Low-bulk, lightweight meals that have a high calorie density.  Adventure Nutrition says:  Extreme Adventure Food 500 Kcal Apple & Rice Pudding Apple and Rice Pudding from our High Energy, Low weight Extreme Adventure Range Our...

Low-bulk, lightweight meals that have a high calorie density.  Adventure Nutrition says:  Extreme Adventure Food 500 Kcal Rice Pudding & Cinnamon High Energy and Low Weight Rice Pudding with Cinnamon Our Verdict Adventure Nutrition's...

Liquid food for super-lightweight, no-cook backpacking and active trips.  Adventure Nutrition says:  This recipe is designed to be mixed with Cold Water * Extreme Adventure Food ULTRA FUEL Strawberry delight is especially formulated for pe…

Liquid food for super-lightweight, no-cook backpacking and active trips.  Adventure Nutrition says:  This recipe is designed to be mixed with Cold water * Extreme Adventure Food ULTRA FUEL Milky Dutch Chocolate is specially formulated for.…

Soft, comfortable, quick drying and lightweight, these shorts are ideal for a range of fast paced activities. The Dragon 5" use a simple mesh inner brief to provide a bit of extra support while maximising breathability. Montane says:  The Dragon…

These small bottles of environmentally friendly soap products are ideal for long treks or backpacking, they don't leak and with a concentrated frormula the small bottle lasts. As I don't wash as often while backpacking I can easily get a week out of …

Using recycled foam the Chipper seat is another great example of environmentally aware production. The level comfort for this closed cell foam mat is great and comes in a lightweight and packable design. Nemo says More than just a lightweight and eas…

Expedition Foods’ delicious light-weight meals provide the perfect nutrition for a wide range of outdoor pursuits. Freeze-drying food is the most successful method of preservation, making it taste better, look better, weigh less and last longer…

Summit To Eat meals are lightweight, convenient, nutritious and above all they taste great! All meals are nutritionally balanced with natural ingredients to fuel any adventure.   Summit to Eat says Luxuriously warming sweet, creamy oats with...

A cosy down blanket that adds extra warmth to a sleep system or be used as a skirt or shawl around the campsite. Montbell says Fitted with snaps and lightweight adjustable cords, this down filled blanket easily converts to a shawl or skirt. Most use…

Everyday, comfortable boxers with plenty of space. Made from moisture-wicking, breathable TENCEL lyocell/elastane stretch jersey. Fair Trade Certified sewn. Patagonia says Everyday boxers made with moisture-wicking, breathable TENCEL™...

The Core Hoodie is a minimalist piece designed for active insulation. It adds warmth but is highly breathable and focused on wicking moisture and regulating body temperature when exercising. OMM says A new concept in active insulation, the OMM Core.…

The MummyLiner is a great option for travelers, backpackers and anyone moving around a lot. Whether you're using it to boost the temperature in your bag or just to keep your bag clean this is a great lightweight sheet. Cocoon says Extremely lightwei…

Patagonia's most versatile performance knit for use on trails or on the water provides UPF sun protection and HeiQ Fresh durable odor control. Made from 50–100% recycled content, Patagonia tech tees keep you comfortable when you’re going …

An instant classic. This no-nonsense, good sized flask is lightweight, durable and easy to use. No matter what you intend to fill in with, water, milk or something stronger and more interesting this is a great flask for taking with you.  GSI...

OMM's new, updated Rotor Vest is the ideal insulating layer, providing a phenomenal amount of warmth in a durable, lightweight package that proved to be very versatile, even when wet.  OMM says The best Insulation Type for maximum warmth even w…

The Fjallraven Canvas Belt is a tough, adjustable canvas belt with a metal military style buckle. A simple but practical design that looks just as good around town as it does on the hills. Fjällräven says: Canvas belt. Adjustable length and metal...

UOG TOP PICK:  The Garmin inReach Messenger Plus is a reliable and essential tool for outdoor explorers. A compact, user-friendly package combines robust satellite communication, including photos and voice messages, emergency SOS features, and..…

Lyo offer meals using natural, fresh ingredients and no preservatives or artificial additives. They stand out from the crowd with unique recipes, the use of chunky ingredients that result in more natural, home style meals.  LYO says:  DON'T…

Stay warm and dry on the go with these sleek, urban-ready gloves. Extremities says:  Designed with both performance and functionality in mind, the Commuter Gloves are fully waterproof and insulated, ensuring your hands stay warm and dry no matte…

An urban running head torch that is well-balanced and has an impressive max output of 600 lumens. It's a comfortable torch for prolonged periods and is incredibly low in weight and bulk. Ledlenser says:  The NEO5R offers a powerful light output …

Lightweight Baselayer that utilises the incredible properties of Merino wool to insulate and regulate your body. Rab says:  Lightweight, short sleeve, slim fit baselayer made with Syncrino™ 125 fabric. Benefitting from both warm, wicking..…

Low-bulk, lightweight meals that have a high calorie density.  Adventure Nutrition says:  Extra High Energy and Low weight Apple and Custard from our Extreme Adventure range.The Highest Energy, Lightest weight and most compact size possible…

Liquid food for super-lightweight, no-cook backpacking and active trips.  Adventure Nutrition says:  Ultra Fuel is a liquid food with added vitamins and minerals. • It is convenient. When you need to eat or take in calories or in a situatio…

A balanced high energy meal with mixed chain carbohydrates, amino-acids and vitamins Adventure Nutrition says:  •It is a liquid food with added vitamins and minerals. • It is convenient. When you need to eat or take in calories or in a situation…

This is such a nice, next-to-skin base layer that doesn’t irritate you no matter how hard you exert yourself. Patagonia says:  A breathable merino technical top, designed to naturally regulate your temperature, control odor and keep you..…

UOG TOP PICK: A powerful, waterproof headtorch that balances brightness, durability, and thoughtful light modes. It is a top pick for a multi-purpose head torch.  Silva says:  Bring your Explore 5 on unforgettable journeys and adventures af…

The Hestra Ergo Grip Active Gloves offer a combination of grip, protection, and dexterity thanks to durable goatskin leather palms and breathable, windproof GORE-TEX Infinium fabric. Hestra says:  A hardwearing, versatile glove well-designed fo…

UOG TOP PICK: The MSR Titan Double Wall Mug is a lightweight and durable titanium-insulated mug. Its double-wall construction and BPA-free plastic lid maintain beverage temperature, making it a Top Pick for lightweight cookware that keeps your drink …

A no-water bathing solution for long-distance hikers. Pits & Bits says:  Pits & Bits Shampoo is the perfect way to wash your luscious locks away from home, whether you have been exercising, camping or just short of time. Just section th…

UOG TOP PICK - Womens Multi Trails Shorts - 5.5 inch Patagonia's Multi Trails Shorts 5½“ - lightweight and with 4-way stretch, these brief-lined short are designed for running, but practical for everyday wear too, one of our top...

This is such a nice, next-to-skin base layer that doesn’t irritate you no matter how hard you exert yourself. Patagonia says:  A breathable merino technical top, designed to naturally regulate your temperature, control odor and keep you..…

Lightweight Baselayer that utilises the incredible properties of Merino wool to insulate and regulate your body. Rab says:  Lightweight, short sleeve, slim fit baselayer made with Syncrino™ 125 fabric. Benefitting from both warm, wicking..…

Perfect morning kick start to your day, tasty and with enough energy to keep you going till lunch…or at least till second breakfast. Adventure Nutrition says:  Ultra Fuel a liquid food with added vitamins and minerals. It is convenient. …

UOG TOP PICK - Expedition Food's Asian Noodles - High In Energy, High In Flavour - We've singled out Expedition Food's Asian Noodles as one of our top recommendations because it has a great balance of carbs and protein. Great flavours and a nice comb…

Expedition Foods’ delicious light-weight meals provide the perfect nutrition for a wide range of outdoor pursuits. Freeze-drying food is the most successful method of preservation, making it taste better, look better, weigh less and last longer…

The Sunday Afternoons Latitude Hat is a light, breathable and stylish hat that offers excellent sun protection thanks to it's large brim and high UPF 50+ sun protection. Folds in half for easy packing.  Sunday Afternoons says Full sun protectio…

A super soft and silky T shirt providing comfort whatever your doing with Polygiene odour control to keep you feeling fresh. Patagonia says Our most versatile performance knit for use on trails or on the water stretches and moves with you for a wide.…

UOG TOP PICK -ThermoLite Pot Set A minimalist, solo pot with insulating cosy and pot grabber from premier Japanese brand SOTO. A lightweight and compact cook system that we love, one of our top picks Soto says:  Upgrade the Thermostack Original …

Thermarest's Lite Seat is a comfortable and compact, self inflating seat that is light enough to take with you just about anywhere! Thermarest says Updated: Wherever the trail takes you, the Lite Seat has your backside. Like a miniature ProLite...

Very lightweight mitts that use down to provide amazing levels of warmth for their weight.  Outdoor Research says:  Ultra-warm and compressible down mitts built to take on winter like a pro. Crafted from ecoconscious materials,...

Lightweight leggings that utilise the incredible properties of Merino wool to insulate and regulate your body.  Rab says:  Warm, breathable, form fitting leggings ideal as a baselayer on cold mountain days. Made with Syncrino™ 125 fab…

UOG TOP PICK - Sonic Ultra Zip Built with quick-wicking Motiv Aero fabric and a movement optimised cut, this mountain running, long sleeve tee is designed to keep you cool, comfortable and protected. It's one of our favourite baselayers and one of ou…

UOG TOP PICK - Dart Zip Neck The Dart Zip Neck is a fully recycled Synthetic technical base layer that offers a highly breathable and warm layer, but also odour resistant, one of our top picks! Montane says:  The Dart Zip Neck is a classic,...

Warm, windproof, and flexible—perfect for keeping your hands comfortable on cold, blustery treks. Outdoor Research says:  The Stormtracker Sensor Windbloc Gloves offer classic mid-weight multi-purpose mountain versatilitywith 3-layer...

UOG TOP PICK - Dart Zip Neck The Dart Zip Neck is a fully recycled Synthetic technical base layer that offers a highly breathable and warm layer, but also odour resistant, one of our top picks! Montane says:  The Dart Zip Neck is a classic,...

The Flux is a lightweight drinking bottle with a spill proof twist cap that is versatile enough for trail runners, cyclists, hikers and everyday users to enjoy. Hydrapak says:  Shaped like a hard bottle & compresses like a soft flask, the id…

The SoftFibre Lite Trek Towel is a lightweight, quick drying and ultra compact travel towel with a soft to touch feel. Life Venture says:  The SoftFibre Light Travel Towel takes our best-selling travel towel and strips it back to basics. Althoug…

This guidebook presents 28 day walks in the Gran Paradiso National Park in the Italian Alps south of Mont Blanc, and the 12-day Alta Via 2 trek. The Alta Via covers over 148km of rugged mountains and valleys between Chardonnay and Courmayeur. The gra…

The TOAKS Titanium Pots are made from ultralight titanium which is corrosion-resistant and can last for years if looked after. As well as being incredibly light and durable, the pots have a useful feature set consisting of fold away handles. TOAKS..…

Summit To Eat meals are lightweight, convenient, nutritious and above all they taste great! All meals are nutritionally balanced with natural ingredients to fuel any adventure.   Summit to Eat says A rich chocolate mousse enrobing honey oat...

Expedition Foods’ delicious light-weight meals provide the perfect nutrition for a wide range of outdoor pursuits. Freeze-drying food is the most successful method of preservation, making it taste better, look better, weigh less and last longer…

Expedition Foods’ delicious light-weight meals provide the perfect nutrition for a wide range of outdoor pursuits. Freeze-drying food is the most successful method of preservation, making it taste better, look better, weigh less and last longer…

Aluminum fuel bottle used for the gasoline stoves, SOTO MUKA and SOTO StormBreaker (SmartPump System). SOTO says The Fuel Bottle is a wide-mouth gasoline bottle that is specially designed to work with the SOTO SmartPump. This syst…

The Sea to Summit Pocket Shower is a lightweight and compact dry bag with a built in shower head, ideal for wild camping and backpacking.  Sea to Summit says When a cold beer is just an unattainable dream at least you can douse your desire by..…

Vargo's Ti-Lite Titanium Mug/Cookpot is ideal for a nice cup of tea to warm you up out on the trail. Ultralight Titanium construction gives good strength to the pot whilst still being super lightweight. Vargo says The Titanium Ti-Lite 750 Mug is one …

A Strong, sturdy belt embossed with the iconic Fjallraven fox logo. Fjällräven says: Robust canvas belt. Adjustable length and military buckle with brushed brass finish. Width 4 cm. Our Verdict Simple, very easy to adjust, with a classic…

Thermarest's Lumbar Pillow is quite a big product aimed at the traveler who needs extra support for long journeys on uncomfortable seating. Thermarest says Drawing on our pressure mapping technology, the Lumbar Pillow features die-cut foam down the.…

Evernew's ECA-421 Titanium Non Stick Pot 0.6L is short and fat, when used with a stove with a wide burner head you get less hotspot and more even heat, so it can be better for more complex cooking. This may be particularly important as non-stick Tita…

Mountain King's Carbon Trail Blaze Skyrunner Running Poles are incredibly light weight and fold down into four sections making them ideal for trail, hill runners and walkers looking for ultra-lightweight poles. Mountain King says The Mountain King Ca…