The ski season is officially here! Whilst most of the UK has been shivering over the weekend, Europe has been getting an amazing start to the ski season. Many of […]
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Leathermans Tool Guide & Offers
Over the last couple of weeks, the Facewest team has been busy updating all the Leathermans on the site. There’s now plenty of shiny multi-tools for every job you can […]
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Suunto Ambit Software Update
Just before I left on holiday I updated my Suunto Ambit to the latest software, which I have now found time to test. 1. UK Grid references. As I said […]
Reviews
Arcteryx Atom LT Review
If there’s one item of clothing that’s never actually in my wardrobe, it’s the Arcteryx Atom LT. I’ve had mine for around 2 years now and it’s my absolute […]
Reviews
Ortovox Zoom Review
The Ortovox Zoom is new transceiver this season. We are expecting our winter stock any day soon, but I’ve had a production sample to test. First impressions are good. With […]
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Mountain Biking / Skiing chalet in Beaufort.
A quick plug for my Chalet. If you are looking for a chalet to rent either summer or winter then please take a look at my chalet in the Beaufort […]
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Go Pro Warning for Transceiver users
Quick warning for Transceiver users. There is potential interference from a Go Pro camera and any modern digital avalanche transceiver. I noticed it when testing an Ortovox Zoom, although it […]
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Kendal Mountain Festival 2012
Just as it starts to get cold, wet and dark outside, the Kendal Mountain Festival once again looms close to provide some inspiration to get you through the winter! With […]
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Update to the Hope Vision 1 Adventure for 2013
Hope have released yet another great headtorch/bike light this winter with an update to their Vision 1 Adventure. The new version is over one third brighter than 2011’s model, with […]