Equipment

Tough, compact, and comfortable in the hand—these are some of the best telescopic poles I’ve used. Fizan says:  The Fizan Compact 3 are the world’s lightest Trekking poles. Sold as a pair, these are 3-part poles with an adjusta…

Lean, light, and just enough—this bivy is for moving through the miles, not lingering in them. Hyperlite Mountain Gear says says:  For backpackers, thru hikers, or fastpackers that value high mileage days over long afternoons and evenings …

The Klarus K5 is an ultralight and durable powerbank, ideal for the outdoors. It's 30% lighter than others, has 10,000mAh, and is IP68 waterproof. We are unable to use our standard shipping services for Power Banks. Therefore, all power banks will be…

The Packable Backpack is an excellent travel companion with a perfect blend of portability and functionality. Eagle Creek says:  The essential, go-anywhere 13L Packable Backpack is your easy-to-carry and ultra-stashable option for all types of..…

The slim-designed titanium water bottle has now been on sale since early 2020. SilverAnt says:  Ultralight Titanium Water Bottle 600ml/21 fl oz - Slim As an outdoor company, there are some benefits to designing and manufacturing your own titaniu…

The Mince Beef Hotpot is part of an interesting range of meals from Adventure Foods. Long dates on Adventure Foods as well - so if you don't eat everything on your next trip there's always the one after. Adventure Food says Potato stew with meatball…

A lightweight, waterproof map case with carry strap.  Silva says:  Waterproof Map Case Large keeps your map dry in any weather. Fully transparent and easy to open and close. Distance lanyard with scale pattern included. Silva has develope…

A creamy and nutritious twist on a classic. Firepot says:  Packed full of curly kale and green flageolet beans, this hearty recipe offers much more flavour and nutrition than a traditional mac'n'cheese. We’ve swapped out the dairy for hand…

Vargo's Titanium BOT HD 1L Bottle Pot does the job of your ultralight Titanium pot and cup with the added feature of a secure, watertight lid. Safely carry water in your pack if you're unsure you'll come across any more during the day, without having…

This TOAKS Titanium Alcohol Stove Cook System is a great option for those looking for an ultralight alcohol stove cook system with a small pack size. With a 700ml pot, Siphon Alcohol Stove, stove frame, spork, and windscreen for a mere 158 grams, it'…

The Ortlieb Accessory Pack 3.5L is a small waterproof pack perfect for carrying any small essentials you need easy access to while out on your ride. As with the rest of the Ortlieb bikepacking range this is a high quality product that is well designe…

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Suprabeam says:  Crafted from high-strength aluminum, the Suprabeam M6xr Defend is built for both power and purpose. This next-generation light tool is packed with innovative featu…

UOG TOP PICK- Max Pump 2 Pro Rechargeable Air Pump - A four-in-one compact air pump that efficiently inflates and deflates your sleeping pad. The Max also acts as a camp lantern and is an emergency power bank to charge your electronics-Its versatile,…

The Vegetable Hotpot is part of an interesting range of meals from Adventure Foods. Long dates on Adventure Foods as well - so if you don't eat everything on your next trip there's always the one after. Adventure Food says Vegetarian potato stew ric…

The Escapist Wedge Bag is a compact frame bag designed with clever geometry for bikepacking setups where space is at a premium. Osprey says:  The Escapist Family allows you to build a comprehensive bikepacking kit to fit you, your bike and how y…

The DD Magic Carpet offers various uses for outdoor enthusiasts. It is lightweight and waterproof, making it suitable for picnics, camping, or overhead shelter. Its compact design allows for easy storage, and the four corner attachment points provide…

Adventure Nutrition's Pack ‘N’ Go 600 Kcal range are a typical Calorie count main meal compared to other brands. Mix and match with other brands on our website for a multi-buy discount. Adventure Nutrition says:  Be-Well Expedition..…

The Pinnacle is one of the lightest weight remote gas stoves available. With a micro control valve and serrated pot supports on the stable, three legged design this is a lightweight, compact four season stove. GSI Outdoors says Pinnacle Stoves are..…

The TOAKS Titanium Pots and Pans 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, this pot has a useful feature set consisting of fold away handles,.…

Exped Fold Drybags use mid-weight fabric to balance durability with weight. Updated with an improved bottom providing more usable space but still keeping the roll top closure and fully taped seams they are the classic all purpose Drybag. Exped says …

Summit to Eat's Pasta Bolognese is super tasty and easy to eat but the high calorie content makes it stand out for its size. Awesome meal to keep you going longer in the hills. Summit To Eat meals are lightweight, convenient, nutritious and above all…

Vargo's Titanium 1.3L Pot is ideal for cooking up a quick meal or a nice cup of tea when you're out on the trail. Ultralight Titanium construction gives good strength to the pot whilst still being super lightweight. Vargo says Our Vargo 1.3 Liter...

Hydration kit with an extra-wide opening allowing rapid filling from all sorts of water sources. Platypus says: Introducing the Big Zip™ EVO—the latest evolution in taste-free hydration. Delivering an extremely high flow rate, self-seali…

Built for emergency response, not casual carry—these aren’t your average trail multi-tool. Leatherman says:  The Leatherman Raptor shears features the necessary tools for uniformed response professionals to safely and quickly go to w…

The Expedition Breakfast is part of an interesting range of meals from Adventure Foods. Long dates on Adventure Foods as well - so if you don't eat everything on your next trip there's always the one after. Adventure Food says Nourishing warm breakf…

A Robust footprint for use with the 2lite tent to help protect your tent floor. SlingFin says:  The 2Lite footprint will protect your tent floor, increase weather resistance, and prolong the life of your tent. Fits 2Lite and 2Lite Trek. Our...

This lightweight and low-profile water bladder has a feature set that puts it above its competitors in this field. Hydrapak says:  Superior fit and performance in the widest variety of packs for backpacking, hiking & mountain biking...

This spare pole set is designed to replace old or damaged poles, or allow you to use a double-pole set up for your Hilleberg tent. This pole set is for 3 person Ajans, Helags, Nallos, Kaitums and Soulo tents. Hilleberg says Your tent comes with pole…

This spare pole set is designed to replace old or damaged poles, or allow you to use a double-pole set up for your Hilleberg tent. This pole set is for Akto and Enan tents. Hilleberg says Your tent comes with poles, an extra repair section and alumi…

Big Agnes footprints are made in sympathy with their tents - that means an ultralight tent gets a very lightweight footprint. The bikepacking footprints are an exact fit to the floor and vestibules of the tent. Big Agnes says To extend the life of yo…

A simple but effective shoulder strap with a handy pouch that you can attach to any of your Helinox carry cases to make transporting it even easier.  Helinox says The Helinox Shoulder Strap & Pouch helps you carry comfort more comfortably. E…

The Rab Ark Emergency 2 Person Bivi is a superlight bivi bag for emergency situations. The bag reflects body heat enabling the user to retain core temperature. Large enough to shelter two people it is an essential pack item for climbers, mountaineers…

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…

Gregory's Rain cover is simple, tough, and will keep the rain out when the weather turns bad, made from recycled polyester for a more sustainable approach.  Gregory says: Waterproof protection with a more sustainable approach, our Raincover...

Energy enriched, protein fortified hot pasta meal with a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. Supplies 25 grams of high quality vegetarian protein. Torq says:  Our Explore Supercharged Pasta Meals have been designed to provide easily accessible, useful…

Apidura Racing Saddle Pack 3L is a lightweight and waterproof pack that attaches to the underside of the saddle. Apidura says:  The quintessential bikepacking bag for the great outdoors, optimised for ultra-distance competition and rides that pu…

Adventure Nutrition's Pack ‘N’ Go 600 Kcal range are a typical Calorie count main meal compared to other brands. Mix and match with other brands on our website for a multi-buy discount. Adventure Nutrition says:  This is a high energ…

A very low-profile hydration system using a slide on locking mechanism. Made from lightweight and soft material this is ideal for ultralight backpackers who prefer bladders to bottles. Utilises dual walls and foam insulation to keep your drink cold. …

A well-designed hydration bladder with a few features that set it apart from other competitors in this field. Osprey says:  From the handle to the hose and baffles to the bite valve, we thought through every interaction and aspect of our Hydrau…

The Pasta ai Funghi is part of an interesting range of meals from Adventure Foods. Long dates on Adventure Foods as well - so if you don't eat everything on your next trip there's always the one after.  Adventure Food says Pasta Cheese with...

An extra-durable hydration resvoir.  Hydrapak says:  Ultra-rugged & durable, an ideal choice for tactical and hunting packs meant to withstand extreme conditions Our Verdict Hydrapak's Force Hydration Reservoir uses tougher materials t…

A specialized piece of winter gear, for the outdoor professional or hardcore winter camper Black Diamond says The MacGyver saw for avalanche safety experts and backcountry travelers, the new Black Diamond Snow Saw Guide is lightweight at only 160 g…

The LightFoot Groundsheets are made from tough 68D PU coated fabric. The LightFoot is the correct size for the footprint of the tent with the correct fixings for easy convenient use. To save weight, it does not cover the vestibule space. Sea to Summ…

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 Spice up your meals with our fabulous Vegeta…

Simple, practical, and built to last, the Bond keeps things clean and efficient for everyday and trail use. Leatherman says:  Inspired by Tim Leatherman’s original Pocket Survival Tool, Bond pairs classic design with the tools needed to ta…

Built to last and cleverly designed, the Gregory Nano Waistpack Mini is a compact option for carrying essentials with minimal fuss. Gregory says:  Stay organized while keeping your setup minimal with the Nano Waistpack Mini. Wear it on travel da…

The Pasta Carbonara is part of an interesting range of meals from Adventure Foods. Long dates on Adventure Foods as well - so if you don't eat everything on your next trip there's always the one after. Adventure Food says Pasta dish with ham, leek, …

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…

A smokey, aromatic classic, with a lovely hint of fennel. Firepot says:  There are few meals we look forward to as much as this: a Spanish-style paella after a long day on the go. Our version is colourful and rich, with fresh tomatoes and pepper…

Nalgene's Medium Plastic Container Travel Kit is a selection of 6 guaranteed leakproof durable bottles; some with independent screw caps some with handy dispensing caps and storage jars. Nalgene says Here at Nalgene we have very high standards when …

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Expedition Foods says:  This freeze-dried delight brings a fiesta of flavour, wherever you are. We've combined tender chicken with long grain rice, vibrant sweetcorn, colourful bel…

UOG TOP PICK: Efficient, versatile, and ultralight – the Fire Maple Petrel Pot is built for solo adventures and maximum fuel savings. Its efficiency and reasonable price make it one of our top picks! Fire Maple says:  Ideal for the solo...

Real Turmat aim to make their meals so that they taste homemade. The balance of nutrition and flavour combined with sufficient amounts of carbs, fat and protein result in tasty, filling meals ideal for your next adventure. Real Turmat says In order …

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 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…

The Vapor Barrier is a sleeping bag liner designed to protect your sleeping bag from moisture while also trapping your body heat and keeping you warm and comfortable in the harshest cold weather conditions. Cocoon says The COCOON Vapor Barrier Liner…

Energy enriched, protein fortified hot pasta meal with a rich tomato & basil sauce. Supplies 25 grams of high quality vegetarian protein. Torq says:  Our Explore Supercharged Pasta Meals have been designed to provide easily accessible, usef…

TORQ are experts in nutrition, these breakfasts have everything you need to give you a get-up-and-go feeling when you're waking up on the trail.  TORQ says:  Our TORQ Explore instant super-charged breakfasts have been designed to provide ea…

Gossamer Gears Lightrek Hiking Umbrella is perfect to give sun protection as its reflective silver on the outside and opaque Black on the inside surface. Although ultralight its still a reasonable diameter at 95cm. Gossamer Gear says:  The...

Perfect for those who need a lightweight, packable bag that doesn’t compromise on practicality. Montbell says:  This tote bag is perfect for round-the-clock use, as a supplementary travel bag or an everyday eco bag. Opening features a...