Winter and Alpine

The well-trusted Black Diamond Express Ice Screw has been around for years and happens to be the easiest and fastest placing ice screw on the market. They have seen a few improvements in their time, the most recent being lengthening of the teeth, the addition of a second clipping point on the hanger and adding a bevel shape on the colour coded handle to improve grip. The handle allows the screw to be spun in or out of the ice with speed, and without changing hand position. The tube of the screw is tapered out so that the teeth cut a slightly larger hole than the tube - this reduces friction during placements.

The Black Diamond Viper has an adjustable upper hand rest which is easily secured or released with a quick Flick Lock system. The hand rest can be as low as the TPU hand grip or as high as the shaft mid-point. The hydroformed shaft extends through the grip for maximum rigidity and a responsive feel and as before the Viper still has a clip-able spike so it can be clipped with the Spinner Leash amongst other things. The Black Diamond Viper provides good all-round performance for ice and alpine climber.

The Black Diamond Ultralight Ice Screw is the lightest ice screw in the world. 45% lighter than Black Diamond Express Screws make these guys ideal for fast and light Alpinism and ski mountaineering or for those that need to carry large racks of screws for top end winter climbing. Ultralight screws feature an aluminium body with steel tip to shave weight and retain a keen cutting tip. The innovative wire-gate Express handle folds out and has two different clip-in positions with color-coding to help differentiate length.

The Black Diamond Slinger Leash is a lightweight and elasticated single leash to tether your ice axe to your harness and keep it secure. Now with an aluminium locking carabiner for added security over the older steel snap-gate for clipping to your axe's head or spike, and polyester webbing which absorbs less water than the original nylon.

The Boreal Arwa is constructed out of modern synthetic materials, providing a super lightweight boot. Insulated by a full internal single layer of Thinsulate® lining - even on the sole to provide a real warmth even in the toughest conditions. The boot is suitable for all sorts of mountaineering from 4000m peaks, Scottish winter routes, alpinism and mixed and ice routes.

The Blue Ice Bluebird Ice Axe is primarily a classic lightweight ice tool that will be ideal for mountaineering, alpinism, expeditions and ski mountaineering / touring and secondly the Bluebird Ice Axe is a thing of true beauty.

The Boreal G1 Lite is a very warm and very light (2290g size 7)double boot with both an insulated linner and shell. This boot is capable of 6000m peaks and low 7000m peak such as Island peak, Mera Peak and Acongagua.

The Boreal G1 Expe is designed for work on the highest mountains of the world. These high altitude boots are very warm and very durable but due to their construction are also very light and easy to climb in. This triple layer boot consists of a removable inner bootie, a mid layer shell and an integrated outer gaiter.

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 Laces Mountain (Flat) are flat nylon laces, available in 200cm and 180cm long, suitable for B2 and b3 boots.

The Crux AK47 RT is a super-tough rucksack that utilises a Kevlar-based fabric construction whilst weighing in at just under 1.2kg. This means it's it's built to withstand the knocks and scrapes of demanding climbs, but it won't slow you down. Hence the Crux 3G AK47 RT is a must have pack for the discerning Alpinist.

The Crux 3G AK37 RT is an incredibly tough, yet lightweight rucksack made from a 40% Kevlar® and 60% Cordura® composition with a minimalist waterproof design. So you don't need an extra waterproof bag liner which adds weight and annoyance. With very few seams and composed with 40% Kevlar, this pack is likely to last you for ages and will thrive where most normal rucksacks will perish.

The AK70 is a large expedition pack suitable for climbs in the Greater Ranges. It can manage a heavy payload of 28–35 kgs in tolerable comfort, but still remains light enough to be used for a summit push. Its large volume is ideal for stuffing bulky, frozen gear into. As well as being remarkably light for such a capacious pack, the AK70 is substantial enough to impart a feeling of solidity and security.

The Crux 3G AK57 RT takes the classic AK57 and gives it a fully waterproof body using welded seams, Kevlar fabric and a roll-top closure. The extendable floating lid allows an extra 5 litres space to put ropes etc when quick access may be necessary or your kit is frozen stiff and won't go back in your pack.

The Crux 3G AK47-X RT has most of the same great features as the Crux 3G AK47 RT, but with an added floating removable lid and a roll top closure under the hood. Perfect for when you have to huff in huge loads to a camp and then need to strip the sack back down to minimise weight - or when you want to ditch the lid but still have a waterproof rucksack without need for a liner.

The DMM Apex is an ice tool with a new and modern design that make it perfect for ice and winter climbing in anywhere from Norway to Scotland. The shaft features an extreme curve, which provides good hand clearance in ice bulges and allows for a technical pick angle. The grip is insulated and ergonomically shaped for maximum comfort and control. All of its components are T-rated and subsequently suitable for belay anchoring.