http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/ The UK's leading climbing and mountaineering website. weekly 3 2008-09-02T00:00+01:00 2008-09-02T00:00+01:00 Copyright (c) 2008 UKClimbing.com Ltd UKC Articles (mailto:articles@ukclimbing.com) http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/review.php?id=1130 Stephen Horne & Sam Leach 2008-09-02T00:00+01:00 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..." http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/news.php?id=1236 Alpkit 2008-09-01T00:00+01:00 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. http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/news.php?id=1231 Marmot 2008-08-29T00:00+01:00 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 http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/news.php?id=1228 Jonathan Petty 2008-08-26T00:00+01:00 Patagonia’s most water-resistant softshell has a fast dry time and extreme breathability for full-on alpine climbing and skiing performance. http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/review.php?id=1221 Jack Geldard - Editor - UKC 2008-08-21T00:00+01:00 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. http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/news.php?id=1220 2008-08-20T00:00+01:00 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. http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/news.php?id=1211 2008-08-19T00:00+01:00 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. http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/review.php?id=1172 Jack Geldard & Martin Chester 2008-08-18T00:00+01:00 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... http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/news.php?id=1210 Marmot 2008-08-18T00:00+01:00 Camping in North Wales is never an easy experience. Rain lashes down with the ferocity of a waterfall and the wind pounds like crazed woman with a baseball bat. Peeling back the tents door reveals carnage of the storm. How could your tent have taken such a pounding? The answer is simple......You've just spent the night in the Marmot Asagrd 2P Mountain Tent http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/review.php?id=1140 TobyA 2008-08-15T00:00+01:00 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..." http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/review.php?id=1187 Andy Kirkpatrick 2008-08-12T00:00+01:00 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. http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/review.php?id=1200 Angie Lester 2008-08-11T00:00+01:00 Two essential items of kit for the woman climber, mountaineer and hillwalker: the Moon Cup and the SheeWee. The Moon Cup is effectively a silicon cup that you place inside, like a tampon, that collects fluids, then, when required you take it out, wash it and re-use it. Once in place you cannot feel it at all. The Shewee is a moulded plastic funnel that provides women with a simple, private and hygienic method of urinating without removing clothes whilst standing AND sitting. http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/review.php?id=1185 Chris Dainton 2008-08-10T00:00+01:00 The PRIMUS EtaExpress™ Lightweight Compact Stove" "I am going to come right out and say that this is a great compact lightweight auto ignition stove and pot system that is solidly built. It does the job well and it does it fast. It should be ideal for lightweight backpacking/camping, alpine bivis, leaving in the car/van for quick brews or as a backup/second stove when car camping. The heat exchanger and windshield mean that the stove is efficient and you need less fuel to cook your meal, important if on an extended trip in the mountains. It's small and light - 470g. Similar stoves: the MSR Reactor and Jetboil stoves." writes Chris Dainton. http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/review.php?id=1146 Jack Geldard - Editor - UKC 2008-08-08T00:00+01:00 Jack Geldard reviews the Infinity Sprint 9.2 from Wild Country. The Sprint 9.2 is a super light single rope. It can be for Trad climbing or Sport climbing. It is available in a variety of lengths to suit your purpose. And yes, he does fall off! http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/news.php?id=1192 Slap Holds 2008-08-05T00:00+01:00 New lightweight volumes with bolt-on placements