Suunto Sonic Headphones Review - “These headphones really shine on short trips or day hikes with its impressive sound quality, and its 8–10 hour battery life.”
Posted by Liam Hollinshead on Oct 22, 2024
When I started out using the Suunto Sonic Headphones, I never
anticipated how impressive these headphones would perform.
Tech and Specs:
Starting off, connecting the headphones couldn't be easier.
It's a simple process of connecting the headphones to your chosen device via
Bluetooth. No proprietary apps, just connect and go!
Included with the headphones is a charging cable (the
headph
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Montane Cetus Lite Jacket Review - “The Cetus Lite jacket has become a firm favourite and I will grab it off the coat hooks on a regular basis.”
Posted by Danny Pearson on Oct 21, 2024
I was delighted when Montane offered an opportunity to test
their Cetus Lite jacket several months before its official release. Since May
it’s been put through its paces, and I’ve been impressed with the performance.The Cetus Lite is part of Montane’s new Petrichor range. Petrichor
is Montane’s name for its own in-house fabric, which has been developed to
minimise the fabric’s environment
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Liteway Gramless 35L Review - ''The Gramless bag is an excellent choice and with the superior build quality and tough materials it has the durability to stand up any harsh conditions.''
Posted by Nick Brown on Oct 17, 2024
With the forecast showing a brief lull in the usual October
wet weather pattern, a chance for a quick bash up a couple of the Mamores Munro mountains
just near Kinlochleven was not to be missed. This also gave me an opportunity
to try out the new Liteway Gramless 35 litre rucksack. This is an ultra
lightweight day bag made from 70D Ripstop Recycled Polyester, which offers
excellent
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Montane Torren Waterproof Jacket Review - ''The Torren Jacket has convinced me that this would be a suitable piece of kit for all year round use.''
Posted by Rob Farquhar on Oct 07, 2024
A waterproof jacket has become a real necessity in the
extremely unpredictable weather in the UK, even in the height of summer. The
new Torren Waterproof Jacket from Montane has served me well on far more
occasions than I’d hoped for in the last few months.
This is the first time that Montane’s new
Petrichor waterproof
technology has been used to help reduce the impact of PFC/PCAS i
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Montane Cetus Lite Jacket Review - “My go-to jacket for the last 5 months (May to September)”
Posted by Lois Fife on Oct 02, 2024
This has been my go-to jacket for the last 5 months (May to
September) and has performed well when needed, either as protection from a
sudden summer shower or worn for a full day on the Lakeland fells in low cloud
and constant drizzle.
This Cetus ‘Lite’ jacket in Deep Forest, size UK12 weighs 290g
and packs down pretty small for stashing in a backpack. The Montane 3-layer Pet
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Montane Khamsin Hooded Softshell Review - “A very comfortable, very functional softshell that works great as an in-between jacket”
Posted by Nick Brown on Sep 30, 2024
New for the Autumn/winter season from Montane is the Khamsin
Softshell. It is a lightly insulated, wind resistant, technical softshell that
is perfect for those changeable windy autumn days on the hills. It is made from
wind resistant Raptor Flex fabric that is 88% recycled and has excellent four
way stretch, making it super comfortable to wear. On the inside it is lined with
an Octa fl
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Suunto Wing Headphones Review - ''Having used these on numerous runs on both trail and tarmac the ability to hear what is going on around you is a great feature''
Posted by Nick Brown on Sep 27, 2024
The Suunto Wing Bluetooth Headphones are a perfect way to
listen to music or podcasts whilst out on a run or outdoor activity. Their bone
conductive technology means they do not go in the ear, but rather conduct
through the bone just at the front of the ear. This means you can still hear
ambient sounds, such as cars or people, while still enjoying your music. This
is a much safer option
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Rab Muon 50L Rucksack Review - ''I was very impressed with the fabric strength at this weight, it doesn’t feel like it's going to let you down''
Posted by Mark Richardson on Jul 04, 2024
I took the
Rab Muon 50 litre pack on a short backpacking trip to Scotland, grabbing 10
Munros in the process, new for Spring 2024 this was the first time I’d carried
it. I was carrying about 11 kilos all in, so was travelling pretty light.
The first
thing to note is that a weight of 1062 grams for the men’s and 1036 grams for the
women’s pack is pretty good. We always say a kilogram for
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Primus Ulti Stove Review - ''We truly believe that come the winter months it will be an all-season beast of a stove.''
Posted by Trek Scotland on Jun 21, 2024
The Primus Ulti stove is an all-in-one stove system with a
large burner with a range of pot sizes. The aim of the stove is to provide a
hot meal under any circumstances. In Scotland, we encounter a wide range of
weather conditions that can change dramatically over just a short space of
time. Having a reliable stove that can provide our group with a hot drink and
warm meal is key to keep
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Black Diamond Beta Light 45 Backpack and Sattelite Bag Review - “An exceptional choice for shorter, lighter excursions and will see plenty of use in the future.”
Posted by Andy Neil on Jun 12, 2024
When Black Diamond announced the Beta Light 45
backpack earlier this year, I was intrigued by its unique appearance and
impressive stats. Black Diamond kindly provided the Beta Light 45 backpack and
the Beta Light Pack Sattelite Bag for my upcoming TGO Challenge, a two-week
coast-to-coast crossing of Scotland.
The Beta Light 45 and Beta Light Pack Sattelite Bag
feature a sleek, modern de
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Gossamer Gear’s The Two Review - “The Two allowed me to complete the TGO challenge with a lighter pack load while enjoying enough room to spread out at camp.”
Posted by Andy Neil on Jun 04, 2024
For
this year's TGO challenge, a demanding two-week coast-to-coast journey across
Scotland, I sought to reduce the weight of my pack without sacrificing the
headroom, living space, and large vestibules I have come to enjoy with my
trusty Hilleberg Anaris. Having traversed the country with the Anaris on four
previous occasions, I decided to try a different trekking pole tent, Goss
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Suunto and Sunslice: Navigating and Power on the TGO
Posted by Andy Neil on May 20, 2024
Hiking the TGO (The Great Outdoors Challenge) requires dependable equipment that can endure the rigors of long-distance trekking. During my journey, two standout pieces of gear were the Suunto Vertical watch and the Sunslice Fusion Flex 12 solar panel. Here’s my on-trail review of how these devices performed and why they are indispensable for any serious hiker.
From the first day on the tr
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