Real Turmat Kebab Stew Review - Trek Scotland
Posted by Trek Scotland on Apr 19, 2022
The Kebab Stew from
Real Turmat is another unique freeze
dried meal option with a high calorie count of 705kcal and a low carry weight
of 180 grams. This is part of their field meal range which has a good
nutritional balance of fats (28 grams), carbs (85 grams), and protein (24 grams).
It is also gluten free!
Our Verdict
First of all we have to mention how much we admire the large va
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Real Turmat Blueberry and Vanilla Muesli Review - Trek Scotland
Posted by Trek Scotland on Apr 19, 2022
This breakfast option from
Real Turmat has a high calorie
count of 706kcal, in a low carry weight of 204 grams. The Blueberry and Vanilla
Muesli is focused mostly towards carbs (121 grams), with also high protein
(32grams) and fibre (10.4) intake per pouch. It is vegetarian friendly and has
a quick re-hydration time of 3 mins.
Our Verdict
Real Turmat have produced some great tasting
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Jetboil Stash Review - Trek Scotland
Posted by Trek Scotland on Apr 19, 2022
The
Jetboil Stash is the lightest option in their range of well-established
stove systems. This all-in-one system containing a FluxRing cook pot, titanium
burner, lid and stand, fits neatly together weighing only 232 grams. With an
added 100-gram gas canister and a lighter, the total carried weight comes in at
456 grams.
This can certainly be regarded as a compact option for
lightw
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RAB 2021 Ridge Raider Bivi Review - Trek Scotland
Posted by Trek Scotland on Apr 19, 2022
The Ridge Raider Bivi was one of our earliest pieces of kit
we tested and reviewed for UOG. This was also our first venture into a hooped
bivy bag having before very much adopted a very basic bivy tactic. We viewed
the Ridge Raider to strike a mark between a tent and a bivy bag. The overall
weight and pack size baffled us as to its use, but there was no denying it was simply
a joy to us
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Outdoor Research Helium Gaiters Review - Trek Scotland
Posted by Trek Scotland on Apr 19, 2022
“Meet the Helium Gaiters, our best-selling and
award-winning Helium fabric recreated into a gaiter design to keep out pesky
rocks, dirt, rain, snow, and any other debris you kick up on the move.”
Outdoor Research have really kept the weight down for the
Helium gaiters which come in at a mere 144 grams in a size large, with a pack
size comparable to a lighter weight pair of gloves,
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Real Turmat Reindeer Stew Review - Trek Scotland
Posted by Trek Scotland on Apr 19, 2022
‘Reindeer with potato, mushroom, and lingonberries.
Hunter’s favourite. Reindeer meat, mushrooms and berries all contributes to the
unmistakable gamy flavour.’
578kcal / 390ml hot water / 8 min wait time
Our Verdict
Reindeer stew is another meal idea from Real Turmat which sets itself aside from the norm regarding dehydrated choices typically found in the UK. Packed full of meat,
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Real Turmat Cod Curry Review - Trek Scotland
Posted by Trek Scotland on Apr 19, 2022
‘Arctic cod with potato and carrot in a tasty curry
sauce. Good spicy dish with great taste of Norwegian fish. Makes it easy and
enjoyable to eat more fish.’
532kcal / 400ml hot water / 8 min wait time
Our Verdict
The
Cod in Curry Sauce from Real Turmat turned out to be a surprisingly tasty meal. Packed full of flavour with juicy chunks of fish which was a real change from the
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Black Diamond Transfer Shovel Review - Trek Scotland
Posted by Trek Scotland on Apr 14, 2022
A snow shovel is an essential piece of kit to have with you
when travel out to not only avalanche prone environments but also any area in
which snow may be present. A shovel comes into use for many situations including
digging a snow shelter, creating a quick seating area for a group, analysing snowpack,
and in the unfortunate situation if an avalanche was to occur and a rescue situat
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Trek Scotland Review - Ortlieb Bikepacking Set
Posted by Trek Scotland on Jun 15, 2020
Bikepacking is a new concept for us with the Ortlieb packs being the first we have used. We have used this set up for over a year now and always for back country forest and high mountain trails, throughout Scotland. This review is probably best suited for anyone with a similar approach in mind
Cairngorm Treks Review - Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Z Walking Poles
Posted by Cairngorm Treks on Nov 18, 2019
Walking poles are must have items for our days out in the hills and we are always keen to try out something that promises versatility, lightness, low pack volume, robustness and ease of use in a variety of condition.The first impression of the poles was in their collapsed state, allowing them to be stashed on the side of a pack easily or inside if needs be,as well as into hold luggage if flying. T
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Trek Scotland Review - Vargo Titanium BOT 700
Posted by Trek Scotland on Nov 04, 2019
Vargo are a company we didn’t know much about up until recently.
Building up a reputation as a specialist in lightweight minimalist gear
we have been very impressed with the items we received up to now. The
Bot 700, it has to be said, was top of our list in terms of interest.
Essentially, it’s a titanium cooking pot with a few extra features added
on. Reading reviews from hikers abroad i
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Trek Scotland Review - Cascade Wild Table
Posted by Trek Scotland on Oct 21, 2019
A table isn’t the first piece of kit on our mind for lightweight
wild-camping. In fact we’ve never even considered a table outside of
family camping so we were confused, although slightly curious, to find
out we were receiving one to test and review. Our usual approach would
be to lay out a dry bag to keep items away from wet ground, whilst a
rock or part of a fallen tree makes for a nat
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