I've only got the Gilet and haven't tried it in testing conditions but.... It feels like its decent quality, packs into its own pocket and is cut well. Certainly better than a Peter Storm one for similar money I've got. I got it mainly as it squashes into a small camelback easily.

From the bargains thread, also another kink in there aimed at people considering glaciers....

http://cleaningspot.co.uk/acatalog/Gloves.html#aGLOV

One of the cheap Karrimor LT Down jackets in large. Seems just fine. Thought it was heavy but weighed it (WTF :roll:) and it was (only) 310g including supplied stuff sack. The Karrimor is much more in the weight / style of Uniqlo stuff. Ah glad to hear it. I've just ordered a snot green one, I've g...

Hi guys!

First post on here, really like the sound of this and I think I've bullied, er, I mean persuaded a mate to Join me.

Now to go looking for some essential new kit......