August 14, 2019
Category: climbing
August 12, 2019
PrimaLoft Takes Aerogel Tech Outdoors
With the introduction of the Cross Core Series this Autumn/Winter season, PrimaLoft is pushing the boundaries of performance. Up to 80% post-recycle content has been used as PrimaLoft continues to its mission to be Relentlessly Responsible.
August 11, 2019
Around Loch Lomond And The Trossachs
For too long, I had sped past on my way north to the Highlands and Hebrides. Despite passing Arrochar and its Alps, the lure of the north held me in thrall. It was several years before I finally made it to the summit of the most spectacular peak Ben Arthur, better known as The Cobbler.
August 8, 2019
Zamberlan Extends Women’s Boot Range
For the first time in its 90 year history, Zamberlan’s 2019 launch of its Epic Women range saw footwear designed, conceived, tested and produced for the needs of the female fit, weight, energy, performance and aesthetics. The company stated, ‘It has been developed to honour the talent and legacy of courageous women who have changed the history of mountaineering.’
August 6, 2019
UK Govt Wants Kids To Head Outdoors
Last month, UK Education Secretary Damian Hinds launched #SummerOutdoors which will suggest free or low-cost options to keep children entertained and spark interest in character-building activities during the summer break. Children and families will be encouraged to explore the outdoors during the summer holidays, as a series of fun tips and events for kids happening across the country will be signposted each week.
August 5, 2019
Polygiene Wins Outdoor Award
After dedicated outdoor testing and lively discussions in a remote mountain area of Austria, an international jury came up with the winners of Scandinavian Outdoor Awards for next year’s spring/summer season. Announced at OutDoor by ISPO, the jury stated that the Sustainability Award winner Polygiene/Odor Crunch, ‘can be a game changer, not only for the outdoor business but for the entire apparel industry.’
August 3, 2019
Salewa To Stop Plastic Packaging
Mountain sports equipment manufacturer Salewa is extending its commitment to sustainability by doing away with plastic packaging. Environmental protection is an integral part of the overall sustainability strategy of its parent company, the Oberalp Group. From July 2019, the company has been shipping 60% of products purchased via its ecommerce site in a speciallymade Salewa Grassbox.
August 2, 2019
Eco Engineering Drives Polartec Evolution
With the term Eco-Engineering™ (an initiative aiming to use recycled and biodegradable materials across the whole product line), Polartec captured my imagination. With its products, it created not only a new category but also revised expectations on the performance of outdoor clothing.
July 31, 2019
Traynor On The Trail 