Publication Date: 09 June 2022
ISSUE 110 – MAY/JUNE 2022
FEATURES
Book Extract: The Vanishing Ice
In an extract from his book, snow-patch hunter Iain Cameron describes a day out in the Cairngorms with comedian Ed Byrne
Cover Feature: Ultimate Scrambling Day in the Lakes
John Fleetwood describes his ultimate day out in the Lake District, linking six classic scrambles and climbs
Himalayan Odyssey
There are scores of unclimbed peaks in Ladakh in northwest India, and Keith Goffin describes an expedition he was part of to climb one of them
Tour of the Matterhorn
The classic trek that winds its way around the incomparable Matterhorn is one of the world’s best, says Mark Richardson
SKILLS & ADVICE
Knowledge: How to... Plan a scrambling day
Jon Jones of Glenmore Lodge advises on choosing a route and grade when scrambling
Masterclass: Movement skills for scramblers
Alun Richardson runs through some advanced climbing moves that’ll help you on harder scrambles
Expedition Medicine, Part 14: AMS Drugs
Dr Raj Joshi continues to discuss altitude-related issues with a look at the other drugs aside from Diamox commonly used for treating AMS
GEAR REVIEWS
First Look: Vango F10 Project Hydrogen
Billed as the world’s lightest double-skin tent at just 700g, we test out this cutting-edge tent
Group Test: Scrambling footwear
Whether you prefer shoes or boots, we choose some of the best current models on the market for scrambling in
Buyer’s Guide: Climbing rack
Will Harris has some pointers for anyone putting together, or adding to, their climbing rack
Exped Ultra 3R
Ultra-lightweight sleeping mat
Fjällräven Women’s Keb Trousers
Versatile and durable trekking pants
Alpkit Frejus
Organic cotton canvas ridge tent
PLUS! Win a Gregory Focal 48 backpack worth £180