We take a look at the Arc’teryx Alpha SL 30, one of the first packs to utilise the new ALUULA Graflyte fabric, updating a modern classic alpine rucksack, the Alpha FL series.

A look at what is perhaps the first guidebook to Rock climbing in Wales.

Mountain Training recently undertook a review of the Climbing Instructor schemes, with a particular focus on Leadership and Decision Making. We take a look at the main changes here that come into effect from January 2025.

Mountain Training have updated the definition for a QMD. We look at the changes and provide an assessors point of view on what we’re looking for when reviewing people’s logbooks.

La Sportiva’s G-Tech is astoundingly light, but at what expense? Light, warm, durable, cheap? Read our review of these cutting edge boots to see if they live up to the hype.

Mountain Training recently undertook a review of the Mountain Leader scheme to ensure the award remains current. We take a look at the main changes here.

We take a look at the Mountain Leader award and what’s required at each stage of the scheme along your journey to becoming qualified.

A selection of recommended books for Mountain Leaders looking to increase their wider understanding of the mountain environment.

The Rock Climbing Instructor qualification is the new name for the old Single Pitch Award.

We look at the updates and changes to syllabus here.

We check out the new updated Petzl Sirocco helmet and see if our favorite helmet has been improved further…