We were very sad to learn of the recent death of PHD and Mountain Equipment founder Peter Hutchinson at the age of 81…
PHD launch 1000-fillpower sleeping bags
PHD have launched their new ‘K Series’ of down sleeping bags, which combines 1000-fillpower down with new lightweight fabrics. The result is extremely light gear, equally suitable for high altitude expeditions and ultra-light summer backpacking. The ‘K Series’ products are new sleeping bags and clothing that are squarely aimed at being the lightest possible down items we can create. Taking advantage …
New belay jackets from PHD
PHD have added two new belay jackets to their winter collection, the lightweight Alpha and the extra-warm Zeta. Designed to withstand temperatures of -10°C, the 660g Alpha jacket for mountain use (pictured) is filled using 133grm/m Primaloft One insulation for protection in rough conditions, while the slightly warmer yet heavier 820g Zeta can handle a punishing -20°C, and consists of …
PHD launch 'lightest ever' sleeping bag
Alpine equipment experts PHD have just announced the launch of their lightest sleeping bag to date. The Filler weighs in at 240g, and has been developed using ultra-lightweight 10X fabric with 900+ fill power down within the quilted inner and outer shells. This means the bag should have an operating temperature of around 15˚C, and can be used either alone …
PHD supports Ran Fiennes' winter Antarctic attempt
Veteran polar explorer, Sir Ranulph Fiennes, will take on one of the last remaining polar challenges by attempting to cross Antarctica in winter – the coldest journey on Earth – with five colleagues and with the support of the Commonwealth and a number of sponsors, including PHD down clothing. PHD are official suppliers of Down Jackets, Down Sleeping Bags, Down …