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These are reviews from the UKC editorial team

Boreal Satori - an all round performer

We last reviewed the Satori back in 2019, and whilst the model featured here shares the name, and still sits at the top of Boreal's performance climbing collection, it feels like a big step up from its predecessor in every other way.

Montane Men's Resolve XT Jacket

Montane Tenacity Pants - Legwear for all seasons

Black Diamond Vapor & Capitan Helmets

Edelrid Moe 3R - The first recycled harness

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Latest Group Tests

These feature many different product ranges, reviewed by the UKC editorial team

Performance Headtorches - Petzl Nao RL, Silva FREE and Black Diamond Distance 1500

Torch technology moves on fast, and the latest generation of high power models are mind-bogglingly bright. Here we compare three headtorches that feature a dazzling 1000+ lumens of output. While they all have their impressive points, each is be...

26 2 Feb

Gear of the Year 2023

Our reviewers see a lot of gear, and while most is pretty good there will always be a few real stand-outs. Looking back over the last 12 months of rigorous in-the-field use, the review team have picked their personal highlights. Here it is, our Gear of the Year...

6 Dec, 2023

Recycled Gear - Reducing Our Impact

With a growing awareness of environmental issues, and the urgent need for greater sustainability, many outdoor brands are increasing their use of recycling. To highlight these efforts, we look at a diverse range of products featuring significant...

3 3 Oct, 2023

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Latest Competitions

Open Comp Win a Cocoon Ultralight Hammock Set

Open Comp Win 1 of 3 Rockfax Digital Subscriptions with Summit Financial Services

Open Comp Win a Gruezi bag Downwool Subzero sleeping bag

Open Comp Win a set of Gregory Alpaca Gear Organisers

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Latest News

These are announcements direct from manufacturers

MPOWERD Luci Site Lights – Innovative "Stake" Lights.

Luci Site Lights now available in the UK!

4 14 May

The Art of Climbing – Out Now

Capturing the beauty, theatre and emotions of a climb in a single shuttered moment, 'The Art of Climbing' is a dramatic collection of photographs by Australian rock climber and photographer, Simon Carter

6 18 Apr

Cocoon's Innovative Travel Towels

Cocoon's innovative fabric materials combined with clever design help travellers, climbers and adventurer's journey in comfort and travel as lightly and efficiently as possible.

16 Apr

Berghaus Freeflow - a new dimension for ventilated packs

Berghaus has launched a new generation of Freeflow daysacks, using 3D technology to deliver innovation in...

13 Mar

OCÚN Twist Tech Eco: The First Eco-Friendly Harness

Experience the ultimate in comfort and versatility with our sustainable climbing harness. Made from...

5 11 Mar

OHM II & PINCH from EDELRID

2024 is, as usual, shaping up to be an exciting year for EDELRID. This year brings, not only some new products but also some...

13 8 Mar

LifeStraw : New Peak Gravity Purifier

LifeStraw New Peak Gravity Purifier now available plus LifeStraw Impact Update

5 Mar

SOTO extends range of expedition cooking kit

9 Feb

Shaped To Be Recycled By Artline Holds

21 7 Dec, 2023

The Great Wilderness Book - Photographs of the Scottish Highlands

15 6 Dec, 2023

Tenaya Approach Shoes: Tenerife, Nes and Mojocar

3 5 Dec, 2023

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Trade Show Reports

OTS 2023

Trade Show Reports from the UKC editorial team

OTS 2023 Our Best of the Show

This year's Outdoor Trade Show has just wrapped up. Staged in a tropical Liverpool, the show brought practically all the brands with a UK presence under one roof. While a lot of the gear on display looked good, as always there were a few pieces in particular that stood out for us. Here's our pick of OTS 23.

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