Gear Reviews

Ken Daykin reviews Grit Blocs:100 of the Finest Boulder Problems on Pennine Gritstone by Dave Parry

Ken Daykin reviews Alex Buisse's excellent mountaineering book, Mont Blanc Lines

Chris Hindley reviews the latest Climber's Club definitive guidebook to North Devon and Cornwall

Andy Clarke reviews A Feeling for Rock by Sarah-Jane Dobner

In part 2 of this two-part review, we look at equipment suitable for harder winter climbing and Alpine routes.

In part 1 of this two-part review, we look at kit suitable for easier grade winter climbing and classic Alpine routes.

Noel Dawson reviews Extreme Lakeland by Nadir Khan and Tom McNally. A photographic journey through Lake District adventure sports.

Petzl’s IKO Core has a lot to offer for the all-round outdoor/climbing enthusiast despite being aimed at the trail running market.

Bruce Goodlad tests a handful of top quality hardshell trousers for this winter season.

In this gear review, Ros Beveridge checks out some of the women’s/low volume shoes.

Mark Reeves reviews this Alpine climbing pack that's big enough to carry everything you need on multi-day routes.

Rab’s clever blend of fabrics and design combine to produce an incredibly light and versatile insulated garment.