The hiking gear and adventures thread...

[ATG]

TGCOTF-dewey said:

popeyewhite said:

sparkythecat said:

Any recommendations for warm waterproof gloves?
Not the massive gauntlets that skiers like, but ones that will go under the cuffs of your jacket so they don't catch the run off from your sleeves when you're hill walking in the cold winter rain.
Wet glove linings make them a pain to get on and off

You'll always get wet if the rain is persistent enough, Personally I take two pairs of gloves on wet hikes, never having found a truly waterproof practical option. Also a second base layer, but that's OT.

I've always used an ice-climbing set-up, but then I had them anyway. Thermal windblock and - mostly - water proof fingered gloves with a waterproof bag mitten over the top.

Never cold or wet even in - 30s temps.

I wish someone made a glove that somehow, magically made a waterproof seal with the jacket. Gloves inside sleeves is fine when you're walking with your arms by your sides, but as soon as you start using a walking pole or scramble a bit so your hands are pointing up, then water goes down your sleeves. And if you have sleeves inside your gloves, then the problem is reversed. If you could make the jacket's sleeve stiff, e.g. maybe have a stiff plastic hoop inside the jacket, then you might be able to cinch a glove onto it tightly enough to make a waterproof seal. But then getting the gloves on and off is likely to be a major pain. Maybe the solution is one of Nasa's new space suits.

[TGCOTF-dewey]

Tried to camp on the top of Helvellyn last night. Forecast was 6mph wind, very light snow, and - 1.

When we summited via swirrel it was 30-40mph and horizontal rain, so exceptionally cold with w-chill. Had to beat a hasty retreat as mates hands quickly started going blue.

Swirrel was tough carrying a ruck full of overnight gear in strong wind.

Started well...








Even the snow was crap

[Percy.]

Does anyone have/have used any OEX clothing before?

I understand that it is Go Outdoors own brand, but the clothing appears to be well received by online reviews.

[MonkeyBusiness]

Percy. said:

Does anyone have/have used any OEX clothing before?
I understand that it is Go Outdoors own brand, but the clothing appears to be well received by online reviews.

I don't but I know a couple of friends that do and they speak highly of it.
There is a lad on Youtube called English Woodsman and he is 'Mr OEX'

[Muppet007]

I've got some of their shorts. I like them.
Room for improvement (the belt buckle sucks) but I'd happily get another set.

However, shorts are not really technical gear, so can't comment on the other stuff

[Bill]

Amazing weather in Scotland at the moment, we had the best possible conditions for Ben Nevis. We'd hired decent boots for the kids and an extra couple of axes which were a bit overkill for the conditions but gave the kids a chance for a practice. There were a disturbing number of people in crap trainers who clearly had no idea though!

[yellowbentines]

The weather up here in Scotland is indeed perfect, went up Ben Vorlich yesterday (the Loch Lomond one) - uninterrupted views in all directions as far as Mull and Jura.

In the spirit of the thread, 2nd photo me modelling the new rucksack - Lowe Alpine Air zone Pro Trail 35:45 - really comfortable even when loaded (I tend to overpack for all conditions), lots of pockets and adjustability, and did a good job of keeping the sweaty back at bay! Recommended.

Edited by yellowbentines on Saturday 8th April 09:23

[RizzoTheRat]

ATG said:

I wish someone made a glove that somehow, magically made a waterproof seal with the jacket. Gloves inside sleeves is fine when you're walking with your arms by your sides, but as soon as you start using a walking pole or scramble a bit so your hands are pointing up, then water goes down your sleeves. And if you have sleeves inside your gloves, then the problem is reversed. If you could make the jacket's sleeve stiff, e.g. maybe have a stiff plastic hoop inside the jacket, then you might be able to cinch a glove onto it tightly enough to make a waterproof seal. But then getting the gloves on and off is likely to be a major pain. Maybe the solution is one of Nasa's new space suits.

I have a pair of motorbike gloves (Eska, later rebranded to Racer Pluvio) with a double cuff, a neoprene one that goes inside your jacket, and a cordura one that goes outside the jacket and has a little vent in the bottom. Any water than runs down your sleeves into the outer cuff doesn't get on to your hands because of the inner cuff, and drains out of the vent so it doesn't go back up your sleeve when you lift your arm up. Works really well so of course they've stopped making them

[ATG]

RizzoTheRat said:

ATG said:

I wish someone made a glove that somehow, magically made a waterproof seal with the jacket. Gloves inside sleeves is fine when you're walking with your arms by your sides, but as soon as you start using a walking pole or scramble a bit so your hands are pointing up, then water goes down your sleeves. And if you have sleeves inside your gloves, then the problem is reversed. If you could make the jacket's sleeve stiff, e.g. maybe have a stiff plastic hoop inside the jacket, then you might be able to cinch a glove onto it tightly enough to make a waterproof seal. But then getting the gloves on and off is likely to be a major pain. Maybe the solution is one of Nasa's new space suits.

I have a pair of motorbike gloves (Eska, later rebranded to Racer Pluvio) with a double cuff, a neoprene one that goes inside your jacket, and a cordura one that goes outside the jacket and has a little vent in the bottom. Any water than runs down your sleeves into the outer cuff doesn't get on to your hands because of the inner cuff, and drains out of the vent so it doesn't go back up your sleeve when you lift your arm up. Works really well so of course they've stopped making them

now that's a smart bit of thinking

[DoctorX]

Cotty said:

Any suggestions on waterproof trousers.
I have a pair of overtrousers but looking for something a bit more uban for a walk to the pub/around town without looking like your on a hike.

I like Craghoppers and have lots of their gear but £80 for their Aquadry trousers seems a little steep. Any suggestions.
https://www.craghoppers.com/mens-stefan-ii-waterpr...

Something from Rohan perhaps? Not cheap though.

https://www.rohan.co.uk/offers/mens/trousers-dry-d...

[popeyewhite]

Cotty said:

Any suggestions on waterproof trousers.
I have a pair of overtrousers but looking for something a bit more uban for a walk to the pub/around town without looking like your on a hike.

There's this device that opens out and you can stand underneath and shelter from the elements... .Um...um...

[Faust66]

I quite like the Beghuas paclite goretex overtrousers... nicely breathable and not too 'in your face' style wise.

You can pick them up for about 80 quid a pair if you shop around.

No links, sorry... I'm on a campsite in Lynton with a poor signal (walking a few days on the SWCP).

[S100HP]

I'm attempting the Clarendon Way in one hit on Friday with a friend and our dogs. 27 miles, which is the most I'll have ever done in one day. Am slightly scared.

[LordHaveMurci]

S100HP said:

I'm attempting the Clarendon Way in one hit on Friday with a friend and our dogs. 27 miles, which is the most I'll have ever done in one day. Am slightly scared.

That’s a long way for most dogs - what do you have?

[popeyewhite]

Cotty said:

popeyewhite said:

There's this device that opens out and you can stand underneath and shelter from the elements... .Um...um...

Doesn't keep your legs dry and got fed up with people stealing them.

Edited by Cotty on Saturday 13th May 11:52

Get a taxi then. Wear any waterproof trouser to the pub and you'll look a bit..underground bunker in the backyard, IYKWIM. they're rubbish anyway, either not really waterproof or waterproof and heavy or waterproof and overtrousers. As for showerproof, what exactly does that mean?

[S100HP]

LordHaveMurci said:

S100HP said:

I'm attempting the Clarendon Way in one hit on Friday with a friend and our dogs. 27 miles, which is the most I'll have ever done in one day. Am slightly scared.

That’s a long way for most dogs - what do you have?

Me a terrier cross whippet thing, and him a spaniel. It has concerned me it might be too much for them if I'm honest.

[popeyewhite]

Cotty said:

popeyewhite said:

Get a taxi then.

Great idea, know many taxis that drive though woods?

None, but that wasn't your question

Cotty said:

Any suggestions on waterproof trousers.
I have a pair of overtrousers but looking for something a bit more uban for a walk to the pub/around town without looking like your on a hike.

I suppose your next comment will be you walk through woods to get to town?

[popeyewhite]

Cotty said:

popeyewhite said:

I suppose your next comment will be you walk through woods to get to town?

I am sorry if I did not provide every single senario for you to respond to. Better luck next time.

I'll need luck and a crystal ball if the answer you're looking for is different from the question you post my friend

[popeyewhite]

Cotty said:

Im not your freind. I asked for suggestions of waterproof trousers, I didn't provide the environment that I would be wearing them prior to the destination.

Yes you did my freind.

[Cotty]

popeyewhite said:

Yes you did my freind.

Is there something wrong with you