Publication Date: 05 September 2024
The P600 Files, part 2
This issue Amanda and Chris head to Assynt where they enjoy some of the best views in all the Highlands, and the Lake District where they battle the weather
Cover feature: Cosmiques Arete
British Mountain Guide Polly Harmer describes the appeal of one of the most famous ridges in Chamonix, and what skills and preparation you need to attempt it
Q&A: Fay Manners
We talk to The North Face athlete about ‘living the dream’ of being a full-time mountaineer and skier, and how she got to be in this enviable position
Reader Report: Walkers’ Haute Route
Trek & Mountain reader Keith Wilson recounts a challenging trek along one of Europe’s most famous long distance routes
SKILLS & ADVICE
Knowledge: What is Prominence?
Alun Richardson discusses what makes a hill a mountain, and what part prominence plays in that
Training Days: Roped Scrambling
We chat to instructor Becky Coles and T&M readers Lorna and Cara about their recent day out in Snowdonia
Masterclass: Alpine Progression, part 2
Mountain guide Will Harris completes his short series on preparing for your first trip to the Alps
GEAR REVIEWS
First Look: La Sportiva Aequilibrium Hike GTX
We test the softer, walking version of La Sportiva’s Aequilibrium boot
Group Test: Boil-in-a-bag meals
Eight brands on test in our shoot-out of expedition foods
Montane Khamsin
Hooded softshell jacket
Alpkit Roundhouse
Spacious organic cotton bell tent
Rab Torque Winter Pants
Cold weather softshell trousers
The North Face Stormgap Powergrid Hooded Jacket
Breathable midlayer with hood