Gram-counter Gear Featherweight Evazote Foam Mat Review - Trek Scotland
Posted by Trek Scotland on May 19, 2022
As the name suggests this is a superlight foam mat weighing
in at an impressive 74 grams with a sizing of 150 cm x 50cm and a thickness of
3mm. It has a low profile which means it can easily be rolled or folded to fit
within our pack. Rather than replacing a sleeping mat, we found it much more
suitable as a footprint for a solo tent or bivy bag.
Protection from the ground is very impor
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Gregory Focal 58 Review - '' I was hugely impressed by the side mesh pockets''
Posted by Mark Richardson on May 10, 2022
I used this pack on a three-day winter backpacking trip to the Lake District and was mightily impressed, Gregory don’t seem to have compromised at all which makes me wonder why all backpacking rucksacks don’t weigh in at 1.2kg or thereabouts.
How much does it weigh?
The sample pack I used had a medium back length and with all the optional components removed it weighed 1100 grams, but you
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Sea to Summit Full Sleep System Review - Cairngorm Treks
Posted by Cairngorm Treks on Mar 12, 2018
Extensively
tested and reviewed by Cairngorm Treks from May to September in the Cairngorms,
Glen Affric, and surrounding mountainous areas.Rest and recovery! An important factor for
anyone who spends a great deal of time in the outdoors. Whether your adventure
is on land, water, two wheels, or climbing a rock face - if you intend to spend
multiple days in the wilderness it is essential to pac
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