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What is VerticalX ECO SR Insulation?

Oct 01, 2025

Built with lightweight, recycled bluesign® approved fabrics, the Vesper features VerticalX™ ECO SR insulation, which balances warmth, stretch, and breathability. Its wind- and water-resistant shell provides protection from unpredictable weather while maintaining comfort during high-output activities. Thoughtful design details like the insulated hood with brim, elastic cuffs, and adjustab …
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Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2 Bikepack Tent Review - ''This new version of the Copper Spur UL Bikepack tent has 2 significant differences to its predecessor.''

Posted by Lois Fife on Sep 29, 2025

The new Big Agnes Copper Spur Bikepack tent has all the key features that define a bikepacking tent, i.e. short pole length and an ability to attach the tent to the bike, whilst performing well in the environment it is intended. It has many additional features that make life on two wheels even more enjoyable! I used the 2-person version of this tent from mid-summer through to autumn for local ove …
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Affordable Ultralight Gear: A Comprehensive Kit

Posted by Andy Neil on Jun 06, 2025

Ultralight backpacking doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank or compromising on reliability. With some thoughtful planning, it’s possible to build a sub-4.5kg, three-season kit for well under a grand. It’s not the lightest or cheapest system out there, but it covers all the essentials with gear that lasts. Think of it as a flexible starting point. Your kit will evolve over time, …
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Top 10 Ways to go Ultralight when Backpacking

Posted by Mark Richardson on May 08, 2025

In order to make the right decision about what gear to take on a trip, it's imperative that you weigh everything and record it. That not only lets you know which of your two bits of similar gear are the lightest, but it also enables you to track your total pack weight as you swap in and out different pieces of gear. If you know your way around a spreadsheet — even better, because adding up a …
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Montane Alpine 850 Nano Down Hoodie - ''Whether layering up on cool summer mornings or braving sub-zero winter conditions, this hoodie has consistently impressed with its versatility, warmth, and innovative design.''

Posted by Andy Neil on Jan 09, 2025

Four-Season Review: Montane Alpine 850 Nano Down Hoodie From the chill of dawn on a springtime Scottish coast to the biting frost of winter in the Lakes, the Montane Alpine 850 Nano Down Hoodie has been with me every step of the way. Over the past year, it has become my go-to insulation layer, tackling everything from multi-day treks to daily hikes with unwavering reliability. Montane kindly p …
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Big Agnes Upgraded Bikepacking Tents for 2025

Feb 13, 2019

Featuring upgraded stuff sacks with webbing loops and our proprietary ShortStik pole design, these bikepacking tents pack down into a shorter size, making them a breeze to attach to your bike's handlebars or frame. Optimized for bikepacking, and equipped with all of the great features you'd expect from a premium Big Agnes tent — with one of these in your gear closet, you won't need multiple …
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