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Kit review: Mammut Kira half-zip baselayer

I love it when one product that serves two purposes. The Mammut Kira half-zip baselayer […]

Sorel winter boots

If you are looking for a high quality winter boot to keep your feet warm […]

Kit review: Julbo Nautic Swell sunglasses

The G-Force needed new sunglasses. His favourite brand for years has been Oakley but he […]

Kit review: Rab Cirque Women’s Down Jacket

Go Outdoors recently highlighted what they reckon is a new trend for mixing practical outdoor […]

Go Outdoors highlight trend for practical-fashion clothing combos

The retailer Go Outdoors reckons there is something of a new trend for combining warm, technical […]

Kit review: Protected Species Parka jacket

I first reviewed a Protected Species waterproof mac in 2014. I liked the concept and […]

Kit review: Bergans of Norway Osatind pants

I have been wearing Bergans of Norway Osatind pants (and Bergans of Norway Storen jacket) […]

Kit review: Merrell Moab Gore-Tex walking shoes

I asked friend and keen walker Sam to review a pair of Merrell Moab Gore-Tex […]

Two Scottish brands win ISPO Gold Awards

Lonely Mountain Skis from Birnam, Perth & Kinross, and Teko socks from Edinburgh both won […]

Kit review: Osprey Shuttle 100

Osprey’s new Shuttle 100 is a sporty-looking suitcase on wheels. I put it to the […]

Infographic: Guide to essential year-round bike kit

Whatever your chosen cycling mode and whether it is spring, summer, autumn or winter this […]

Healthy gem: Chop Chop in Glasgow

Eating out does not need to be an unhealthy choice if you know where to […]