The Heyerdahl 2 from The North Face is a 2 person, 3 season tunnel tent weighing 2.81 kg. In this review we will take a detailed look at the design and features of the Heyerdahl 2, to help you decide if this is the right tent for you. Pitching the Heyerdahl Tent The Heyerdahl 2, … Continue reading The North Face Heyerdahl 2 Tent Review
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Buying the Right Boots For Backpacking – A Guide
So you're thinking of going on a trek and you've got to carry all you kit, and you're wondering if you've got the boots for the job? The following guide will give you some advice and show you what to look for when buying the right boots for backpacking. What is Backpacking? However, I'm getting … Continue reading Buying the Right Boots For Backpacking – A Guide
Jack Wolfskin Gossamer Bivi Tent Review
Jack Wolfskin’s Gossamer Tent is one of the growing breed of what I would classify as hybrid tents, which are in between a bivi and traditional one person camping tent, it’s no surprise that many people refer to such tents as Bivi Tents. The Jack Wolfskin brand name and its excellent price have seen the … Continue reading Jack Wolfskin Gossamer Bivi Tent Review
The North Face Talus 2 EU and 3 EU Tent Review
The North Face are one of the leading tent manufacturers and the Talus 2 EU and 3 EU are the latest additions to their range. This review looks at the tents main features and critiques these latest editions to The North Face family.
Salomon Fast Wing Hoodie Feature Review
Salomon Fast Wing Hoodie This lightweight windproof jacket which has been designed for runners as both a training or race jacket. Looking at the Fast Wing you may be forgiven for thinking that it is like many other lightweight windshirts but when you scratch below the surface and look at the features you come to … Continue reading Salomon Fast Wing Hoodie Feature Review
Nordisk Telemark 2 LW Tent Review
At only 950 grams the Nordisk Telemark 2 LW is currently our lightest 2 person backpacking tent. It is suitable for 3 season use, even in high winds and has plenty of useful features. Pitching Pick the tent up in its stuff sack and it feels lovely and light. Nordisk have made sure that its … Continue reading Nordisk Telemark 2 LW Tent Review
Jack Wolfskin Sanctuary II RT Tent Review
Update: We are no longer stocking the Sanctuary II RT and instead recommend the Force 10 Strato 2 tunnel tent, which is a 4 season, 2 person tent that weighs 2.26kg. The Jack Wolfksin Sanctuary II RT is a spacious, 2 person, tunnel tent. With a weight of 2.65 kg it is light enough for … Continue reading Jack Wolfskin Sanctuary II RT Tent Review
MSR Hubba HP – Tent Review
Update: We no longer sell the Hubba HP and instead recommend the Nordisk Telemark 1 LW tent, which is lighter than the Hubba HP and has more features. The MSR Hubba HP is a high performance 3 season, one man tent, with a low weight of 1.36kg. It is easy to pitch and in our … Continue reading MSR Hubba HP – Tent Review
Lightwave T20 Hyper XT Tent Review
The Lightwave T20 Hyper XT tent is a 2 man, 4 season tunnel tent weighing in at a respectable 2.25 kg. The T20 Hyper XT as the XT in its name suggests has a large extended vestibule with plenty of room for storage, to cook or just hang out. Designed for 4 season use, it will come as … Continue reading Lightwave T20 Hyper XT Tent Review
Snugpak Scorpion 2 Tent Review
The Snugpak Scorpion 2 is a 2 man semi-geodesic tent. Its sturdy build and robust fabric means that this tent should last a lifetime. The Scorpion 2 is a 3-4 season tent which sleeps two people (under 6ft) in comfort. Weighing in at 2.65kg the Scorpion 2 is a lightweight tent which is ideal for … Continue reading Snugpak Scorpion 2 Tent Review
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