Latest Product News
Announcements direct from the manufacturers |
| Alpkit Woomf Sep-08 |
![[Woomf #1, 2 kb]](http://img.ukclimbing.com/t/96470.jpg "[Woomf #1, 2 kb]") Compact pad ideal for small cars and travelling to your favourite boulder destination. The top layer of closed cell foam is a continuous layer creating a safe landing area over the hinge. New Ballistic Nylon Shell originally developed for use in flak jackets it is very resistive to abrasion and tearing. Delivery included. |
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| Marmot Troll Wall Jacket Aug-08 |
![[Marmot Troll Wall Jacket, 2 kb]](http://img.ukclimbing.com/t/96276.jpg "[Marmot Troll Wall Jacket, 2 kb]") Rugged, lightweight Gore-Tex® protection that’s worthy of its legendary namesake in Norway. This professional shell’s three-layer, weatherproof construction features our Micro Grid woven backer technology for improved internal abrasion and snag resistance, breathability, and decreased weight |
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| Patagonia Ascensionist Jacket Aug-08 |
![[Patagonia Ascensionist Jacket, 3 kb]](http://img.ukclimbing.com/t/96043.jpg "[Patagonia Ascensionist Jacket, 3 kb]") Patagonia’s most water-resistant softshell has a fast dry time and extreme breathability for full-on alpine climbing and skiing performance. |
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| PRESS RELEASE: Big Stone and Edelweiss Ropes Aug-08 |
![[Edelweiss, 3 kb]](http://img.ukclimbing.com/t/95668.jpg "[Edelweiss, 3 kb]") Big Stone are proud to announce the addition of Edelweiss Ropes to their portfolio of high end brands, which already includes Five Ten, and Arc’teryx. |
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| Petzl ULTRA....350 lumens Aug-08 |
![[Ultra1, 3 kb]](http://img.ukclimbing.com/t/95546.jpg "[Ultra1, 3 kb]") The ULTRA headlamp line is designed for extreme activities requiring both long distance and wide-angle lighting at the same time; which are essential for anticipating obstacles and complete freedom of movement during activities such as orienteering races, treks, running, etc. With a maximum brightness of 350 lumens, these lamps have an exceptional weight-to-power ratio. The innovative and modular design of the ULTRA BELT and ULTRA headlamps allows them to be easily and quickly be adapted to any situation; by increasing the battery life or changing the way the headlamp is worn, for example.
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Gear Reviews
Independent reviews from the UKC gear testers |
| Marmot DriClime 'Catalyst' & 'Original' Jackets Sep-08 |
![[Stephen Horne in awe of the big walls in Madagascar, 4 kb]](http://img.ukclimbing.com/t/96607.jpg "[Stephen Horne in awe of the big walls in Madagascar, 4 kb]") Stephen Horne says: "I look cool in anything , but in the DriClime I feel cool on hot walk-ins and I don't freeze in icy winds. Brilliant."
Sam Leach says: "I'm a sweater. I sweat - a lot. It really is a bit of a pain. One of the downsides of being a sweater (aside from the smell) is trying to find the right clothes to keep you comfortable..." |
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| Holdz Climbing Hold Review Aug-08 |
![[Big Bertha - the new polyurethane holds can be hollowed out - making them lighter., 3 kb]](http://img.ukclimbing.com/t/95747.jpg "[Big Bertha - the new polyurethane holds can be hollowed out - making them lighter., 3 kb]") Holdz sent me four sets of crimps, pinches and jugs to test. And test I did. I opened the boxes with a slight smile - imagining my biceps growing to the size of melons as I trained to glory on these new fluorescent holds. How did I get on? Am I now rivalling Adam Ondra? Not quite, but I did find well designed, beautifully carved and super strong holds in a good variety of shapes. |
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| Scottish Rock Volume 1 - Reviewed Aug-08 |
![[Spitfire, The Anvil, Arrochar Area, Niall McNair climbing, 3 kb]](http://img.ukclimbing.com/t/95074.jpg "[Spitfire, The Anvil, Arrochar Area, Niall McNair climbing, 3 kb]") Lucky, lucky me to get my hands on a copy of the long awaited Scottish Rock guide – it's truly inspirational. An initial flick through the content had my palms sweating, and the pictures had me salivating from cover to cover... |
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| DMM Shadow Quickdraws Aug-08 |
![[Keylock Nose, 2 kb]](http://img.ukclimbing.com/t/95263.jpg "[Keylock Nose, 2 kb]") TobyA gets to grips with the DMM Shadow Quickdraws. He's had them for over six months and he takes a look at the Keylock nose, the different options available and how long the 'biners last. "It's the welterweight champ of the karabiner ring; still light enough to be fast but has some serious muscle..." |
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| Andy Kirkpatrick's Dr Gear: Part II - Alpine Leg-Wear Aug-08 |
![[Andy Kirkpatrick is Doctor Gear, 2 kb]](http://img.ukclimbing.com/t/92250.jpg "[Andy Kirkpatrick is Doctor Gear, 2 kb]") Liz J has a question about Alpine leg-wear. Andy responds directly to her question and gives a little back ground on Alpine leg-wear systems and options. |
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