Patagonia Capilene Cool Lightweight Tee review
The lightest version of Patagonia’s new Capilene Cool, hot-conditions baselayer collection uses an ultra-fast wicking and drying fabric to cope with hot, sweaty work when the going gets scorchio.
The Big Question: What’s the best baselayer?
Merino wool? Polyester? Polypropylene? A demented mixture of all three maybe? What’s the best baselayer fabric for you and what else do you need to know about baselayers?
New Montane Trailblazer packs use running vest technology
Montane’s new for spring range of three lightweight Trailblazer packs look like an interesting mix of technology and features borrowed from vest-type running packs and more conventional designs…
The Mountain Company
The Mountain Company is an award-winning adventure travel operator specialising in cultural tours, treks and expeditions to the Himalaya and Karakoram.
Sprayway – What’s new for 2019
We’re just back from a flying visit to Sprayway HQ on the eastern fringes of Manchester. From the upstairs windows, you can see the foothills of the Peak District and in 15 minutes or so, you can be on the ground in the UK’s most popular National Park.

