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The Primaloft-insulated Montane Prism strikes a lovely balance between weight, warmth, features and performance. The adjustable, peaked hood is excellent, the dropped hem adds warmth and coverage, and the relaxed fit (neither loose nor athletic) is just right. The 30-denier, windproof Pertex Quantum shell feels tougher than many others too.VERDICTAn excellent and fairly-priced synthetic jacket. …

Montane's latest flagship waterproof jacket is a rugged Gore-Tex Pro shell primarily designed for alpine adventures and winter mountaineering - but that also makes it a solid option for committed outdoorsy types who are particularly hard on their kit. In terms of fit, features and functionality. This jacket is up there with the best, including many top-end shells in the £400-£500 price range.VERDI …

Boasting the latest Gore-Tex Paclite Plus fabric, which now has a dry-touch backer for improved comfort, this is a great technical 3-season shell for hillwalking, scrambling and full-on mountaineering use. It's got a cracking helmet-friendly hood, pit zips for easy venting. Well-placed pockets and a trim-fitting yet full-coverage cut that offers excellent mobility. 100% recycled too!VERDICT A moun …

Boasting the latest Gore-Tex Paclite Plus fabric, which now has a dry-touch backer for improved comfort, this is a great technical 3-season shell for hillwalking, scrambling and full-on mountaineering use. It's got a cracking helmet-friendly hood, pit zips for easy venting. Well-placed pockets and a trim-fitting yet full-coverage cut that offers excellent mobility. 100% recycled too!VERDICT A moun …

Innovative, lightweight, breathable clothing and equipment for endurance sports and activities in extreme environmentsBritish outdoor brand Montane has become synonymous with lightweight and breathable clothing and equipment. For over 25 years Montane has worked closely with serious mountain professionals working in hostile conditions across the globe as a proving ground for garment design. From t …

The Montane Alpine Resolve sure packs a punch straight out of bag. Coming in the striking Citrus Green design, it certainly ticks the first box for a winter shell jacket. Bright and bold, it will stand out in contrast to the shorter days and bleak white mountain tops of the winter season.

The addition of a cap in the outdoors often becomes a handy piece of clothing. They provide protection from the sun, deflect light rainfall, whilst also adding a bit of rigidity when pairing with a lightweight jacket with a basic hood. We are big fans of this type of headwear so were eager to try out Montane’s GR Sun Cap.

Carry Less. Do More.Engineered for endurance, performance and comfort. Montane's Rucksack range allows you to choose from a wide selection of lightweight backpacks, vest packs and waist packs designed for hiking, trail running, trekking and climbing. From your daily commute to long distance trail run, there's plenty of options from Montane to store and transport your kit safely.TrailblazerTrailbla …

Montane VIA Groove Gloves ReviewThe Montane VIA series are focused on fast and light with designs centred around trail running features. The VIA Groove Gloves fit this brief perfectly. Weighing in at just 40g for a large pair they certainly tick the lightweight box. The design seems simple enough with a thin layer providing the protection and the design across the palms in silicone for providing a …

The Montane Men's Spirit Lite Waterproof Jacket is designed for mountain walking and long-distance trekking alike. Made using a waterproof GORE-TEX Paclite® Plus shell fabric and fully taped seams, this waterproof jacket offers total protection from the elements in a lightweight and packable package. A fully adjustable hood and weather-resistant pockets ensure this men's waterproof jacket comes wi …

Out of all the items we have reviewed from this season, the Trailblazer has been the most difficult to make a decision on. There is so much we liked, a few areas we disliked, and in between a variety of design elements we had not seen featured before that left us confused as to what we thought of them! It’s easy to say that the Trailblazer isn’t your usual pack and combines elements from …

The Montane Hydrogen Extreme Smock, as the name suggests, has pretty big boots to fill. For over 20 years the original Extreme Smock has been regarded as a very dependable layer for expeditions into some of the world’s most hostile environments. Montane state that this updated version is inspired by the tried and tested Pile/Pertex system technology of the renowned Extreme Smock. The new …