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24/06/2008
Petzl Altios Climbing Helmet:
  • Integral headtorch retaining clips.
  • "Adapt" clip for directly mounting any "Adapt" headtorch.
  • Comfort mesh cradle.
  • Easy adjustment system.
  • Good ventilation.
    Price: £50.00
    For the full spec see Petzl Altios.
    • 09/06/2008
    DMM Revolver Screw Gate:
    A compact screw gate krab with an integrated micro pulley wheel. Ideal for self rescue and hauling.
    Price: £19.95
    For the full spec see Belay Devices.
    01/06/2008
    Petzl D17 Reverso 3:
    This new belay device from Petzl can be used for direct and indirect belaying and features a "guide" or "reverso" mode allowing two seconds to be belayed simoultaneously. It can be used with single ropes >=8.9mm and half/twin ropes >=7.5mm. In "guide" mode ropes can be released under load with just an additional karabiner.
    For the full spec see Belay Devices.
    01/06/2008
    DMM Alloy Offsets:
    DMM have taken the original HB Offset design and developed it featuring recessed wires, lighening recesses and anodised colour coding.
    Price: £10.00 each or £45.00 for a complete set of all five sizes.
    For the full spec see DMM Alloy Offsets.
    01/06/2008
    Petzl M55 SL Locker Screw Gate:
    A compact locking karabiner with a notchless "key-lock" nose and a red "unlocked" safety marker.
    Price: £9.50
    For the full spec see Compact Screw Gates.
    30/03/2008
    Peak District Climbing:
    322 pages with full colour topos and colour photography throughout. Over 400 of the best routes from Mod to HVS, together with suggestions for good E1s to try. The mid grade sport climbing venues of Horseshoe Quarry and Harpur Hill are also featured and if you can't be arsed with a rope there are 350 of the areas best gritstone boulder problems to fall off.
    Price: £19.95
    This and every other available UK climbing guide is available here.
    30/03/2008
    Wild Country Titan II Screw Gate:
    A compact light weight screw gate krab with a notchless nose. Designed as a lightweight locking krab for climbing but also good for caving, especially on cows-tails.
    Price: £9.49
    For the full spec see Compact Screw Gates.
    30/03/2008
    Wild Country Synergy Lite:
    A well finished compact HMS belay screw gate with a notchless nose.
    Price: £11.00
    For the full spec see Compact HMS and Belay Krabs.
    30/03/2008
    Garmin MapSource Topo GB Micro SD Cards:
    Topographic mapping on pre-programmed Micro SD data cards for use in Garmin's "x" series receivers. Unlike the DVD these do not need to be unlocked or linked to a single receiver, they can be used immediately in any compatable "x" series reciever..
    Price: £69.99
    For the full spec see Garmin Topo GB Cards.
    16/03/2008
    CAMP Nano 23:
    The lightest climbing krab in the world, weighing in at just 23g!
    Price: £6.99
    For the full spec see Climbing Equipment.
    26/01/2008
    Petzl Ultra:
    Ultra bright 350 Lumen multi-LED modular lighting system with Lithium Ion battery packs.
    Price: from £250
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    12/01/2008
    Petzl Myo XP NEW 2008 VERSION:
    Petzl have made this benchmark headtorch even brighter and it runs even longer.
    Price: £54.95
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    11/01/2008
    Lyon / HNH Tackle Bags:
    New from Hitch n Hike, a range of caving bags for ropes and personal kit.
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    16/12/2007
    Petzl SiGNAL LED Marker Light:
    This new little marker light can be used alone or attached to any of Petzl's headtorches that have elastic head cradles, increasing visability from behind. Ideal for running and cycling.
    Price: £10.00
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    10/11/2007
    Motorola TLKR 5 PMR Radios:
    These new radios from Motorola are aimed at the outdoor leisure and sports market. They have all the standard PMR two-way radio features including 8 channels and 121 personal channel codes. Line of sight range is 6km+/-, less with trees, buildings or terrain in the way. The most noticable feature is the lack of a conventional antenna. This makes them easier to stuff in a pocket or use in things like waterproof cases.
    Price: £59.95
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    05/09/2007
    Singing Rock Slacklining Kit:
    This kit comes complete with two adjustable anchor slings and a ratchet slackline. It can be used between trees, vehicle tow bars or other suitably strong anchor points. Loads of fun and a great way to waste some time (oh - and improve your balance!).
    Price: £45.00
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    07/09/2007
    Garmin H High Sensitivity GPS Receivers:
    This new series of receivers will be of interest to anyone requiring the use of a GPS under dense tree canopies or other places where satelite reception can be difficult. The advantage is that they will get a fix and track where the standard receivers won't, but battery life is shorter. The standard receivers are more than sensitive enough for general purposes and have the advangage of longer battery life. New models include the eTrex H, the Venture HC with colour screen and the Legend HCx with colour screen and microSD card slot for on-board mapping.
    Prices start at £94.95 for the eTrex H.
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    22/08/2007
    Petzl 1W LED Module for the Duo Headtorch and Caving Lamp:
    Petzl have just released a 1w LED module to replace the halogen bulb in the Duo headtorch and caving lamp. It is ideal for spotting as it produces a tight beam when focused. It will run for 8 - 10 hours depending on the type and capacity of battery used.
    Price: £15.99.
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    12/08/2007
    Singing Rock:
    Czech manufacturer, Singing Rock, are producing some excellent climbing, caving and industrial safety equipment, all well finished using high quality materials and at very competitive prices. Product info is also excellent. Examples include:-
    > Zenith Climbing Harness (shown) £40.00
    > Digger Caving Harness £31.50
    > Slackline Kit £45.00
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