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MSR Trailshot Microfilter Review The MSR Trailshot arrived with quite a fanfare in 2017. A completely new style of water filter designed for when you’re on the move, allowing the user to drink directly from the water source or fill containers. When MSR heard that I was heading to the Highlands they very kindly offered to let me try one of their Trailshot water filters. I’ll be honest, I’ve …

MSR Ceramic Cooking PotsNon-stick coatings have a chequered history with camping pans, traditionally they are, well.. not very good. Titanium is the worst offender with non stick coatings being easily damaged and not that effective - the problem is that we are used to the real 'non stickiness' we get on the pans we use at home.Aluminium non stick is a lot better than Titanium but it still lacks th …

Choosing the correct utensils for an expedition may not appear the most interesting part of the packing process, but it is one that needs thought and attention as you will rely on these tools many times throughout the trip. Where are you going to store your spoon or fork? If it’s within a stove system then a plastic option would be better as it won’t scratch your pot. What type of food are you goi …

UOG Review of MSR Hubba HP TentSelection: I was after a tent for a 6 day backpacking trip to Scotland in May taking in quite a few munros, which could result in some high camps. The weather can be pretty rough even at this time of year and it could get quite cold. I looked at the Hubba NX which is the latest version of the classic Hubba series, however, although the NX is lighter than the HP the H …

UOG Review of MSR Windboiler StoveMSR have been performance leaders in fuel efficient gas stoves since they launched the Reactor stove and its variants – all based on the same burner and close coupling system. The market hasn’t really recognised this with some other brands taking the plaudits.Reading between the lines MSR launched the Windboiler based on a slightly reduced size Reactor burner unit …