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Summer 2023<br />
Kit yourself out for the<br />
perfect summer of walking,<br />
wherever it may take you!<br />
Gear<br />
FOOTWEAR • RUCKSACKS • ACCESSORIES • SHIRTS • SOCKS<br />
WATERPROOFS • TROUSERS • SHORTS • GADGETS... & MORE!
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Bring it on!<br />
‘Time flies by in the yellow and green<br />
Stick around and you’ll see what I mean<br />
There’s a mountaintop that I’m dreaming of<br />
If you need me you know where I’ll be.’<br />
I’VE BEEN THINKING about that lyric a lot lately. It’s from Shotgun by<br />
George Ezra, who thanks to his marvellous movie End to End is well on his way<br />
to becoming Britain’s new favourite walker (a sentiment I can only echo, after<br />
interviewing him for Country Walking last issue – he really is that sweet).<br />
George specialises in upbeat songs that put summer in a bottle (see also Green<br />
Green Grass), and they’ve barely left my playlist while we worked on this Guide.<br />
So if you’ve ever wanted to seek out the yellow and green, or dreamt of a<br />
mountain, this Guide is for you: a sun-soaked hayride through this season’s<br />
summer gear, from shirts that cool your skin to rucksacks with hydration systems<br />
wired in; from a waterproof hijab to shoes that want to help save the planet.<br />
Whatever mountaintops you’re dreaming of this summer, this is the kit that’ll<br />
bring them closer. Dreams are great. Reality can be even better.<br />
NICK HALLISSEY<br />
Deputy Editor, Country Walking<br />
Contents<br />
05 SHIRTS & TEES<br />
Explorer-style button shirt<br />
or fast-wicking baselayer?<br />
The choice is yours.<br />
09 TROUSERS & SHORTS<br />
Keep those hard-working legs<br />
cool and comfy when the<br />
mercury’s rising.<br />
13 RUCKSACKS<br />
From compact daypacks to big<br />
beasts for the Coast to Coast<br />
and Pennine Way.<br />
17 SUMMER ESSENTIALS<br />
From poles to pants: all the<br />
little extras that make summer<br />
adventures truly memorable.<br />
21 FOOTWEAR<br />
Everything from super-light<br />
sandals for the beach to boots<br />
for high-peak trekking.<br />
25 SUMMER SOCKS<br />
Keep your feet happy on every<br />
walk, whether it’s a stroll in the<br />
park or a 10-day trek.<br />
28 WATERPROOFS<br />
Unbelievably, it can still rain in<br />
July. But choose from these and<br />
that isn’t a problem.<br />
Plus: MASTERCLASSES<br />
A close look at what makes<br />
the best outdoor kit work<br />
so darn beautifully.<br />
SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023 3
Shirts and Tees<br />
Your body’s first, last, and sometimes<br />
only line of defence. Make it count.<br />
ADVERTISING FEATURE<br />
THE MASTERCLASS<br />
ZEROFIT<br />
COLD SKIN BASELAYER<br />
Of all the upper layers we wear,<br />
the shirt, tee or technical<br />
baselayer is the only one<br />
that can ever call itself<br />
your first, last and only<br />
line of defence. Which<br />
means it has to do a<br />
really complex job, really<br />
well: managing moisture,<br />
adapting to the weather,<br />
and staying breathable no<br />
matter how hot it gets.<br />
Here to show how that’s<br />
done is the brand new Cold<br />
Skin baselayer from Zerofit.<br />
They might be best known<br />
for the Heatrub – the<br />
warmest baselayer on the<br />
market – but here they’re<br />
out to prove they’ve got<br />
summer covered, too.<br />
V-NECK DESIGN<br />
The new Cold Skin features<br />
a refined neckline that<br />
allows breathability as<br />
well as comfort for<br />
both male and<br />
female hikers.<br />
NO HOT SPOTS<br />
The Cold Skin’s baselayer<br />
technology uses innovative<br />
fibres that are engineered<br />
to dissipate heat and<br />
spread it effectively over<br />
the body surface, so<br />
walkers won’t experience<br />
the problem of ‘hot spots’.<br />
SWEAT FREE<br />
The thin and<br />
lightweight fabric<br />
disperses sweat<br />
rapidly creating a<br />
quick dry feeling<br />
without stress on<br />
the skin or causing<br />
restriction of<br />
movement.<br />
SUN PROTECTION<br />
The Cold Skin has a UPF50+<br />
rating, giving all users maximum<br />
protection against the sun’s<br />
harmful rays during the<br />
warmest months of the year.<br />
COLD-TO-TOUCH<br />
Following extensive testing by hikers and<br />
other outdoor enthusiasts, the Cold Skin<br />
features ‘Cold-to-Touch’ (CTT) Technology,<br />
which means it’s cold as soon as you pull it on<br />
in a temperature range of 20° to 40°C.<br />
How much &<br />
where from?<br />
The Cold Skin baselayer<br />
is priced at £50 and is<br />
available from June,<br />
with next working day<br />
delivery, free of charge,<br />
from zerofit.co.uk.<br />
Pre-orders are now<br />
being taken – contact<br />
info@zerofit.co.uk for<br />
more information.<br />
Turn over to find a<br />
selection of summery<br />
shirts and tees…<br />
SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023 5
Shirts + Tees<br />
CLASS OF 2023<br />
FÖHN DRIRELEASE<br />
TEE £35<br />
What a perfect product<br />
to kick off our Class of<br />
2023. Föhn specialise in<br />
great technical kit at<br />
affordable prices, and this tee is<br />
a great example. The DriRelease<br />
fabric is smooth and<br />
fast-wicking, with the aim<br />
of leeping you dry and<br />
comfortable even when the<br />
mercury is soaring. Flatlock<br />
seams help to avoid chafing,<br />
while the super-soft finish<br />
keeps you comfy.<br />
wiggle.co.uk<br />
TOG24<br />
LANGAN VEST<br />
£35<br />
Yorkshire-based TOG24 make some<br />
cracking kit, and here they say their<br />
aim is to ‘make women’s activewear a<br />
little more elegant’. Cut in a flattering<br />
shape with a dipped hemline that’s<br />
slightly longer at the back for extra<br />
coverage, this supersoft sports vest is<br />
designed to give you confidence as<br />
well as comfort. Crafted from 4-way<br />
stretch fabric that moves with your<br />
body in every direction, the Langan<br />
vest is lightweight, breathable and<br />
perfect for teaming with your<br />
favourite leggings.<br />
tog24.com<br />
CRAGHOPPERS<br />
NOSIBOTANICAL<br />
HULA £50<br />
NosiBotanical is<br />
an extension of<br />
Craghoppers’<br />
renowned NosiLife<br />
insect-repellent treatment.<br />
The name reflects the<br />
fact it’s made with sustainable<br />
plant-based resources,<br />
specifically lemon eucalyptus<br />
oil. It uses the oil’s natural<br />
insect-repellent qualities to<br />
keep the biting blighters off<br />
you. And they’ve used it to<br />
beautiful effect on this classy shirt.<br />
craghoppers.com<br />
ROHAN<br />
ISLE £65<br />
‘Seersucker’ might not be<br />
the most appetisingly<br />
named fabric (fun fact:<br />
it comes from the<br />
Persian words shir and<br />
shakar, , meaning milk and sugar<br />
in relation to the blend of gritty<br />
texture on smooth cloth), but it<br />
doesn’t half feel good – and<br />
work brilliantly – on this shirt. It<br />
also means you can pull the Isle<br />
out of your luggage and head<br />
out on a walk without wishing<br />
you had an iron handy. A superb<br />
shirt for travel, urban and coastal walks.<br />
rohan.co.uk<br />
ZEROFIT<br />
COOL WEAVE<br />
£55<br />
Zerofit are rapidly becoming<br />
one of our favourite brands.<br />
Although best known for their<br />
super-warm winter layers, they<br />
launched this exceptional tee<br />
last summer to show they can<br />
respond to warm weather too.<br />
As the temperature increases,<br />
the Cool Weave’s waterabsorbing<br />
polymer shrinks<br />
to diffuse sweat quickly,<br />
promoting transpiration and<br />
creating a blissful cooling effect.<br />
The arms and neck also have<br />
a UPF50+ rating.<br />
zerofit.co.uk<br />
PÁRAMO<br />
SOCORRO £65 /<br />
KATMAI<br />
£75<br />
These are among the most<br />
refined and comfortable<br />
travel/trekking shirts we<br />
know. The sleek, swishy<br />
fabric has a cooling<br />
effect and is supremely<br />
responsive to your<br />
movements, and it<br />
has insect-repellent<br />
treatment woven in.<br />
It also has three neat<br />
pockets (including<br />
a hidden security<br />
pouch) to keep things<br />
secure. paramo-clothing.com<br />
6 SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023
THE KNOWLEDGE<br />
Pretty much all the shirts and tees in this section will claim to be good at<br />
wicking, but what exactly is wicking? Also known as capillary action,<br />
wicking is the process of moving moisture between spaces; for example<br />
from the surface of your skin, through layers of clothing, to an outer surface<br />
– even though in theory, gravity is working against it. Once on the outer<br />
surface, the moisture can spread out, which means it will evaporate more<br />
quickly and cease troubling you. (The most versatile shirts and baselayers<br />
will do this in winter too, preventing moisture from chilling your skin.)<br />
PATAGONIA<br />
CAPILENE £70<br />
A breathable merino<br />
technical top, designed to<br />
naturally regulate your<br />
temperature, control odour<br />
and keep you comfortable.<br />
Made from a blend of 65%<br />
RWS-certified merino wool and<br />
35% recycled polyester. All of the<br />
virgin wool Patagonia sources is<br />
certified to the Responsible<br />
Wool Standard (RWS) ‘from<br />
farm to fibre’ to help ensure<br />
protection both for the animals<br />
that supply it and the land they graze.<br />
eu.patagonia.com<br />
ARTILECT<br />
BOULDER £75<br />
Artilect specialise in throwing<br />
a huge amount of technical<br />
sophistication at even the<br />
most everyday garment. Here we<br />
have Bluesign-approved 125gsm<br />
Nuyarn merino wool providing an<br />
exceptional warmth-to-weight ratio<br />
and a drying time that’s five times<br />
faster than ordinary merino. Stretchy,<br />
breathable and with flatlock seams to<br />
prevent chafing, as well as a sewn-in<br />
hang-dry loop, there is so much going<br />
on in the Boulder that we’re in danger<br />
of running out of... phew, made it.<br />
artilect.studio<br />
BERGHAUS<br />
24/7 TECH TEE £75<br />
A great all-rounder,<br />
Berghaus correctly say<br />
about this smart tee,<br />
suggesting that it’s perfect for<br />
long walks to long chats in the<br />
pub afterwards. Like the famed<br />
Berghaus rucksack with<br />
which it shares its name, this<br />
technical T-shirt is remarkably<br />
adaptable. It wicks away sweat<br />
and is odour-resistant, with<br />
a stretchy fabric that offers<br />
great freedom of movement,<br />
no matter what you’re up to.<br />
berghaus.com<br />
ALPKIT<br />
MIRA £75<br />
The Mira is a lightweight, women’s<br />
long-sleeve shirt for warmweather<br />
comfort on summer<br />
hikes. The nylon-polyester blend<br />
replicates the feel of a cotton<br />
shirt with the performance<br />
benefits of synthetic fibres.<br />
Tailored shoulders maintain<br />
freedom of movement while<br />
wearing a rucksack or<br />
reaching for a rocky handhold.<br />
The fast-drying fabric keeps<br />
you cool and dry, while the<br />
Polygiene odour control<br />
technology reduces washing.<br />
alpkit.com<br />
SHERPA<br />
RAMOCHE £90<br />
When Sherpa make<br />
something, they don’t<br />
just make a good<br />
product, they tell a<br />
story. So in addition<br />
to this shirt looking<br />
great and offering<br />
great freedom of<br />
movement, we also<br />
learn that Ramoche<br />
is an important<br />
monastery in<br />
Lhasa, Tibet, dating<br />
back to the 7th<br />
century. sherpa<br />
adventuregear.com<br />
FJÄLLRÄVEN<br />
RÄVEN £110<br />
Lastly (we often have to say<br />
‘lastly’ with Fjällräven given its<br />
premium pricetag – but usually<br />
so worth the outlay) here’s a<br />
terrific rugged exploration shirt<br />
from the Swedish wizards. The<br />
Räven is made with G-1000 Air<br />
Stretch fabric. The comfort fit allows<br />
good airflow around the body and<br />
provides enough room to wear a layer<br />
underneath. There are two large,<br />
buttoned pockets low on the torso<br />
with bellows and extra openings at<br />
the sides, plus two chest pockets<br />
with buttoned flaps.<br />
fjallraven.co.uk<br />
SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023 7
“My Bridgedales never fail me and<br />
have been my trusty companions<br />
on 1000’s of miles.”<br />
Vicky Toghill<br />
LITTLE THINGS MATTER<br />
Over 100 years knitting heritage<br />
Vegan friendly non-wool options<br />
Located in N Ireland near the Mourne Mountains<br />
so we understand the elements<br />
Styles, colours and sizing for Men, Women<br />
and Children<br />
Super soft merino Wool<br />
All day comfort<br />
www.lycra.com<br />
LYCRA® DRY TECHNOLOGY<br />
www.bridgedale.com
Legwear<br />
From zip-offs to leggings, skorts to shorts:<br />
take great strides this summer!<br />
ADVERTISING FEATURE<br />
THE MASTERCLASS<br />
JACK WOLFSKIN<br />
GLASTAL ZIP-AWAY PANTS<br />
Your legs are the turbines that power every move you<br />
make on a walk, from slithering around a churned-up<br />
field path to boulder-hopping on a high summit. So<br />
wrap them in armour that knows how to respond to all<br />
those weird and unusual<br />
movements, while keeping<br />
themwarm or cool, dry and<br />
ventilated, no matter what the<br />
weather is doing. In this section<br />
we’re looking at legwear that’ll<br />
take you from beach to<br />
beacon, and from peak to<br />
pub. Here to show how it’s<br />
done are the brand new<br />
Glastal softshell pants from<br />
Jack Wolfskin, which are<br />
just made for great leaps<br />
forward…<br />
PLANET<br />
FRIENDLY<br />
All of Jack Wolfskin’s<br />
clothing, packs and bags<br />
has been 100% free of<br />
perfluorochemicals (PFCs)<br />
since spring 2019. The<br />
brand new Glastal pants<br />
are no exception.<br />
FREEDOM<br />
AND FIT<br />
The articulated knees<br />
and special ‘acrobat cut’<br />
deliver optimal freedom of<br />
movement. An elasticated<br />
panel on the thigh helps<br />
to ensure a perfect fit.<br />
They’re available in three<br />
leg lengths for both men<br />
and women – and a good<br />
range of waist sizes.<br />
SMART AND<br />
LIGHTWEIGHT<br />
The Glastal softshell pants<br />
weigh just 325g (size 36)<br />
and 345g (size 50). Nice<br />
and light to walk – and<br />
they won’t take up too<br />
much space in your<br />
luggage either.<br />
OH SO EASY<br />
The innovative zip-off<br />
system makes it easy to<br />
remove the lower legs<br />
without having to take<br />
your boots off. Simple,<br />
faff-free, brilliant.<br />
FANTASTIC FABRIC<br />
The Texashield Core fabric is<br />
stretchy, highly breathable and keeps<br />
out the rain and wind. Thanks to the innovative<br />
weave of the fabric, these softshell trousers also<br />
offer protection against UVA and UVB rays.<br />
QUICK<br />
DRYING<br />
It’s always helpful if<br />
your trousers will<br />
dry out quickly<br />
after a soaking. The<br />
lightweight softshell<br />
fabric in these pants<br />
allows moisture to<br />
wick away and<br />
evaporate quickly.<br />
How much &<br />
where from?<br />
£125; find full details<br />
and the whole Jack<br />
Wolfskin range at<br />
jack-wolfskin.co.uk<br />
Check out more great<br />
legwear options over<br />
the page…<br />
SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023 9
T rousers + Shorts<br />
CLASS OF 2023<br />
QUECHUA HIKING ZIP-OFF<br />
MH550 £40<br />
Lightweight, breathable and stretchy<br />
convertible trousers, designed (as<br />
Quechua’s parent brand Decathlon<br />
proudly points out) at the foot of Mont<br />
Blanc. They are straight cut but taper<br />
round the ankle so they don’t flap<br />
about and are great at helping to keep<br />
water and mud out. decathlon.co.uk<br />
SPRAYWAY<br />
TARN SHORTS £45<br />
Brand new for 2023, these shorts are<br />
perfect for hot days on the hills or the<br />
coast. Made with TecWeave polyamide<br />
stretch fabric with a water-repellent<br />
finish, they have an elasticated<br />
waistband with built-in belt for a<br />
perfect fit, plus two hand pockets and<br />
zipped thigh pocket. sprayway.com<br />
FÖHN TRAIL HIKING SHORTS<br />
£50<br />
Well suited to a variety of outdoor<br />
adventures, these are designed to<br />
keep you comfortable and agile in the<br />
outdoors. Made from a mid-weight<br />
technical stretch fabric, they have an<br />
active cut, soft-touch fabric to limit<br />
chafing, multiple pockets and a<br />
water-repellent finish. wiggle.co.uk<br />
JACK WOLFSKIN<br />
PACK & GO SHORTS £55<br />
Super-light, super-functional and<br />
super-stylish, say Jack Wolfskin. These<br />
lightweight softshell shorts pack down<br />
super-small and take up minimal space<br />
in your luggage. Then when you get<br />
them out and put them on, they’re<br />
good to go for mile after comfy mile.<br />
jack-wolfskin.co.uk<br />
CRAGHOPPERS<br />
FLEET SHORTS £60<br />
Typical great quality and class from<br />
Craghoppers. Made in part with<br />
recycled materials, the Fleet shorts use<br />
polyamide elastane ripstop fabric that<br />
is designed to stretch for maximum<br />
freedom of movement, and are finished<br />
with the brand’s own plant-based<br />
EcoShield DWR. craghoppers.com<br />
SHERPA<br />
KALPANA TIGHT £60<br />
Durable and abrasion resistant, soft<br />
and lightweight, these soft four-way<br />
stretch fabric tights put a new twist<br />
on the usual hiking trousers. Kalpana<br />
means ‘creativity’ in Nepalese – and<br />
each pair sold helps to fund a day’s<br />
education for children in Nepal.<br />
sherpaadventuregear.co.uk<br />
10 SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023
THE KNOWLEDGE<br />
The more you walk in summer, the better your body gets at dealing with heat.<br />
Studies have shown we generate 13% more plasma (the liquid part of our<br />
blood) when we exercise consistently in warm conditions than we do<br />
normally, loading our muscles with oxygen (and thus energy) and improving<br />
our ability to regulate our own body temperature. And after a few consecutive<br />
days in the heat (say, on a long-distance trail) our heart, lungs and sweat<br />
glands all adapt and reach maximum effciency, meaning that steep ascents<br />
become less taxing than they seemed on day one of your trip.<br />
BERGHAUS<br />
EMBIRA SKORT £65<br />
The Embira skort is made from more<br />
than 50% recycled materials and has<br />
four-way stretch fabric that’s also<br />
breathable, quick-drying and<br />
super-effective at wicking away<br />
moisture. It comes with security<br />
pockets and is water-resistant too.<br />
berghaus.com<br />
GILL<br />
UV TEC SHORT £75<br />
These were designed for sailboarding,<br />
paddleboarding and kayaking. But<br />
even if you’re not massively into those,<br />
the technologies and fabrics they use<br />
are of course massively useful to<br />
walkers too. Plenty of stretch, plenty of<br />
pockets – and fabulous at dealing with<br />
water, of course. gb.gillmarine.com<br />
FINDRA<br />
CAIRN SHORTS £90<br />
In amongst Findra’s technical<br />
information on these shorts is the<br />
description ‘understated’; we’re not<br />
entirely sure what overstated shorts<br />
would look like, but what’s certain is<br />
that there is class and quality here,<br />
from stretchy fabric to huge pockets<br />
and DWR finish. findraclothing.com<br />
OUTDOOR RESEARCH<br />
FERROSI TRANSIT £95<br />
Many brands try to sum up what the<br />
oft-used phrase ‘trekking and travel’<br />
really means but OR have nailed it here:<br />
“Lightweight and durable: your go-to<br />
for hitting the trail in the morning,<br />
hopping an afternoon flight, and<br />
heading straight to dinner from the<br />
airport.” Sorted. outdoorresearch.com<br />
ROHAN STRETCH BAGS<br />
CONVERTIBLE £97<br />
Despite not being the most<br />
glamorously named product, Rohan’s<br />
Stretch Bags are among the best<br />
trousers you can buy. Based on<br />
Rohan’s classic Bags, these are tougher<br />
yet stretchier, thanks to a super-tough<br />
technical fibre with elastane and<br />
Dynamic Moisture Control. rohan.co.uk<br />
FJÄLLRÄVEN ABISKO<br />
SHORT TIGHTS £100<br />
A brand new shorts version of<br />
Fjällräven’s superb Abisko Trekking<br />
Tights. They have a high waist and an<br />
inner drawstring that gives a flattering<br />
fit and are made with moisturewicking,<br />
double-knitted stretch fabric<br />
made from 100% recycled polyester<br />
fjallraven.co.uk<br />
SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023 11
ADVERTISING FEATURE<br />
Rucksacks<br />
From nature reserve to national park,<br />
we’ve got your back this summer.<br />
THE MASTERCLASS<br />
DEUTER<br />
TRAIL SERIES<br />
The rucksack: the cleverest, most<br />
adaptable and hardest-working piece of<br />
kit on any summer walk. Think of all the<br />
incredible things a rucksack has<br />
to do when it’s warm: carry<br />
all your wet-and-windy<br />
weather kit (but compress<br />
nicely once you take that<br />
stuff out and put it on);<br />
stay stable and sturdy<br />
whether you’re<br />
boulder-hopping on a<br />
summit or sliding around a<br />
muddy field; keep heat and<br />
moisture off your back; and feel<br />
comfortable even on day 8 of<br />
a long-distance walk. That’s why<br />
we’ve singled out one of the<br />
very best rucksack ranges to<br />
show how a good pack does<br />
all that – and more.<br />
THE PERFECT<br />
BACK SYSTEM<br />
The Trail’s Aircontact back<br />
system makes carrying even<br />
heavy loads easy. It brings the<br />
weight close to the body and<br />
your centre of gravity, resulting<br />
in better pack control. The<br />
cushions are made from hollow<br />
camber foam, which provide<br />
great ventilation thanks to the<br />
pump effect of your movement.<br />
SMART STORAGE<br />
With a lid pocket, internal valuables pocket, one<br />
zippered side pocket and one stretch side pocket<br />
there are a variety of storing solutions. There’s<br />
also a wet laundry compartment.<br />
A FRESH<br />
NEW TAKE<br />
The Trail series has<br />
had a makeover for<br />
2023. The new Trail<br />
30 was built for<br />
ambitious hikers and<br />
the toughest terrains.<br />
It combines the best<br />
of deuter’s hiking and<br />
climbing packs in a<br />
lightweight, durable<br />
package.<br />
GOOD FOR<br />
THE PLANET<br />
The Trail series is free<br />
from perfluorochemicals,<br />
or PFCs. PFCs are<br />
harmful chemicals which<br />
are often used in<br />
waterproofing products.<br />
Instead deuter use<br />
treatments that are 100%<br />
free from PFCs, yet are<br />
still highly water and<br />
dirt-repellent.<br />
GREAT<br />
FEATURES<br />
On the Trail 30, integrated<br />
compression straps keep<br />
the load stable. Also on<br />
board are additional<br />
carabiner holders on the<br />
shoulder straps, a large<br />
two-way front zip for fast<br />
access to deeper-lying<br />
items, pole attachments,<br />
a removable rain cover<br />
and a storable, flat lid.<br />
All this makes it a versatile<br />
pack for hikers who don't<br />
want to compromise on<br />
features or capacity.<br />
A FIT FOR<br />
EVERY BODY<br />
The Trail range comes in<br />
unisex and women’s<br />
specific fits (SL). The<br />
women’s fit has a shorter<br />
back length, narrower<br />
shoulders and conical hip<br />
fins, which work together<br />
to provide a better fit for<br />
women’s bodies. These<br />
fits, along with the<br />
diversity of volumes in<br />
the range (16 litres to 36<br />
litres), means there is a<br />
pack for everyone.<br />
How much &<br />
where from?<br />
Prices range from £105<br />
to £165. Model shown<br />
is the Trail 30 (£125).<br />
Find the full range at<br />
deutergb.co.uk<br />
Turn over to meet<br />
more rucksacks for<br />
summer days…<br />
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Rucksacks<br />
CLASS OF 2023<br />
FÖHN PACKABLE<br />
DAYSACK £20<br />
You never know when a UWO<br />
(Unexpected Walking<br />
Opportunity) may arise which<br />
is why you should keep this<br />
handy: a viable compact<br />
rucksack which packs down into<br />
its own pocket, and has enough<br />
space for lunch, a jacket and a<br />
jumper. There; that’s your UWO<br />
sorted. wiggle.co.uk<br />
LIFEVENTURE PACKABLE<br />
BACKPACK 16L £30<br />
Lifeventure have had the same<br />
idea; a similar but slightly more<br />
rugged idea from the esteemed<br />
purveyors of outdoorsy washbags,<br />
bottles and microfibre towels.<br />
This one likewise compresses into<br />
its own pocket, and has decent<br />
storage inside plus a stretch<br />
pocket for a bottle.<br />
lifeventure.com<br />
ALPKIT<br />
PRESTA 25L £70<br />
Tried and tested in CW<br />
reviews, Alpkit’s Presta<br />
rucksack has a new update<br />
for 2023 and is looking<br />
lovely. And just as practical<br />
and easy to carry as ever,<br />
with its lightweight foam<br />
back panel and breathable<br />
channels to keep the<br />
moisture off your back.<br />
alpkit.com<br />
CAMELBAK<br />
ARÊTE 18 £75<br />
A compact pack for<br />
short hikes, built around<br />
Camelbak’s ever-reliable<br />
1.5L hydration system<br />
which comes with it. Plenty<br />
of cargo space (and the<br />
hydration compartment can also<br />
double as a laptop sleeve for urban<br />
adventures) and it comes in a<br />
glorious range of colours.<br />
camelbak.co.uk<br />
BERGHAUS<br />
ARROW 30 £80<br />
Berghaus go retro with this<br />
design, which boasts the giant<br />
wing compartments that every<br />
pack had in the seventies and<br />
eighties – but all in 21st century<br />
lightweight fabrics of course.<br />
And there’s still nothing wrong<br />
with the design, which allows<br />
for copious extra storage.<br />
berghaus.com<br />
INOV-8<br />
VENTURELITE 18 £90<br />
The perfect day-pack for<br />
fast-paced hikes and adventures,<br />
say inov-8, and weighing in at just<br />
420g it’s hard to argue with that.<br />
The pack is made of a light,<br />
durable, recycled nylon fabric<br />
and its Air Release back panel<br />
technology delivers outstanding<br />
levels of breathability and comfort.<br />
inov-8.com<br />
MONTANE<br />
ORBITON 20 £90<br />
We occasionally admit in<br />
Country Walking that other<br />
forms of exercise are available,<br />
and if you’re a fan of such<br />
things, try this. The Orbiton’s<br />
hip fins can switch positions for<br />
‘walk’, ‘run’ or ‘bike’, depending<br />
on what you’re up to. Not sure<br />
these other pastimes will<br />
ever catch on though.<br />
montane.com<br />
LOWE ALPINE AIRZONE<br />
ACTIVE 25 £100<br />
Although now part of the Rab<br />
brand, Lowe Alpine’s packs retain<br />
their own rugged identity, and we<br />
suspect Hell will freeze over before<br />
they stop making the AirZone<br />
packs, built around one of the<br />
lightest and most breathable back<br />
systems on the market. There’s<br />
a big range of AirZone packs;<br />
this 25L version is ideal for<br />
long day-hikes. rab.equipment<br />
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THE KNOWLEDGE<br />
Jack Wolfskin and Osprey have both launched rucksacks created with<br />
3D printing, but what’s the big deal with this new approach? Well, 3D printing<br />
uses materials which can be far lighter and more breathable than standard<br />
fabrics – especially when it comes to padding. So the padding on Wolfskin’s<br />
Aerorise and Osprey’s UNLTD packs is a soft lattice structure allowing vastly<br />
improved elasticity and dynamic movement. It also reduces water usage<br />
and waste material. As the technology is young, prices are eye-watering, but<br />
hopefully we’ll see them come down as the practice becomes more common.<br />
DEUTER TRAIL 23 SL<br />
/ TRAIL 25 £120<br />
The updated Trail is for<br />
walkers who appreciate<br />
a backpack that sits snug<br />
to the body yet still offers<br />
good airflow. The Airstripes<br />
back system and perforated<br />
shoulder straps and hip fins<br />
ensure maximum airflow,<br />
making this a fantastic pack.<br />
deutergb.co.uk<br />
GREGORY CITRO 24 £120<br />
/ JUNO 24 £120<br />
Another range that has been tried<br />
and tested many times by CW, the<br />
Citro and Juno packs just keep<br />
getting better. Both versions have<br />
enough room to stash a spare layer,<br />
keep your essentials organised, and<br />
still have room for overflow with a<br />
durable mesh front stuff pocket. The<br />
VaporSpan ventilated backpanel is<br />
superb too. eu.gregorypacks.com<br />
OSPREY TALON 22 £130<br />
/ TEMPEST 24 £140<br />
Among the most popular<br />
day-packs in Britain, especially<br />
in the hills, the men’s Talon and<br />
women’s Tempest are a refined<br />
lesson in how to pack almost<br />
every possible rucksack feature<br />
(from hip-belt pockets and pole<br />
loops to helmet clasp and<br />
super-ventilated back system)<br />
into one slim, compact package.<br />
ospreyeurope.com<br />
MOUNTAIN WAREHOUSE<br />
CARRION 80L £140<br />
It’s an odd name for a rucksack (you’d<br />
think the last thing you’d want to associate<br />
a rucksack with is dead weight), but get<br />
round that and what we have here is an<br />
impressive superlarge trekking pack for<br />
those who are heading off on the Coast<br />
to Coast or SWCP and planning to carry<br />
everything with them, including tent.<br />
Also comes in a 65L version.<br />
Just watch out for vultures.<br />
mountainwarehouse.com<br />
PATAGONIA<br />
ALTVIA 28L £140<br />
Designed for two-day hikes when<br />
you need that extra bundle of kit,<br />
the 28-litre Altvia is a rugged pack<br />
with plenty of storage and an<br />
abundance of great features. It’s<br />
made with 100% recycled nylon and<br />
its breathable shoulder straps should<br />
keep you nicely ventilated in summer<br />
heat. Includes rain cover.<br />
eu.patagonia.com<br />
VAUDE TRAIL<br />
SPACER 28 £170<br />
Vest-style rucksacks are<br />
common in the running<br />
world, but here’s a<br />
walking pack that proves<br />
it can work for us too.<br />
Its suspension system is<br />
made from a durable<br />
knitted material, allowing<br />
it to sit close to your back<br />
without overheating.<br />
vaude.com<br />
FJÄLLRÄVEN ABISKO<br />
HIKE FOLDSACK 25L<br />
£145<br />
New for SS23, this innovative rolltop<br />
pack is designed for day-hikes and<br />
travelling. Made from 100% recycled<br />
nylon, it has a fold-over, zippered<br />
closure that can provide 4-5 litres of<br />
extra pack space or be used to secure<br />
a sleeping mat under the top flap.<br />
Plenty of extra storage, including<br />
bungee cord. fjallraven.com<br />
JACK WOLFSKIN<br />
3D AERORISE 30 £340<br />
3D printing is allowing pioneers like<br />
Wolfskin to create rucksacks that are<br />
lighter and more breathable than<br />
ever before. The Aerorise is made up<br />
of four ultra-flexible but dimensionally<br />
stable panels that respond to your<br />
every movement, making the pack<br />
part of your own biomechanical<br />
process. It comes at a price of<br />
course, but genuine innovation<br />
usually does. jack-wolfskin.co.uk<br />
SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023 15
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means youíll keep dry inside even when youíre active. And because this jacket is for<br />
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Summer Essentials<br />
From hydration to hand warmers, sunhats to shades:<br />
everything for every walk!<br />
THE MASTERCLASS<br />
SEA TO SUMMIT<br />
LIGHTWEIGHT DRY BAG RANGE<br />
Drybags are simply one of the smartest ideas<br />
in the walking world. Most rucksacks aren’t<br />
waterproof, which means that even with a<br />
raincover, the important stuff inside is still<br />
vulnerable to heavy rain. That’s where drybags<br />
come in: they keep things clean, organised,<br />
easy to find and most importantly dry, no<br />
matter how much water seeps in. Plus they’re<br />
lightweight, hardwearing and almost infinitely<br />
reusable. From valuables<br />
to electronics, from<br />
sandwiches to wet<br />
swimming kit,<br />
drybags are the<br />
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of defence. Here’s<br />
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example.<br />
SEALED AND SECURE<br />
The bags close with a waterproof roll-top<br />
made with chemically-resistant,<br />
temperature-moderation Hypalon, and<br />
secured with Sea to Summit’s Field<br />
Rerpair Buckle for a reliable seal. The<br />
seams are double-stitched and fully taped.<br />
A SIZE FOR<br />
EVERYTHING<br />
1.5 Litre: day-trip first aid<br />
essentials, snacks, wallet<br />
and keys<br />
3 Litre: some snacks,<br />
longer trip first aid<br />
essentials, gloves or<br />
beanie<br />
5 Litre: a warm or<br />
waterproof layer and a<br />
meal or so worth of food<br />
8 Litre: an insulated jacket<br />
or sleeping bag, or food<br />
for 2-3 days<br />
13 Litre: clothes for a<br />
paddle or overland trip, or<br />
use as a bag for food for<br />
1-2 people<br />
20 Litre: a three+ season<br />
sleeping bag, general<br />
gear for a paddle trip<br />
35 Litre: general paddle<br />
or overland gear for a<br />
larger group<br />
GREEN<br />
CREDENTIALS<br />
The main fabric is a<br />
Bluesign-approved,<br />
fully traceable recycled<br />
70-denier nylon, which<br />
has a C0 durable<br />
water-repellent finish<br />
that is free of<br />
perfluorochemicals<br />
(PFCs).<br />
How much &<br />
where from?<br />
£12-£28; find the<br />
complete Sea to<br />
Summit range at<br />
seatosummit.co.uk<br />
ALL-ROUND<br />
USAGE<br />
Aside from walking, you<br />
can use the dry bags for<br />
camping, cycle touring,<br />
kayaking and trekking.<br />
HASSLE-FREE<br />
So easy to use: simply fill as<br />
required, roll down the top<br />
and clip the buckle. The<br />
light-reflecting white<br />
interior makes it easy to<br />
find what you’re looking for.<br />
A BAG IN ITSELF<br />
You can use the drybags as<br />
self-contained external bag;<br />
they come with a lash loop<br />
which is compatible with<br />
Sea to Summit’s Dry Bag<br />
Sling (sold separately) to<br />
make a comfy shoulder bag.<br />
Turn over to find more<br />
great accessories for<br />
every walk you do...<br />
SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023 17
Summer Essentials<br />
CLASS OF 2023<br />
ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE<br />
BLISTER PLASTERS £4<br />
These are among the most sophisticated and<br />
effective blister plasters we’ve ever tried. They are<br />
hydrocolloid, which means they form a soothing<br />
gel to cushion the blister, protecting it from<br />
further rubbing so it can heal quickly. Available in<br />
a mixed pack containing two small and three<br />
medium-sized plasters that are<br />
individually wrapped, making them<br />
easier to carry with you.<br />
upmedical.co.uk<br />
LIFESYSTEMS EXPEDITION MAX<br />
MOSQUITO REPELLENT 100ML £9<br />
With a revolutionary new formula, this new<br />
product has been developed to replace<br />
Lifesystems’ popular Expedition 100+ insect<br />
repellent but with half the amount of DEET.<br />
It combines the proven performance of 50%<br />
DEET with DermaLOC technology that locks<br />
the repellent on the surface of the skin to<br />
provide long lasting protection from malarial<br />
and non-malarial mosquitoes.<br />
lifesystems.co.uk<br />
LIFEVENTURE<br />
FLIP TOP WATER BOTTLE £13<br />
This flip-top water bottle is made from an<br />
impact-resistant Tritan co-polyester and<br />
benefits from a nicely tactile two-tone<br />
rubberised finish that is easy to hold<br />
comfortably. With a 750ml capacity this<br />
reusable bottle will keep you hydrated while<br />
on the move and features a watertight lid<br />
with easy-drink straw and a finger loop for<br />
easy carriage. The Tritan material also offers<br />
the added benefit of not retaining tastes or<br />
odours, and it’s BPA-Free. lifeventure.com<br />
NIKWAX TECH WASH<br />
& TX.DIRECT £13<br />
Possibly the most all-round useful<br />
pair of products on this page.<br />
Sold in a great-value twin pack,<br />
they are the simplest and most<br />
cost-effective way to clean your kit<br />
and restore the water-repellency<br />
of anything waterproof. Tech<br />
Wash does the washing (from<br />
base layers to tents); TX.Direct<br />
reproofs any membrane system,<br />
including Gore-Tex. nikwax.com<br />
TREKMATES AMIRA NIQAB<br />
£17/HAYA HIJAB £35<br />
Designed in partnership with Amira<br />
Patel, founder of the Wanderlust<br />
Women, here we have the first ever<br />
waterproof hijab and niqab. Both are<br />
made with lightweight and durable<br />
materials which are waterproof,<br />
windproof and breathable, to<br />
keep you warm and dry in any<br />
challenging conditions.<br />
trekmates.co.uk<br />
VAPUR 700ML EZ-LICK PORTABLE<br />
DOG WATER BOTTLE £23<br />
Hailed as the most convenient way to keep<br />
your dog hydrated, this foldable bottle has<br />
none of the mess or bulk of other bowls and<br />
gear. Simply remove the dust shield to reveal<br />
the lick-ball water dispenser, and hold the<br />
bottle to your dog’s mouth; they can drink all<br />
they want without wasting a drop. It stands<br />
when full, and once empty you can simply<br />
roll it up, stow it away, and keep on<br />
adventuring together. whitbyandco.co.uk<br />
ALPKIT RENI BUCKET<br />
HAT £25<br />
We’re not absolutely sure if<br />
this was named in honour<br />
of Stone Roses drummer<br />
Alan ‘Reni’ Wren (a<br />
noted fan of the bucket<br />
hat in the band’s nineties<br />
heyday), but whatever the<br />
inspiration, it’s a fine bit of<br />
kit. Made from 100% organic, breathable cotton, it’s a<br />
great way to keep the heat off your noggin this summer.<br />
Sound as a pound, mate. alpkit.com<br />
CROSSFLY IKON 6”<br />
BOXERS £25<br />
CW deputy editor Nick has<br />
worn a pair of these for over<br />
a year now (not continuously<br />
– they’re not that good), and<br />
thinks they might be the<br />
comfiest dedicated outdoor<br />
boxers he’s ever tried.<br />
Super-smooth yet<br />
super-supportive where<br />
you need it, they are just<br />
absurdly comfortable. crossfly.com<br />
18 SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023
THE KNOWLEDGE<br />
Ever used a water filter? It’s one of those niche areas of the outdoor<br />
industry. They have obvious merit for adventurous trekkers who are likely to<br />
spend days in the wilderness without access to a tap. But as days like that<br />
aren’t so common in the UK, you might be perfectly happy to fill up your<br />
bottle in the morning and just ration it carefully during the day. But having a<br />
filter and reservoir is a brilliant fallback: when empty they take up next to no<br />
space, but they mean that if you run out, you can quickly take water from a<br />
stream or lake and turn it into safe drinking water in a couple of minutes.<br />
ROYAL ROBBINS<br />
READYDRY BOXER<br />
£25<br />
...although these give the<br />
Crossfly a run for their<br />
money. The ReadyDry<br />
Essentials range uses a<br />
heat-activated cooling<br />
technology to manage<br />
moisture, and includes<br />
options for men and women including tanktops, bikinis,<br />
briefs and these fine boxers. royalrobbins.com<br />
ZIPPO HEATBANK 9S<br />
HAND WARMER £45<br />
A hand warmer? In summer? Yes,<br />
granted they might be of more<br />
everyday use in the winter, but then<br />
again, imagine you’ve decided to spend<br />
a night under the stars. It can still get<br />
pretty chilly overnight, especially at<br />
higher altitude. That’s where this oh so<br />
useful, USB-rechargeable hand warmer<br />
comes in. Its 5200 mAh lithium<br />
battery offers a nine-hour runtime<br />
on full charge. Toasty. zippo.co.uk<br />
OUTDOOR RESEARCH<br />
HELIOS SUNHAT £38<br />
A longtime favourite of<br />
CW reviewer Philip<br />
Thomas, this wide-<br />
brimmed wonder is a classy<br />
way to keep the rays off (it’s not<br />
bad for keeping the rain off either).<br />
It has a UPF 50+ rating, while<br />
the drawcord keeps the hat snug and<br />
anchored closely round your head.<br />
trekitt.co.uk<br />
KATADYN<br />
BEFREE FILTER BOTTLE £55<br />
The BeFree is a collapsible reservoir bottle<br />
with a filter in the head. It means that if you’re<br />
heading for the hills you don’t need to carry a<br />
full flask; just un-scrunch the BeFree, fill it up<br />
from a stream or lake, and watch the EZ-Clean<br />
membrane turn it into safe drinking water as<br />
you decant it into a standard bottle. Removes<br />
bacteria and sediment (but not viruses). Clean<br />
it by swishing in any river, lake or stream, then<br />
collapse it for storage again.<br />
ellis-brigham.com<br />
ARC’TERYX<br />
ESSENT BRA £55<br />
Arc’teryx promise comfort<br />
all day long with this versatile,<br />
supportive bra. It’s<br />
purpose-built for mountain<br />
adventures with a knit material<br />
that perfectly balances<br />
outstanding stretch with<br />
reliable support, allows airflow<br />
to regulate comfort, and feels<br />
great next-to-skin. arcteryx.com<br />
PLATYPUS QUICKDRAW<br />
FILTER & RESERVOIR £60<br />
Another outstanding filtration system.<br />
Simply fill with water from a lake or stream,<br />
attach the microfilter and pour into a<br />
clean receptacle. The filter takes out<br />
bacteria, protozoa and particulates,<br />
meaning your water should be<br />
healthy as well as super-fresh. And<br />
when you’ve filled your bottle, just<br />
swill out the reservoir and squash it<br />
down for next time. trekitt.co.uk<br />
JULBO<br />
MONTEBIANCO 2 SUNGLASSES £95<br />
Thanks to their perfect hold, lightness and venting, you'll<br />
forget you’re wearing these. Their tough polycarbonate<br />
Spectron lenses give category 3+ protection, and they<br />
include removable side shields to combat glare. julbo.com<br />
HELINOX<br />
RIDGELINE TREKKING POLES £155-£170<br />
Well known for their brilliant camping chairs,<br />
Helinox also make fine walking poles too. Their<br />
Ridgeline range is made from an advanced DAC<br />
alloy making them tough but lightweight,<br />
with an innovative combination of lever lock<br />
and automatic locking buttons for quick<br />
and easy deployment and retraction.<br />
EVA foam grips, adjustable wrist<br />
straps and a five-year warranty<br />
complete a truly impressive<br />
package. helinox.eu<br />
SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023 19
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Take your feet to the next level this summer,<br />
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THE MASTERCLASS<br />
SCARPA<br />
RUSH TRK GTX<br />
Is ‘the perfect walking boot’ a myth?<br />
Well sort of, because everyone’s feet<br />
are different and there’s no magic<br />
boot or shoe that will suit every walker.<br />
What does exist is the perfect walking<br />
boot for you, , as long as you shop<br />
carefully, try before you buy, and listen<br />
to what your feet are telling you. That<br />
said, the Scarpa Rush TRK is pretty<br />
close to a perfect walking boot.<br />
Here’s why we’ve chosen it to<br />
illustrate what makes a really good<br />
walking boot tick…<br />
COMFORT IS KEY<br />
The Rush TRK is built for<br />
comfort even on long, all-day<br />
walks. The padded fabric of the<br />
Autofit 3D collar stabilises the<br />
entire foot without pressure<br />
points and wraps the ankle to<br />
allow it to stay supported but<br />
flexible. The Interactive Kinetic<br />
System in the sole is designed<br />
to support the weight of your<br />
body while walking to keep<br />
you going all day long.<br />
HEART & SOLE<br />
The Presa sole (developed<br />
by Scarpa’s in-house R&D<br />
team) is made with a<br />
high-grip Supergum<br />
rubber compound<br />
giving you excellent<br />
grip and durability. The<br />
pronounced heel and<br />
hiking-oriented lugs aid<br />
braking on descents, while<br />
providing grip on climbs.<br />
GREAT LOOKS<br />
The Rush TRK looks<br />
utterly modern, with<br />
great design to stand<br />
out on the hills, yet it<br />
comes with the<br />
pedigree of over<br />
90 years of Italian<br />
craftmanship. That’s<br />
what makes it a<br />
superb all-rounder.<br />
TOUGH BUT COOL<br />
The Rush TRK’s tough upper is<br />
made from 1.6-1.8 mm leather,<br />
providing great durability. But it’s<br />
also flexible and breathable,<br />
making it ideal for summer walking.<br />
There’s Gore-Tex to keep it<br />
waterproof while also dispersing<br />
heat effectively. It keeps water out,<br />
while sweat that is created inside<br />
the boot quickly evaporates.<br />
TREAD LIGHTLY<br />
Weighing in at only<br />
1100g per pair (size 42),<br />
the Rush TRK boots feel<br />
light while still being<br />
protective and durable.<br />
How much &<br />
where from?<br />
£200; find more details<br />
and the full Scarpa<br />
range at scarpa.co.uk<br />
Turn over for more<br />
quality footwear<br />
options…<br />
SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023 21
Footwear<br />
CLASS OF 2023<br />
CRAGHOPPERS<br />
ECO-LITE LOW £85<br />
Here’s a shoe just made for summer. Light and immensely<br />
breathable thanks to a recycled mesh knit upper,<br />
the Eco-Lite also uses Craghoppers’<br />
NosiLife technology to prevent<br />
biting insects from targeting<br />
your ankles as you<br />
walk. Plus they pack<br />
flat for travel, making<br />
them ever so versatile.<br />
craghoppers.com<br />
HI-TEC<br />
RAVEN MID WP £90<br />
A terrifically affordable, high-quality boot with endorsement<br />
from the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award as<br />
recommended kit for expeditions.<br />
The Raven uses Hi-Tec’s own Dri-Tec<br />
waterproof/breathable membrane<br />
and has a compression<br />
mounded EVA midsole<br />
to provide great<br />
underfoot cushioning.<br />
hi-tec.co.uk<br />
JACK WOLFSKIN<br />
TERRASHELTER LOW £125<br />
These lightweight hiking shoes are perfect for spring and<br />
summer adventures. The soft upper shell<br />
is water-repellent (rather than using a<br />
heavier, hotter membrane for full<br />
waterproofing), and there’s<br />
a shock-absorbing<br />
Vibram midsole<br />
which provides<br />
excellent grip<br />
over mixed terrain.<br />
jack-wolfskin.co.uk<br />
SALOMON<br />
OUTRISE GTX £130<br />
This new hiking shoe is lightweight, comfortable and ready<br />
for the outdoors, with an athletic design that will pass as a<br />
sneaker when you need to. Weighing just 300g, it doesn’t<br />
feel too bulky or heavy on foot and in<br />
your luggage. The Fuze Surge EVA<br />
midsole provides a smooth<br />
and dynamic<br />
ride, whatever<br />
the ground<br />
is doing.<br />
salomon.com<br />
COLUMBIA<br />
FACET MID 60 OUTDRY £125<br />
The name Facet refers to that crazy-edged sole<br />
unit, which Columbia liken to a faceted rock<br />
face. Designed to offer superb cushioning<br />
and terrific traction, these are<br />
fast-moving, low-impact mids that<br />
still provide a surprisingly<br />
high level of ankle<br />
and heel support.<br />
columbiasportswear.<br />
co.uk<br />
OBOZ<br />
KATABATIC LOW BDRY £150<br />
If you love Oboz’s tough, protective and<br />
grippy footwear but have always<br />
longed for a slightly lighter version<br />
of it, here it is. The Katabatic’s<br />
lightweight cushioning system<br />
offers a high level of<br />
energy effciency<br />
and a softer<br />
heel strike.<br />
obozfootwear.com<br />
ZAMBERLAN<br />
FREE BLAST GTX £155<br />
As part of Zamberlan’s X-Active collection, the Free Blast<br />
is a versatile shoe that allows you to hike,<br />
scramble and explore with guaranteed<br />
comfort, performance and protection.<br />
The upper is fully synthetic, using<br />
microfibre to create a<br />
suede affect<br />
while remaining<br />
completely<br />
leather-free.<br />
zamberlan.co.uk<br />
ARC’TERYX<br />
AERIOS FL 2 £160<br />
Aerios is Arc’teryx’s new lightweight hiking range. We are<br />
currently testing the boot version which is<br />
incredibly impressive (see the Boot Guide,<br />
May issue); but this lower, mid-height<br />
boot is just as beautifully made<br />
and a pleasure to<br />
wear on lighter<br />
hikes, especially<br />
on hills and<br />
mountains.<br />
arcteryx.com<br />
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NEXT ISSUE: THE WALKING BOOT GUIDE 2023<br />
32 PAIRS PUT THROUGH THEIR PACES BY THE COUNTRY WALKING<br />
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KEEN<br />
NXIS EXPLORER £160<br />
Another boot getting a full run-out in<br />
our Boot Guide next issue, this is part of<br />
Keen’s exceptional NXIS range of boots<br />
and shoes, which take all the brand’s<br />
skill in tough, chunky and protective<br />
footwear and transfer it into a<br />
lighter package with a brilliantly<br />
bouncy sole unit and<br />
outstanding flexibility.<br />
keenfootwear.com<br />
NEW BALANCE<br />
FRESH FOAM X HIERRO MID £160<br />
Hierro means iron in Spanish, but in this<br />
case, thankfully, it refers to the spirit of<br />
the boot rather than its composition.<br />
Developed from NB’s running<br />
technology, the Hierro aims to<br />
give you unparalleled<br />
comfort<br />
and traction.<br />
newbalance.<br />
co.uk<br />
SALEWA<br />
ALP MATE £160<br />
Here’s a reliable, comfortable, lightweight<br />
mid-cut hiking and backpacking boot.<br />
The Alp Mate has a high-quality suede<br />
upper backed with Salewa’s Powertex<br />
waterproof/breathable membrane. The<br />
3F System cradles around the heel<br />
and instep to the lacing area,<br />
increasing stability and<br />
ensuring a more precise<br />
wrapping fit.<br />
salewa.com<br />
MEINDL<br />
CARIBE GTX £162<br />
Constructed from velour and mesh uppers with a Gore-Tex<br />
lining, the Caribe is hard-wearing, protective<br />
in wet weather conditions, and stays<br />
well ventilated thanks to Meindl’s<br />
ever-reliable Air-Active footbed,<br />
which ensures a constant flow<br />
of fresh air whilst wicking<br />
away unwanted<br />
moisture. A classy<br />
shoe indeed.<br />
meindl.co.uk<br />
HOKA ONE ONE<br />
TRAIL CODE GTX £165<br />
New for 2023, this lithe and bouncy day hiker<br />
uses a responsive new foam for exceptional<br />
cushioning. Finished with dimensional<br />
screen printing to decrease waste and<br />
increase durability, this is a boot<br />
that seeks to tread<br />
lightly, both<br />
physically and<br />
ecologically.<br />
hoka.com<br />
AKU<br />
ROCKET DFS £170<br />
Proud winner of our 2022 Innovation of the<br />
Year, the Rocket DFS is still a shoe we’d<br />
heartily recommend to a friend,<br />
especially if they crave a flexible fit<br />
that can be adjusted to their<br />
specific needs. The Dual Fit<br />
System double-lacing<br />
means you can make<br />
the fit as precise as you<br />
want it. trekitt.co.uk<br />
HANWAG<br />
BANKS LOW £180<br />
Equipped with a particularly comfortable sole package that<br />
combines a reinforced PU foam wedge<br />
with a high-quality footbed and<br />
additional soft heel reinforcement,<br />
the Banks Low GTX offers<br />
exceptional cushioning<br />
and soft roll-off<br />
performance over<br />
every surface you<br />
might encounter.<br />
hanwag.com<br />
SCARPA<br />
MESCALITO TRK PLANET GTX £250<br />
This is the latest in Scarpa’s eco-friendly<br />
Planet range, providing a green walking<br />
boot for long, heavily-loaded walks. The<br />
innovative Perspair fabric is made from a<br />
single-piece upper with recycled<br />
yarns and combines functionally<br />
different zones with the<br />
new Gore-Tex Flux 3L<br />
membrane, made up of<br />
98% recycled fabrics.<br />
scarpa.co.uk<br />
SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023 23
ADVERTISING FEATURE<br />
Socks<br />
Or, how to stay cool in your boots<br />
for mile after mile this summer.<br />
THE MASTERCLASS<br />
LORPEN<br />
T3 LIGHT Hiker<br />
Even the ‘perfect’ boot or<br />
shoe will only do its best<br />
work if it’s working in tandem<br />
with the perfect sock. In<br />
summer your socks have a host of<br />
important jobs to do: keeping your<br />
foot stable and secure inside the<br />
boot; keeping its shape so it doesn’t<br />
scrunch down as you cover those long,<br />
lovely miles; preventing those annoying<br />
rubs that can turn into blisters – and<br />
carefully managing the heat and moisture<br />
that come with a warm day’s walking. So a<br />
good sock isn’t a luxury – it’s an essential. And<br />
here’s a sock which gets that blend spot-on.<br />
THE PERFECT<br />
BLEND<br />
Ideally a walking sock needs<br />
to be a blend of toughness,<br />
breathability and stretch, and<br />
the secret is in the blend of<br />
fabrics. Here’s the mix that<br />
makes the T3 Light Hiker so<br />
versatile…<br />
• 44% Red-Cycled nylon<br />
• 29% Coolmax EcoMade<br />
• 16% Stretch Nylon with Lycra<br />
• 11% Tencel<br />
SUSTAINABILITY<br />
Lorpen is committed to preserving the<br />
environment in every aspect of business.<br />
Wherever possible, the brand uses fibres created<br />
from sustainable and manageable resources.<br />
They also develop manufacturing processes that<br />
are sensitive to the environment and reduce the<br />
amount of post-production waste at all levels.<br />
BUILT FOR<br />
SUMMER<br />
The T3 Light Hiker is<br />
perfect for keeping feet<br />
cool during high-energy<br />
activity on warm days.<br />
At its core is the Selective<br />
Layering System, which<br />
allows the makers to<br />
incorporate three different<br />
yarn layers in the same<br />
sock, and in different parts<br />
of the sock:<br />
• A hydrophobic layer in<br />
contact with the skin<br />
that expels sweat and<br />
keeps skin dry.<br />
• A hydrophilic layer in the<br />
outer midsection that<br />
wicks sweat away from<br />
the skin.<br />
• A strong layer thread<br />
that protects areas<br />
exposed to friction.<br />
How much &<br />
where from?<br />
£20; find full details of<br />
this pair, and the rest of<br />
the Lorpen range, at<br />
lorpen.co.uk<br />
CUSHIONING<br />
There are cushioned areas in<br />
the heel and toe to reduce<br />
impact and friction on<br />
vulnerable parts of your foot.<br />
PROUD HERITAGE<br />
Lorpen socks are<br />
engineered in the Pyrenees<br />
where the brand has been<br />
making great socks for<br />
outdoor enthusiasts for<br />
over 30 years.<br />
Turn over for a selection<br />
of socks designed for<br />
comfort in summer…<br />
SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023 25
Socks<br />
CLASS OF 2023<br />
MOUNTAIN WAREHOUSE<br />
ISOCOOL HIKER £12<br />
As ever with Mountain Warehouse,<br />
here we have an option that is simple,<br />
reliable and affordable. Made with a<br />
blend of durable cotton and MW’s<br />
IsoCool fabric (a mix of elastane,<br />
polyester and Coolmax fibres), they<br />
should be fine for most walkers’ needs.<br />
mountainwarehouse.com<br />
HJ HALL PROTREK LIGHT<br />
HIKE £12.50<br />
ProTrek is the hiking sub-brand of<br />
reputed Leicestershire sockmakers<br />
HJ Hall. This lightweight summer<br />
option has been a stalwart of CW tests<br />
and gear guides: Coolmax cotton, with<br />
carefully structured cushioning and<br />
reinforced heel and toe areas.<br />
hj.co.uk<br />
CRAGHOPPERS<br />
HEAT REGULATING<br />
TRAVEL SOCK £16<br />
We’re not sure what distinguishes a<br />
‘travel sock’ from a ‘really good walking<br />
sock’ but this is definitely one of those.<br />
Its Thermal Control fabric technology<br />
absorbs body heat and redistributes it<br />
across its microthermal fibres.<br />
craghoppers.com<br />
FINDRA SKYE MERINO<br />
STRIPE £16<br />
These are made in the UK from soft,<br />
ethically sourced, cruelty-free<br />
Australian merino wool, which wicks<br />
moisture away from the skin, keeping<br />
your feet fresh, dry and comfortable all<br />
day. Merino wool is also naturally odour<br />
resistant, so less washing is required.<br />
findraclothing.com<br />
KEELA INSECT SHIELD<br />
HIKER £16.95<br />
Keela’s Insect Shield treatment is<br />
woven into this sock to repel<br />
mosquitoes, ticks, ants, flies, chiggers<br />
and midges. It boasts a cushioned<br />
footbed and Achilles protection, and its<br />
viscose bamboo-based fibres reduce<br />
the risk of blister-causing friction.<br />
keelaoutdoors.com<br />
1000 MILE<br />
FUSION DOUBLE LAYERED<br />
WALK SOCK £18<br />
This new hiking sock has it all, say the<br />
makers at 1000 Mile: it’s fast-wicking<br />
and double-layered for added comfort,<br />
with blister-free protection and padded<br />
zones in the areas that need them most<br />
– and all without excess bulk.<br />
1000mile.co.uk<br />
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THE KNOWLEDGE<br />
The names of Bridgedale socks tend to be quite a mouthful, but in fact when<br />
you break them down they make perfect sense, and are simply helping you<br />
find exactly what you need in their vast range. They divide into Range (Hike,<br />
Explorer, Waterproof, Liner), Weight (Ultra Light, Lightweight, Midweight,<br />
Heavyweight), Fabric (Coolmax or Merino) and Activity (Performance,<br />
Endurance, Sport). So if you know what you’re looking for, the product<br />
name will take you straight to the sock you need. On this page, it’s the Hike<br />
Ultra Light Coolmax Performance – and trust us, it won’t let you down.<br />
BRIDGEDALE<br />
HIKE ULTRA LIGHT<br />
COOLMAX PERFORMANCE<br />
£19<br />
This is Bridgedale’s top option for<br />
walking in warmer climates: it’s an<br />
ultra-light, non-wool, cushioned sock<br />
that ensures your feet stay cool,<br />
comfortable and dry in the heat.<br />
bridgedale.com<br />
EDZ<br />
ALL CLIMATE MERINO<br />
BOOT SOCK £19<br />
A genius product which, as the name<br />
suggests, is designed to be adaptable,<br />
cooling you in summer and insulating<br />
in winter. You can buy a single pair for<br />
£12, but for the added £7 we reckon<br />
the dual pack is even better value.<br />
edz.co.uk<br />
LORPEN<br />
T3 LIGHT HIKER £19<br />
Another longtime CW favourite,<br />
Lorpen’s T3 Light Hiker is just<br />
incredibly soft, stretchy and<br />
comfortable over serious miles.<br />
Their Lyocell Tencel fabric makes<br />
them great in summer, but they do a<br />
bang-up job in spring and autumn too.<br />
lorpen.co.uk<br />
BAM<br />
TECHNICAL BAMBOO<br />
WALKING SOCKS £22<br />
BAM derive most of their key fabrics<br />
from sustainably sourced bamboo,<br />
and here it’s put to great use on a<br />
supersoft, breathable sock with<br />
cushioned footbed and elasticated<br />
ribbing on the ankle, instep and hem.<br />
bambooclothing.co.uk<br />
STANCE<br />
MOON CREW SOCK £23<br />
Certain geekier members of the CW<br />
team got very excited about this one,<br />
with its visuals inspired by the Forest<br />
Moon of Endor from Return of the Jedi.<br />
But it’s not just geeky gimmickry:<br />
these are proper outdoor socks whose<br />
InfiniKnit yarn has a no-rip guarantee.<br />
stance.eu.com<br />
DARN TOUGH<br />
CLOSE ENCOUNTERS<br />
MIDWEIGHT £28<br />
And the theme continues here, with<br />
Darn Tough’s infamous sense of<br />
humour bringing us a sock pattern<br />
inspired by alien/monster encounters<br />
in the wilderness. Still no skimping on<br />
quality either: these socks are brilliant.<br />
darntough.com<br />
SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023 27
ADVERTISING FEATURE<br />
Waterproofs<br />
It still rains in the summer.<br />
Like that’s gonna stop you…<br />
THE MASTERCLASS<br />
ALPKIT<br />
DEFINITION JACKET<br />
A waterproof jacket actually has more work to do<br />
in summer than it does at any other time of year.<br />
Firstly, sorry to break this news, but our summers<br />
are getting wetter. But they are also staying<br />
warmer, which means your waterproof<br />
jacket needs to manage the heat and<br />
moisture inside it as well as it handles<br />
the wet stuff outside. It needs to<br />
be lightweight and robust but as<br />
breathable as possible, so you don’t<br />
overheat on those precious<br />
adventures. It needs a firm hood,<br />
good storage and waterproof<br />
zips. That’s a lot to ask.<br />
Thankfully, the Alpkit<br />
Definition is the perfect reply.<br />
SMALL<br />
DETAILS,<br />
BIG IMPACT<br />
The Definition has<br />
been designed for the<br />
toughest, roughest<br />
conditions; even down<br />
to the Cohaesive<br />
integrated cordlocks<br />
on the hem and hood<br />
opening. They use a<br />
simple pinch<br />
mechanism to operate<br />
easily with gloves.<br />
INNOVATION<br />
ALL OVER<br />
Eighteen months of<br />
development went into the<br />
Definition. Alpkit specially designed<br />
the unique three-layer fabric for<br />
this jacket. They wanted to lower<br />
its environmental impact, while<br />
recognising that performance<br />
comes first. It’s one of the very first<br />
performance mountaineering shells<br />
to use a PFC-free water repellent<br />
treatment (DWR).<br />
A SIZE FOR ALL<br />
Alpkit have invested in their product team with a focus<br />
on looking at sizing for a broader range of bodies.<br />
They’re working hard on the consistency and grading<br />
of their fit. They also design their women’s products<br />
from the ground up (rather than just adapting the<br />
men’s version as some brands do). The Definition<br />
jacket is available in men’s S-XXL and women’s 6-20.<br />
BUILT FOR<br />
THE WORST<br />
The Definition promises<br />
impenetrable storm protection,<br />
whatever the conditions throw<br />
at you. It’s jam-packed with<br />
features, with a three-layer<br />
construction, waterproof<br />
zips, adjustable cuffs<br />
and a fully adjustable<br />
hood.<br />
TRIED, TESTED,<br />
TRUSTED<br />
Over 80% of customer<br />
reviews give the Definition<br />
five stars. It has scored<br />
highly in every Country<br />
Walking test it has ever<br />
appeared in – including its<br />
turn as a centrepiece of<br />
our Greener Gear special<br />
last year. It is therefore<br />
one of the many reasons<br />
CW awarded Alpkit UK<br />
Brand of the Year in 2022.<br />
How much &<br />
where from?<br />
£260; find full details,<br />
along with the rest of<br />
the Alpkit range, at<br />
alpkit.com<br />
Read on for more<br />
options to keep you<br />
dry this summer…<br />
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Waterproofs<br />
CLASS OF 2023<br />
CRAGHOPPERS<br />
MARIS<br />
/ BRONTE<br />
£100<br />
Outstanding value, this.<br />
A 2.5-layer waterproof<br />
whose outer layer is<br />
made from part-recycled<br />
polyester finished with<br />
plant-based EcoShield<br />
DWR. The AquaDry<br />
membrane works a<br />
treat, and there are<br />
three zipped pockets<br />
to keep trail essentials<br />
secure, plus a fully<br />
waterproof zip.<br />
craghoppers.com<br />
FÖHN<br />
PACKABLE HOODED<br />
JACKET £120<br />
Not the toughest<br />
jacket, but as the<br />
name suggests, this<br />
one is designed to<br />
be your packable<br />
emergency layer<br />
when you’re<br />
travelling light or<br />
get caught in<br />
an unexpected<br />
shower. It’s<br />
lightweight,<br />
breathable and<br />
compressible.<br />
wiggle.co.uk<br />
ALPKIT<br />
SIGMA £160<br />
A fully-loaded three-layer<br />
waterproof, suitable for<br />
all seasons but light<br />
enough for summer,<br />
for well under £200?<br />
That’s impressive and<br />
so is the Sigma, a<br />
versatile hardshell with<br />
next-to-skin comfort<br />
thanks to a soft-touch<br />
backing fabric. And as<br />
it’s fully recycled and<br />
recyclable, Alpkit say<br />
it’s their lowestimpact<br />
jacket yet.<br />
alpkit.com<br />
SPRAYWAY<br />
VECTIS / FEN £100<br />
A big success in our recent<br />
waterproof test, the Vectis<br />
and Fen jackets are terrific<br />
lighter-weight jackets (just<br />
284g) at a very reasonable<br />
price in these tricky times.<br />
Their low weight, athletic cut<br />
and excellent breathability<br />
combine really well on<br />
energetic ascents, and<br />
Sprayway’s HydroDRY<br />
membrane seldom lets you<br />
down. A good peaked hood<br />
and decent pockets too.<br />
sprayway.com<br />
MOUNTAIN WAREHOUSE<br />
BACHILL £120<br />
Usually sold for a lot less than the RRP<br />
(selling for £70 at time of writing), the<br />
Bachill is a great-value package.<br />
At 5000mm its hydrostatic<br />
head rating isn’t the highest,<br />
so it’s for fending off drizzle<br />
and showers rather than<br />
prolonged heavy rain, but<br />
it’s light and packable; the<br />
kind of jacket you can stow<br />
in any rucksack for any trip,<br />
and with waterproof zips and<br />
taped seams, it’s still likely<br />
to be a reliable option right<br />
through into the autumn.<br />
mountainwarehouse.com<br />
BERGHAUS<br />
PACLITE DYNAK £170<br />
It’s always a treat to find a<br />
Gore-Tex jacket for under £200,<br />
and the Dynak is a fine example.<br />
It used the lightweight Paclite<br />
version of Gore which is<br />
still about as reliable as<br />
waterproofing gets. And it<br />
doesn’t skimp on features,<br />
with adjustable hood, hem<br />
and cuffs, easy-access zipped<br />
pockets, articulated sleeves<br />
and a fully adjustable,<br />
stiff-peaked hood. As Berghaus<br />
put it, ‘this can be your best mate<br />
on a summer hike.’ Hard to argue.<br />
berghaus.com<br />
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THE KNOWLEDGE<br />
A waterproof’s job isn’t just about dealing with rain; it’s equally about dealing<br />
with humidity – especially in summer. Humidity is the amount of water vapour<br />
in the atmosphere around you, and in waterproof jackets, it’s the job of the<br />
mid and inner fabric layers to manage andmoderate humidity. If those barrier<br />
layers fail, moisture (ie. sweat) will not be conveyed to the outer layer and<br />
humidity will increase. The result? Condensation and moisture can’t get out,<br />
and instead seeps back through your base layer and onto your skin. This is why<br />
it’s important to reproof your jacket and keep its membrane in top condition.<br />
SALOMON<br />
OUTLINE 2.5 £180<br />
Here’s another jacket that<br />
makes great use of Gore-Tex<br />
Paclite – and in this case, the<br />
outer fabric is made from<br />
100% recycled polyester with<br />
a PFC-free durable water<br />
repellent (DWR) treatment.<br />
But not only does it tread<br />
lightly on the environment,<br />
it also performs superbly in<br />
the outdoors: the OutLine is<br />
protective, lightweight and<br />
breathable, and at 345g, it<br />
doesn’t weigh the earth.<br />
salomon.com<br />
OUTDOOR RESEARCH<br />
ASPIRE II £230<br />
The Aspire II is OR’s bestselling<br />
women’s rain jacket – and this<br />
year the range has increased its<br />
sizing options, including a plus<br />
size range. Gore-Tex Paclite<br />
is again at the core of the<br />
product, but it also has<br />
great features including the<br />
TorsoFlo venting system:<br />
a zip running from hem to<br />
bicep, either for venting<br />
heat or to wear the jacket<br />
poncho-style over your<br />
rucksack in serious rain.<br />
outdoorresearch.com<br />
PATAGONIA GRANITE<br />
CREST £260<br />
Tried and tested in CW reviews,<br />
this is a jacket that typifies<br />
Patagonia’s ecological focus<br />
as well as their understanding<br />
of what walkers need. It’s<br />
made with recycled fishing<br />
nets to help reduce plastic<br />
pollution in earth’s oceans,<br />
and uses absolutely no<br />
perfluorochemicals (PFCs)<br />
in its water-repellent<br />
treatment. The hood has<br />
a laminated visor to keep<br />
rain off your face and the<br />
zips are watertight.<br />
eu.patagonia.com<br />
RAB<br />
KANGRI PACLITE £270<br />
The ultralight and packable<br />
version of Rab’s much-loved<br />
Kangri hiking waterproof shell,<br />
this lighter variant is made with<br />
recycled Gore-Tex Paclite Plus<br />
2.5l fabric, which is highly<br />
compressible and breathable<br />
as well as thoroughly<br />
waterproof, making it ideal<br />
for summer. It’s perfect for<br />
stashing in a pack on long<br />
mountain days and for taking<br />
shelter when the storm rolls in.<br />
It’s also as sleek and streamlined<br />
as its parent jacket.<br />
rab.equipment/uk<br />
ROHAN<br />
IMBER £285<br />
When it comes to<br />
alternatives to the<br />
hallowed Gore-Tex,<br />
Rohan’s Barricade fabric<br />
is hard to beat. It’s used<br />
here on the Imber, a<br />
versatile three-layer<br />
waterproof which is<br />
packed with well<br />
thought-out features,<br />
including waterproof zip<br />
pockets which sit high<br />
on the torso to avoid<br />
being blocked by your<br />
rucksack straps.<br />
rohan.co.uk<br />
PÁRAMO<br />
VELEZ JACKET £300<br />
Another jacket which has been tried and<br />
tested over many a CW review, the<br />
Velez is a heftier jacket than most<br />
summer offerings, but it’s<br />
ingenious design means it’s still<br />
comfy and breathable even in<br />
July. Its unique Analogy<br />
fabric mimics the behaviour<br />
of animal fur, pumping<br />
liquid water and moisture<br />
vapour away from your body<br />
to the outer surface, leaving you<br />
dry and comfortable. And while it’s<br />
great in summer, you’ll find it works<br />
brilliantly all year round, too.<br />
paramo-clothing.com<br />
30 SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2023
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RUSH TRK PRO GTX<br />
HIKER BEYOND<br />
THE ORDINARY.<br />
RUSH TRK PRO GTX is the new reference point for short or daily<br />
excursions. A shoe made with a focus on comfort, with technologies that<br />
can help reduce foot fatigue. It represents the right mix of comfort,<br />
stability and low weight, enhanced by the use of Nubuk leather.<br />
SCARPA.CO.UK