Need a stocking filler for the mountaineer or trekker in your life? Then read on for Trek & Mountain’s ultimate Xmas Gift Guide…
NEMO Zor sleeping mat £98
Contact: 01625 613177
The Zor series sleeping mats from NEMO are built for extreme performance, when every gram counts. A unique method of construction gives the optimum combination of light weight and insulation for minimalist exploration. Most lightweight pads utilise vertical coring in their internal foam to reduce mass, but NEMO has taken this a step further and combined both vertical and horizontal drilling. Called ‘2-Axis Coring’, the process subtracts the maximum amount of foam without giving up three-season insulation and comfort. In addition to this unique method of foam removal, the Zor pads use NEMO’s ultralight 20-denier coated fabrics. A printed silicone pattern on the bottom of the pads prevents them from shifting around during the night. All Zor pads come with a stuff sack, compression strap, and repair patches.
BioLite CampStove £149.95
Contact: www.whitbyandco.co.uk/biolite or 01539 721032
Carry on camping this Christmas with the BioLite CampStove. And there’s no need to worry about calling the folks at home – the BioLite CampStove will charge your phone while you warm up the wine. The heat from the fire generates electricity via a thermoelectric generator to power a fan, creating airflow for improved combustion. Surplus electricity is sent to the USB port for charging devices. The award-winning CampStove burns natural fuels and converts heat to electricity via a thermo-electric generator. Stay warm and connected wherever you are this winter with BioLite.
Leatherman Hail + Style PS £49.95
Contact: www.whitbyandco.co.uk/leatherman or 01539 721032
The Hail is a joint effort of precision design from Leatherman and Signal Snowboard designers and is the ultimate gift for snowsports-loving mountain folk this Xmas. As well as a scraper, bottle opener, flat/ Phillips screwdriver, wrench and lace assist tool, the Hail makes it easy to store your headphones safely too. Not only that, the ingenious design incorporates a Leatherman Style PS multi-tool, which itself offers a range of useful tools including regular and needlenose pliers, wire cutter, scissors, nailfile and screwdrivers. All in all, the perfect tool for keeping tuned-up on the slopes.
Icebreaker Oasis Long Sleeve Half Zip £70
Contact: 01572 772437 or www.icebreaker.com
Merino pioneer Icebreaker has re-launched its high performance baselayer collection for winter 2013 upgrading its entire Bodyfit baselayer collection. The ‘must-have’ technical striped Oasis Long Sleeve Half Zip is made with lightweight 200gm Bodyfit merino fabric, which moulds to your body for a perfect fit and easy layering.
Fuzzy Brush £2.79 each (six per box)
Contact: www.fuzzybrush.com
Fuzzy Brush is a unique ‘all in one’ chewable toothbrush and breath freshener designed by dentists. All you have to do is place the soft mini toothbrush in your mouth and chew just like a piece of gum… the results are amazing! While chewing the natural action of the brush cleans your teeth as you manoeuvre it around your mouth, and sugar-free Xylitol is released to freshen your breath – quick, easy and very effective! No toothpaste or water is required, so you don’t have to rush to the nearest sink. A Fuzzy Brush will leave your whole mouth feeling clean and fresh – no fuss, no mess. Whether you’re in Wales for the weekend or in Nepal for a month, the Fuzzy Brush is a convenient way of keeping your teeth clean and fresh.
Sherpa Adventure Gear Pangdey Hat £25
Contact: www,sherpaadventuregear.co.uk
Give a little cheer on Christmas day by giving a beanie hat topped with a pom-pom. And what’s more, a pom-pom hat with stripes – irresistible! The Pangdey is a hand-knit made in Nepal, in a lightweight lambswool lined in polyester fleece for comfort. And when you buy any Sherpa Adventure Gear hand-knit hat, you support the livelihood of a Nepali family.
CTR Headwall Apex and Tyrol £29.99/£44.99
Contact: www.firstascent.co.uk
The desire to feel comfortable in our surroundings is what drove the development of CTR’s Headwall Collection. Both the Apex and Tyrol feature 70g Thinsulate insulation which ensures warmth in all conditions. The Apex has a split-peak visor, ear panels that are easily folded and hidden, and weighs just 88g. The Tyrol has full-length drop ear panels with a bottom Velcro closure for a snug fit, a flip visor with magnetic magnets and weighs 140g. Both hats feature a soft, high-pile fleece interior for warmth and comfort, and an integrated drawcord which allows for minor fit adjustments.
Nikwax Polar Proof (300ml) £5.99
Contact: www.nikwax.co.uk
As the cold weather draws in, it’s time to pack away your flip flops, dust off your favourite fleece and wrap up warm! But did you know you can add water repellency to your fleece garments with Nikwax Polar Proof to help you stay warm and dry in the wet autumn weather? Nikwax Polar Proof adds high performance Durable Water Repellency to any fleece garment, it’s easy to use in your washing machine and is safe for you and the environment. When wet, fleece absorbs water and becomes heavy. A fleece treated with Polar Proof will reduce weight gain from the rain, and help maintain breathability. Wet fleeces can lose up to 90% of their insulation making the wearer feel cold very quickly. By repelling water, Polar Proof helps to protect a fleece’s insulation qualities.
The PowerPot V £160
Contact: 01625 613177
America’s hottest new portable generator just landed in the UK! The PowerPot V transforms heat from a fire into electricity using thermogenic conductors. This clever gadget is not dependent on sunlight (unlike solar generators) and will work in any weather, at night, and indoors. All the PowerPot V needs to generate power is heat and water. Weighing in at 12-ounces by itself, the PowerPot is the lightest portable generator around. Keep charging with any heat source: backpacking stove, wood stove, or even a campfire. Charge any USB handheld device including GoPro cameras, headlamps, smartphones, or GPS.
