Montane Alpine 850 Lite Down Hoodie Review - ''It is well made and offers leading edge warmth to weight ratio''
Posted by Mark Richardson on Sep 07, 2023
When
backpacking I want a very lightweight insulated windproof layer for daytime use
and a down jacket for evening, with of course the flexibility to wear them both
if it gets very cold. The insulation value I need for the down jacket depends
on the temperatures I expect. I took the
Alpine 850 Lite Down Hoodie with me on
a recent backpacking trip to the Scottish Highlands at the
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Montane's New Season: Autumn Collection
Posted by Fran O'Donnell on Aug 24, 2023
We know plans can change in the mountains, just as the weather can. Our new season gear has adaptability built in, so you’ll be prepared, no matter whatever you encounter. Discover lightweight, breathable clothing and equipment that doesn’t compromise on protection. From protective waterproof jackets to warm, down jackets, technical fleeces and durable legwear – our technical layers are designed t
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Rab VR Summit Jacket Review - ''This is now my go-to as an active mid-layer replacing my poor battered fleece''
Posted by Jamie Mantle on Aug 21, 2023
The VR Summit jacket from Rab is a true all-in-one
multi-sport jacket that can take also a lot of punishment and is perfect for a
number of different weather conditions.
This is a Jacket that you will find yourself using a lot due
to the versatility that it offers. Firstly, it is a very lightweight jacket so
it is a simple one to just pop on without having to worry about extra pack
we
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Mountain Equipment Firefly Gore-Tex Jacket Review - ''An excellent choice for anyone looking for a basic, lightweight, high performance shell''
Posted by Mathew Garbutt on Aug 21, 2023
Hailing from Cheshire, Mountain Equipment should know a
thing or two about wet weather and protecting you from it – and they do. One of
the pioneers of British outdoor manufacturing, Mountain Equipment were one of
the first outdoor brands to experiment with a new fabric membrane - Gore-Tex.
Quickly gaining cult status in the UK outdoor scene, M.E became known for their
burly Gore-Tex sh
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Montane Fireball Nano Hooded Jacket Review - ''I love the fact there’s no insulation in the arms, I don’t like gilets so the fabric-only sleeves on the Fireball Nano are perfect''
Posted by Mark Richardson on Jul 31, 2023
Daytime
insulation is tricky when you’re Backpacking, especially if you’re moving
through a mountainous region where you could be slogging up a steep incline one
minute then traversing a windy ridge the next. I find the ideal insulation is
‘not very much’, but you do need something to keep the wind chill at bay.
As far as
Montane’s Fireball Nano is concerned it seems pretty muc
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Enlightened Equipment Torrid Apex Jacket Review - ''It has become one of our Top Picks because frankly it is so unbelievably good.''
Posted by Danny Pearson on Jul 17, 2023
Every so often a product arrives at the Ultralight office
that we all get excited about. That was definitely the case with the
Enlightened Equipment Torrid Apex jacket. When our first Torrid Apex jacket arrived, we took one look
and immediately knew that this jacket was something a bit special.
Using a ridiculously light 7D fabric this jacket weighs
about the same as a
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Montane Down Ranges Explained
Posted by Fran O'Donnell on May 23, 2023
Discover our range of Montane's down insulated winter jackets, engineered to keep you warm in cold weather conditions. Created with outdoor activities in mind, we have a range of Montane down jackets that offer lightweight versatility, durability and warmth. Ideal for high-altitude adventures or cooler evenings at camp, our down jackets have been designed with exceptional warmth to weight rat
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Andy’s 2023 TGO Kit List
Posted by Andy Neil on May 09, 2023
May means one thing here in the Ultralight office, The Great
Outdoors Challenge, or the TGO for short. We are incredibly proud to be a
sponsor of this communal coast-to-coast crossing of Scotland. Three of our team,
Danny, Chris and myself, are participating in this year’s TGO, so I thought I’d
give you an insight into what’s in my pack and some of the gear I’ll be taking
for this year’s chal
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Montane Shell Ranges Explained
Posted by Fran O'Donnell on May 03, 2023
Incorporating reliable waterproof protection, breathable fabrics as well as lightweight, packable designs, Montane's waterproof jackets combine comfort with protection. In short, a Montane waterproof jacket helps you focus on breaking new boundaries, no matter what the weather throws at you. Browse Montane's range of waterproof jackets and choose from a range of options to find the waterproof
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Montane's Lightest Running Kit
Posted by Fran O'Donnell on May 02, 2023
With nothing weighing you down, how far could you go? If you held nothing back, how fast could you be? We design running kit design to take you places you didn’t know you could go. Lung-busting climbs, blissfully peaceful summits and lyrically soaring descents…trail running allows you to really indulge in the effort of your goals. Resting in the heart of the Lake District National Park, the i
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OMM Core Technology Explained
Posted by Fran O'Donnell on Apr 25, 2023
The OMM CORE Range is a new concept in active insulation made entirely from PRIMALOFT ACTIVE ultra-light insulating fabric.
Built from a synthetic plume woven through a knitted mesh CORE offers the warmth of a fleece but with less than half the weight.
Paired with a shell, the CORE is an incredibly effective insulator, but the lightest breeze can take away that heat thanks to near-total air perm
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Montane Phase Nano Gore-Tex Jacket Review - “Ticked all the boxes, my top pick for the year so far!”
Posted by Chris Futers on Apr 17, 2023
High Street - Lake
District Eastern Fells and my Border Collie Gaston
The newest addition to the Phase range from
Montane, the Phase Nano is the lightest and most breathable Gore-Tex Jacket
from
Montane. Aimed at trail runners and anyone looking to move fast and light,
the Phase Nano has a lot of features to offer, for such a lightweight jacket,
two hand pockets,
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