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Winter Mountaineering Gear

Everything I wear and carry for winter mountaineering, and some recommendations if you’re looking to invest in your own winter gear!

GearAthena MellorMarch 1, 2019winter, mountaineering, gear, kit, gear review Comments

Review: Rab Microlight Alpine Jacket

A review of Rab’s newly designed Microlight Alpine Jacket, perfect for wearing in the hills and around town.

GearAthena MellorOctober 24, 2018gear, review, rab, down, down jacket, kit Comment

My Alpine Essentials

A few of my favourite pieces of gear I took on my first mountaineering and climbing trip to the Alps; from Fjallraven leggings to a lightweight Patagonia jacket.

Gear, ClimbingAthena MellorSeptember 22, 2018alps, gear, kit, mountaineering, mountains, alpine, alpinism, climbing, rab, patagonia, fjallraven, bivi Comment

The Annapurna Series | Packing List

A full packing list for what I'm taking on the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal. Including some amazing gear by Rab and all the essentials from Ellis Brigham.

Gear, Travel, HikingAthena MellorFebruary 20, 2018nepal, packing, gear, mountains, sleeping bag, down jacket, kit, outdoors Comments

January Gear List

My favourite pieces of gear for January 2018; from some comfy, lightweight trainers to a Merino base layer I adore.

GearAthena MellorJanuary 30, 2018gear, wool, kit, clothes, fashion, outdoorsComment

December Gear List

My favourite pieces of gear for December 2017.

GearAthena MellorJanuary 1, 2018gear, kit, patagonia, columbia, rab, rmblr, socks, coats, danner, boots, hiking boots, scotland Comment

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