The first thing you notice about these incredible boots, apart from how drop dead gorgeous they are, is how amazingly light they are for a fully technical B3 rated boot. The original Nepal boots were incredibly robust & long lasting, but weighed a ton, the new Nepal Cube GTX carries on the tradition of durability & reliability but at a fraction of the weight. They are made using fully insulated high quality Idro-Perwanger leather. This is a premium silicone impregnated 3.2mm rough-out leather made by Perwanger Leather of Italy. Perwanger has been making leather in the Southern Tyrol region of Italy since 1780 & tans their Idro-Perwanger hides with a special process to make them extremely water repellent while still retaining maximum breathability. This leather is the most durable available & is made from the corium, the strongest part of the leather. This high quality & incredibly robust leather is then backed by a fully insulated Gore-Tex membrane to provide the warmth needed on high altitude expeditions & the complete waterproofing needed when ploughing through wet snow. When you slip your feet into these beauties you instantly feel secured & cosseted by the internal heel & ankle padding, giving you the confidence that any suggestion of heel slip, which can be a problem with B3 boots, will be eliminated. Full ankle articulation is provided by the innovative 3D Flex System at the ankle which makes long walk-ins possible & makes these incredible boots comfortable enough for general mountaineering, despite their B3 rating. Further comfort is achieved by the EZ-OUT variable adjustable tongue; mesh covered foam is adjustable to fit & also acts as a pump to draw moisture out of the boot. The lower part of the uppers are protected from scrapes & abrasion by an air injected rubber r&, this process reduces weight & allows for a very precise & custom application; which is why these boots look so damn good. The toe area, which gets the most abuse, has a tougher material overlay. Underfoot there is a Carbon Tech honeycomb midsole which provides the strength & stability for the boot & also insulates without adding unnecessary weight. A 4mm layer of EVA foam enhances this insulation & adds shock absorbency & cushioning. To enable a secure & safe crampon attachment a 2mm Polyurethane layer runs through the midsole enabling all types of crampons to be attached. Finally a replaceable Vibram sole with aggressive lugs & La Sportivas brilliant Impact Brake System (IBS) provides grip & security on all terrain. IBS is a unique technology in outsole design where the lugs of the soles are oriented in opposing slanted directions. This opposition increases braking power & decreases impact forces by an average of 20%. ...

The Spantik is a much more comfortable alternative to technical plastic mountaineering boots & is just as capable. La Sportiva have created a very warm yet technically capable boot by using a double soft boot construction that has the comfort of summer boots with the full technical climbing attributes of stiff & heavier plastic boots. This ingenious construction reduces weight & really speeds up drying time which is crucial if you are on a multi day route. The outer boot, whilst being hugely supportive & protective also allows flexibility for long walk-ins & has a unique overlap opening that makes getting the inner boot in place much easier. The outer is made from a fusion of synthetic materials that do not absorb water, dry quickly & features a moulded TPU ankle spoiler that enhances the support & stability required for technical routes or even skiing. The boffins at La Sportiva have designed a quick & easy way to lace the boots, a single lace is locked into place using an ingenious mechanism that eliminates knots & can be easily secured whilst wearing heavy gloves or mitts. The inner boot itself is a work of art, they are very different to the usual shapeless foam efforts often found in hard shell boots with well placed padding & supportive fabric overlays around the instep & ankle. Like the outer boots they use a speed lacing system secured by a Velcro tab. This system is quick & easy to use & holds the lace tension securely. The inner can also be heated to achieve a true custom fit, just follow the instructions carefully! Whilst the inner & outer boots provide excellent insulation the majority of the cold is felt through the sole, as thats the bit thats in contact with the ground. Traditionally boots overcame this problem by making the soles dense reducing climbing sensitivity & increasing weight. The Spantik however uses a unique 5mm thermal structure carbon fibre midsole to provide strength & support without sacrificing feel & sensitivity. Shock absorbency & further insulation is provided by a micropore EVA midsole with TPU inserts to provide the support for crampon bindings. The outer sole is the aggressive Vibram Montagna which has a rolling rocker for easier walking, deep lugs for loose ground & a dedicated climbing zone for...climbing! Overall the Spantik is the perfect expedition, winter Alpine & technical climbing boot that will protect you from extreme cold in the most inhospitable places on Earth. ...

The Swing is anatomically correct so that when you walk it doesnt make the normal flip-flop noise that you normally get with other sandals.   The footbed is made from naturally soft & comfortable Nubuk leather with a dual density EVA foam midsole to absorb shock & provide comfort.   The strap is a soft slightly stretchy fabric that hugs your arch & stops the Swing sliding off.   Grip & control is provided by the Fri Xion XF sole unit, made using the same sticky climbing shoe rubber with a studded pattern, it is super grippy! A brilliant example of a simple product! ...

The Trango Alp GTX is perhaps the best all round trekking, mountaineering & technical scrambling boot available.   Intended for multi-use in all terrains the Trango Alp GTX is versatile enough to accept a semi-automatic crampon for winter duties & comfortable enough for long high level treks such as the Haute Route or a GR route. The uppers are a mix of leather & synthetic materials for the best durability, breathability & comfort.   The Vibram sole features the impact brake system where the lugs of the sole are oriented in opposing slanted directions to increase braking forces by 20% & decrease impact forces by 20%, this really makes a difference when descending to reduce fatigue & impact.   With a slightly higher ankle than most other boots of this type the Trango offers superb support yet allows mobility in all directions thanks to the 3D multidirectional flex system. Fully Gore-Tex lined for complete waterproofing & breathability these boots are suitable for all year round activities where you can expect extremes of weather. ...

The Leatherman Blast is a traditional workhorse from the legendary American manufacturer. Classic box construction with moulded hand grips to make use more comfortable.   New designs for the handles & pliers help the Blast sustain more than double the squeezing load of the original PST. With the Blast, even small hands can get themselves around the biggest jobs comfortably.

Features: Needlenose pliers Wire cutters 420 HC knife Wood/metal file Saw Scissors Medium screwdriver Small screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Small bit driver Ruler (8inch/19cm) Bottle opener Wire stripper Lanyard ring 100% Stainless steel body Zytel contoured handle grips All locking blades Pull motion saw Weight: 196g Closed length: 101mm

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The Leatherman Charge TTi features full stainless steel body with Premium Titanium handle scales to reduce weight, increase comfort & make this fantastic multi-tool uber gorgeous.  This stunning multi-tool has all the features you are probably ever going to need.  Housed in the lightweight titanium handles for quick access are a 420HC serrated knife with cutting hook, a S30V stainless steel clip point knife, diamond file for detailed work & a tough effective saw. The other tools are housed in the main body & are accessed by unfolding the tool, all tools are listed below. Tools: 420HC Serrated Knife with Cutting Hook 8 in/19 cm Ruler Bottle Opener Can Opener Diamond-coated file Hard-wire Cutters INCLUDED BITS: Phillips & Flat Tip Eyeglasses Screwdriver Bit, Hex 5/32, Hex 1/16 &. 050, Square Drive 2 & 3, Screwdriver 1/8 & Torx 15, Philips 1-2 & Screwdriver 3/16 Large Bit Driver Large Screwdriver Needlenose Pliers Regular Pliers S30V Stainless Steel Clip Point Knife Saw Scissors Small Bit Driver Wire Crimper Wire Cutters Wire Stripper Wood/ Metal file

Features: 25-year Warranty All Locking Blades & Tools Fixed Lanyard Ring Nylon Sheath Outside-accessible Blades for One-handed Opening Quick-release Lanyard Ring Removable Pocket Clip Stainless Steel Body Stainless Steel with Premium Titanium Handle Scales  

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This is a tough nylon MOLLE sheath with a snap closure webbing strap on the back & a Velcro closure on the front.  This pouch is designed to work with military MOLLE personal equipment. This tactical pouch will fit the following Leatherman multi-tools: Rebar Blast Wave Surge OHT ...

This is a tough nylon MOLLE sheath with a snap closure webbing strap on the back & a Velcro closure on the front.  This pouch is designed to work with military MOLLE personal equipment & has a pouch for the MUT accessory wrench. This tactical pouch will fit the following Leatherman multi-tools: LT360 MUT MUT EOD Super Tool 300 Super Tool 300 EOD Original Surge Surge ...

Featuring all the specialist tools required for cleaning rods, adjusting sights & scope work in the most commonly used sizes.  The MUT is supplied with a tough nylon MOLLE sheath & scope adjustment wrench.  The knife, saw, firearm disassembly punch, cleaning rod adaptor & replaceable bronze carbon scraper are all easily accessed (single handed) from within handles when the MUT is folded.  The rest of the tools are accessed by unfolding this impressive multi-tool, the full list is shown below. Tools: 420HC Stainless Steel Clip Point Combo Straight/ Serrated Knife Needlenose Pliers Regular Pliers 154CM Replaceable Wire Cutters 154CM Replaceable Hard-wire Cutters Stranded Wire Cutters Saw Hammer Replaceable Cutting Hook Bolt Override Tool Replaceable Firearm Disassembly Punch Replaceable Carbon Scraper Cleaning Rod/ Brush Adapters Karabiner Clip Bottle Opener Large Bit Driver Electrical Crimper INCLUDED BITS: Phillips 1-2 & 3/16, Phillips 2 & 1/4 Screwdriver, Torx 15 & Hex 7/64

Features: 1/2 & 3/8 Wrench Accessory 25-Year Warranty All Locking Blades & Tools Black Oxide Version Available Bronze Carbon Scraper & Titanium Pocket Clip MOLLE Sheath Outside-accessible Blades for One-handed Opening Removable Pocket Clip Stainless Steel Body Stainless Steel Handles  

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The pliers are spring loaded for comfort during extended use & feature replaceable wire cutters. The sides of the OHT feature visual imprints of the tools contained to make identification quick & easy. The OHT has an integrated lanyard attachment & comes with a MOLLE sheath.   The OHT is a brilliant & beautifully made work horse of a multi tool with a 25 year guarantee. Tools: Spring action needle nose pliers Spring action regular pliers Spring action 154CM replaceable wire cutters Spring action 154CM replaceable hard wire cutters 420HC knife 420HC Serrated knife Phillips screwdriver Small screwdriver Medium screwdriver Large screwdriver Saw Strap cutter Can opener Bottle opener Oxygen tank wrench Threaded for an 8-32 cleaning rod attachment ...