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The Black Diamond Mission 75 is a durable alpine-style toploader pack that's suitable for anything from summer multi-pitch routes to gear-intensive winter expeditions. Now featuring updated BD X-Rip 420d fabric with UTS coating, this is the toughest pack available from Black Diamond and will withstand season after season of mountain abuse. It also features attachment points for ice tools, a front crampon pouch and a tuck-away rope strap to secure gear from the outside.

The Blue Ice Aero Lite Ice Screws have been built with an innovative 3-tooth steel bit for technical mountaineering and are the lightest ice screws currently available on the market. The body and hanger have been made with aluminium to minimize weight, whilst the foldable crank is stainless steel. They are available in 4 lengths of 13cm, 16cm, 19cm and 22cm.

The Blue Ice Dragonfly 26L is a climbing pack built using a mesh based carry system, with ultra-static mesh to provide breathability. It has asymmetrical stretch pockets for easy on-the-go access and a secure dual axe carry with a laminated pick tunnel. The fabrics used in this pack are weather shedding and all the zippers are water resistant.

The Boreal Drom Mid is a no-compromise mid-height shoe built for the mountains. The Drom packs all the performance features you need and will take you wherever you want to go. Perfect for at home walking to your local crag or high in the mountains, Drom is like a 4x4 for your feet.

The Boreal Triglav are a technical alpine mountaineering boot that are robust, crampon compatible and offer a good level of protection against the cold. They have a breathable Dry-Line lining that offers reliable moisture protection, and the upper is made with lightweight and abrasion-resistant materials that have targeted reinforcements. These are the perfect boots for ice climbing and mountaineering, thanks to their multi-layered sole that offers reliable performance in steep terrain, whether with or without crampons.

The AK37-X RT is a long-awaited addition to the Crux AK line. It is identical to the AK37, but has a floating/removable lid instead of a fixed one which adds 3-5 litres of additional capacity. It otherwise shares the distinguishing characteristics of the AK range - a 40% Kevlar® / 60% Cordura® fabric with a highly waterproof TPU lamination and a fully welded construction. A top-loading style, it features a roll-top closing system under the hood for complete waterproofness.