I’m just back from a two week trip to Chamonix; the conditions were not particularly great with not much ice about, the ice that was around being mostly old black […]
General
November Treasure Hunt – Petzl Lighting
We’re pleased to announce that our second monthly treasure hunt is now live. This month we’re sponsored by Petzl who’ve provided us with a new Tikka 2 XP and 20 […]
General
Open Adventure 5 Hawkshead
Me and my partner Tim Ashelford, at the start! Oh the joys of a winter adventure race series! The first Open 5 of the winter was last sunday in Hawkshead, […]
Reviews
First Look Silva Alpha Headlamp
Had my first proper night run with the Silva Alpha last night and was pretty impressed. When I picked it up I thought that the headstrap seemed a little stiff […]
New Products
Snowpulse ABS Back Packs
This winter we are selling Snowpulse ABS backpacks. Just about the most expensive backpacks you can buy, but probably the best line of avalanche protection after a good think and […]
New Products
Sealskinz From Facewest
We now stock Sealskinz waterproof gloves and socks. See the complete range. Sealskinz are great value, fully waterproof gloves and socks. They use the Porelle membrane to ensure that they […]
General
The Facewest Treasure Hunt – Win a Marmot Down Jacket
In association with Marmot we’re proud to announce our first ever online treasure hunt. Win a Marmot Zeus Down Jacket worth £140 by following the clues to find the hidden […]
General
3 Peaks CycloCross 2009
At the end of september I completed one of my season goals by doing both 3 Peaks races in Yorkshire. The 3 peaks fell race was in March and the […]
New Products
New Diamir Eagle Binding – In Stock
The New Eagle ski touring binding from Diamir is now available. The Eagle replaces the explore but features an improved and more effcient walking system. The goal was to move […]