We have been reviewing and testing the Yellowbrick 3 Tracking system on the Southern Patagonian Icecap recently. This is a remote and wild place and a good place to put the Yellowbrick and it’s satellite network through it’s paces. Here are our findings and observations. Our Particular Requirements Our previous experience on the Icecap in [...]
At last a simple lightweight harness that fits the basic needs of alpinists, mountaineers and ski tourers, the Black Diamond Couloir Harness. But how simple is it to get into? We decided to find out. Being more of a mountaineer and ski tourer than outright rock climber I have always been fascinated by simple lightweight [...]
Just how do you work out how many gas canisters you should take for a weeks high level trekking? After many mistakes over the years I think I’ve finally got it cracked! The last straw was on the Patagonian Icecap last November. Weight was critical and I severely overestimated our intended usage of gas for [...]
We have been fans of the Spot Messenger for many years. Now we eagerly look forward to the arrival of a new champion, a 2 way Satellite Communicator due for release in October, the Delorme inReach. We review the initial specifications. The Delorme inReach delves into somewhat uncharted territory. It is not a Sat Phone. [...]
What to take when trekking in the high Sierra Nevada this summer? The gear and equipment checklists below are what we, as mountain guides, would take and use for day and multi day high level (3000m+) treks. Links are given to manufacturers websites. Please note that these are personal preferences only and should be used [...]
Salomon, as an innovator in the world of the mountain for the winter brings the latest in footwear for mountain races. The new Salomon Cross Spike shoe has been developed and tested by runners in international events. You can buy both products and more at Deportes Nomadas of Durcal near Granada. . The Spikecross 3 [...]
Apr 052011
A review of Salomons new trail running range that is coming to southern Spain in the near future. “If you check the charts for the best trail shoes, you will surely find a lot of Salomon trail running shoes there”. A report by James Jackson. Deportes Nomadas in Durcal, near Granada, will be supplying the [...]
An exclusive glimpse at the new ski touring range from La Sportiva. including boots, skis skins and bindings, that will be stores and available for next winter 2011/1012. I have been using La Sportiva mountaineering boots now for the last 20 years. It comes as no surprise then that I am really looking forward to [...]
We tried out the new Inook Odyssey Snowshoes recently on some high forest trails above the Alpujarras in Spain’s Sierra Nevada mountains. But, how did they fare? We bought a pair of these to try out from our friend Guillermo of Deportes Nomadas in Durcal. Retail price is a reasonable €115. Stated use is for [...]
Jan 262011
If you are ever in need of mountain gear and equipment for that next visit into the Sierra Nevada, than the place to go and visit is Deportes Nomadas in Durcal. Guillermo, the owner has put much effort into bringing top brands into Spain. As well as the spanish Trangoworld and Inesca brands, he has [...]
