong; after 5 weeks being bashed around in my backpack there were no dents and it kept its shape.The handles fold away to wrap around the main body, so it took up very little room in the backpack. It is made from very thin metal, which allows water to boil very quickly, however it also means that the food can burn easily if it becomes stuck to the botto …