Ski Mountaineer Tamara Lunger Interview

Tamara Lunger started competitive ski-touring in 2002 and, as a member of the Italian national team, won several major titles. These include Italian Champion in 2006 and 2008, winner of the Pierra Menta 2007 and Long Distance World Champion 2008. Following these successes Tamara has progressed onto mountaineering, becoming the youngest woman to climb Lhotse … Continue reading Ski Mountaineer Tamara Lunger Interview →

Alpinist David Göttler Interview

Alpine climber David Gottler is a professional mountain guide and cameraman. Having summitted four 8000m mountains his mountaineering skills are more than proven. He has also made impressive winter climbs of famous north faces such as the Eiger, Grand Jorasse and Matterhorn. Twice attempting a K2 summit and a new route on Ama Dablam, David … Continue reading Alpinist David Göttler Interview →

Summer Windproof Jackets

Standing in our shop last week I had an epiphany whilst examining two different windshirts, a thought came into my mind which stunned me that wind proof clothing is even more versatile than I thought! Now in my defence I know Waterproof Jackets are 100% windproof, but what I was thinking about was the other windproof … Continue reading Summer Windproof Jackets →

The North Face Decagon Jacket Review

Update : We no longer stock the Decagon Jacket. Our closest match is the The North Face Plasma Thermoball Jacket and Women's Inlux Jacket, which are also insulated, waterproof jackets. The Decagon Jacket is a hooded, waterproof jacket. Whilst it is primarily aimed at the skiing and snow boarding market, the Decagon is highly suitable … Continue reading The North Face Decagon Jacket Review →

The North Face Tadpole 2 DL Tent Review

The North Face Tadpole Tent series has been on our shelves since 1987, and has spawned many copies and imitators. The Tadpole's design has been so successful The North Face have used it as a starting point for the Meso, Mica, Big Fat Frog and Rock series. It is no surprise, that twenty five years … Continue reading The North Face Tadpole 2 DL Tent Review →