Reviews
Alpkit Squalline Jacket – First Test/Review.
Here's one I did earlier. It was my first look at the competitively priced Squalline Jacket from Alpkit. It's been designed as stash-in-your pocket go-to waterproof/windshell for fast paced activities like trail running and mountainbiking. I like it, it's ideal for...
Alpkit Soloist Backpacking Tent – First Look.
I've finally got my hands on one of these little fellas. The Alpkit Soloist 1-man tent.It’s a big deal in a tiny package.Every batch has sold out on pre-order so far (Alpkit have the knack of delivering the right product at prices that are extremely attractive to...
A visit to Celtic Paddles.
Today I took a visit to Anglesey in Wales to visit the Celtic Paddles factory.I had a great experience and was surprised to find that it was a pretty big operation with a lot going on. If you're in the market for a quality paddle check them out.My very special thanks...
Aqua Xtreme Commando Packraft – Unboxing.
Finally my packraft has arrived. It's been a painful process watching it crawl through customs, and the subsequent fee to get it released. However, here it is: You can see more from Aqua Xtreme here: Website Facebook Instagram Twitter You can also...
Buying a PFD from Peak UK
Today I went along to Peak UK in Derbyshire to buy a PFD (Personal Floatation Device) for my packrafting adventures. I received really good advice from Adam Gill and enjoyed a great customer experience. Peak UK will be familiar to anyone interested in paddle sports....
Lush Shampoo Bars (Review).
Lush Shampoo Bars As a committed environmentalist I'm always on the lookout for products that will reduce my footprint on the planet, and as a regular traveller I'm always on the lookout for products that will make my life easier and more efficient. (I appreciate the...
Alpkit – Woodsmoke Shirt – Review.
If you are a mountainbiker, skateboarder, snowboarder, or even a general outdoorist, you may well own a version of the ubiquitous chequered flannel shirt - it's very much a part of the look.I recently purchased one such example from Alpkit.comIt has quickly proved to...
The Sonder Signal Ti – Building a Dream Machine.
The Motel du Mugling is an oasis of calm on the bustling Kathmandu-Pokhara Highway. I called in and ate an unplanned lunch with my friend Sagar, the manager. It was unplanned because I had already eaten breakfast there a few hours previously; inbetween times I had...
A Signal of Intent. The Sonder Signal Ti.
The Signal Ti is soon to be the latest addition to the Sonder(Alpkit) range of highly regarded, and highly capable, bikes. I was in the very fortunate position to ride the final pre-production model during my recent trip to Nepal. It is an astonishing...
Review: Alpkit Morphosis – first look.
I called in at Alpkit on my return from Nepal to check out their new Morphosis Jacket. I was so impressed with it that I also bought the Half-Zip Top too. My old Softshell has started to see better days and I was looking to replace it. The Morphosis is Alpkit's modern...
