The Great Outdoors – July 2019

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New gear


GEAR


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Gear news & reviews
Chiara Bullen & Chris Townsend


Hiking shirts
Chris Townsend

Womens base layers
Judy Armstrong

70 The Great Outdoors July 2019

Leki
Space GTX Gloves
£59.95
Sporty and robust, Leki’s Space GTX gloves offer plenty
weather protection thanks to their Gore-Tex membrane.
The softshell upper material combined with Leki’s
Comfort Fit technology gives skiers and cold-weather
walkers plenty of room and comfortable warmth at all
times. The lining is made of Micro Bemberg, which keeps
the glove dry. A sturdy synthetic G Grip ensures a safe,
good grip on trekking and ski poles.
leki.com

Berghaus
Panamax 70
£180
For summer 2019, Berghaus have
introduced a new generation
of large capacity load-carrying
backpacks for men and women.
The Panamax 70 combines
comfort, durability andf reedom
of movement with low weight.
The unique chassis system is
designed to mirror the body’s
movement, with wider shoulder
straps that spread the load
and help deliver a comfortable
fit. The free-floating hipbelt
provides unhindered movement,
moving with the body, while
also supporting the load. The
Panamax 70 weighs 1.89kg.
berghaus.com

Darn Tough
Light Hiker
£20
The updated Light Hiker from Darn Tough features new
technical features. To maximise breathability, mesh zones
have been added on top of the foot to improve fit.  The
reinforced cushioning that extends over the Achilles offers
increased comfort in the boot and the smooth, narrow rib
up the leg doesn’t slip. Available in men’s, women’s and
children’s fit.
darntough.com

Fjällräven
Keb Trousers
£175
Fjällräven have updated their classic
Keb Trousers for this summer
season. They feature a new and
improved fit that is designed to offer
greater comfort and functionality
while trekking. The new design is
7% lighter than the old model and
features reduced seams that not
only provide increased durability but
also a lower risk of chafing during
strenuous hikes. They have also
added a two-way zip to the leg vents
as well as improving the functionality
of the leg cuffs.
fjallraven.co.uk
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