Gear Reviews

The wait is finally over for the hotly anticipated Lake District Bouldering guide, written by the area’s bouldering aficionado, Greg Chapman.

Designed for the Alpine environment, Rab's Kinetic Alpine Jacket and Pants continue the drive for modern, lightweight functional clothing.

The Ortlieb Atrack is a fully waterproof rucksack for use in many situations. Mark Reeves puts it through its paces.

The Edelrid Nineteen G quickdraw

Climbing helmets have come a long way in 20 years, so check out BDs lightweight offering.

Keith Sharples reviews Make or Break, a climbing injuries book by Dave MacLeod.

The history, the routes, the climbers of rock climbing in the Peak District.

The Pro Guide Lite belay device provides an excellent package at a respectable 76g.

Bruce Goodlad heads to the mountains to test the Tifosi Tyrant sunglasses.

The Xplorer Shoe from La Sportiva is an approach shoe designed for technical approaches on rock, crag trails and Via Ferrate.

With two layers of PrimaLoft this belay parka is certainly warm, but what else does it offer...