At the weekend (26/10/2024) me and my good friend Tom decided to head up to the Lake District for a night in the fells. One reason behind the trip is […]
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Petzl ALPEN ADAPT Crampon System
Traditionally Crampons have been separated into 3 categories: C1 or ‘strap’ crampons go with B1 boots. They require no special features on the boot thanks to their flexible strap attachment […]
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Black Diamond Recon LT Recall
Black Diamond have announced a voluntary recall on the Recon LT transceiver. In a limited number of cases, the Recon LT could unexpectedly enter search mode, despite its rotary switch […]
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Facewest Transceiver Review
Looking for your first avalanche transceiver, or in the market for an upgrade? Our transceiver review will help you choose. Learn about the features you should be looking for and […]
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Buffalo Clothing – How does it work?
Buffalo Double Pile clothing is the UK made alternative to the hard shell waterproof jacket. Made from an inner layer of high loft pile fleece and an outer wind proof […]
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New Big Agnes Tents
Big Agnes is a new brand here at Facewest. If you haven’t heard of Big Agnes they are an outdoor gear manufacture that was founded in 2000. They are based […]
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Superlight Stove Comparison
If you are heading off into the hills for any period of time hot food and drink are vital to not only your survival should things go wrong but also […]
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Pieps / Black Diamond Avalanche Transceiver Safety Check.
Black Diamond / Pieps have announced a safety check for their range of transceivers which share components. They have observed a small number of devices with malfunctioning components that may […]
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Avalanche Transceiver Review. Winter 2021/22
In general the transceiver market has crystalized into 2 distinct groups, Standard and Advanced Transceivers. This is a rather arbitrary division, it does not mean that advanced transceivers are always […]