Sports Gadget Reviews

Specialized Stumpjumper FSR 2010

£1800 Jan 2010

4 out of 5 stars

The Stumpjumper is the world's best-known mountain bike. But can it finally get its brainy rear shock right?

  • Exposure lights

    5 out of 5 stars

    from £100Oct 2009

    Can the high light output of these LED wonders justify their cost?

  • Shimano Dura-Ace Di2

    3 out of 5 stars

    £2934Jul 2009

    The Dura-Ace Di2 brings nifty electronic gear shifting. It's fast, it's accurate, but by heck it's pricey

  • Eurohike Flash Mach III Blackout

    4 out of 5 stars

    £80May 2009

    This spacious three-person pop-up tent has a blackout lining to block out sunlight. You know, in case Helios comes to your festival...

  • SteriPEN Traveler

    5 out of 5 stars

    £90Apr 2009

    Clean drinking water can be hard to find in the back of beyond, but the SteriPen can zap nasty bugs with its special power – UV light

  • Leatherman Skeletool CX

    4 out of 5 stars

    £80Apr 2009

    This multi-tool wouldn’t look out of place on Batman’s utility belt – and if the Dark Knight hasn’t got one already, he should

  • Lippi Selk Bag

    5 out of 5 stars

    £from 90Apr 2009

    The Selk Bag is a cross between a baby-grow and a sleeping bag for roasty-toasty, free-range camping

  • Sea to Summit Pocket Shower

    5 out of 5 stars

    £15Apr 2009

    Keeping yourself in hygienic nick when camping isn’t easy – unless you pack this simple, compact solution to camping cleanliness...

  • MSR Hubba HP Tent

    5 out of 5 stars

    £320Apr 2009

    MSR’s two-man tent uses a clever poling system to give you extra headroom, and is hardy enough to survive pesky cloudbursts

  • Freeplay Wind Up Mini Lantern

    5 out of 5 stars

    £35Apr 2009

    Battery-powered torches can run out of juice when you need them most, but this wind-up job will never leave you in the dark

  • Signal OG

    5 out of 5 stars

    £308Jan 2009

    The OG is a stunningly lightweight, hand-painted board that promises to perform beyond its low price tag...

  • Ortovox S1 Avalanche Transceiver

    5 out of 5 stars

    £299Jan 2009

    If you’ve been caught in an avalanche, a transceiver is always handy – and the Ortovox is the best on the market

  • Scott Crusade Skis

    5 out of 5 stars

    £380Jan 2009

    Some skis prefer the safety of the piste, others enjoy the deep powder. But the Crusades perform in both...

  • Black Diamond Avalung Outlaw

    4 out of 5 stars

    £140Jan 2009

    Black Diamond’s emergency breathing aid for surviving an avalanche has now been tucked into a well-designed backpack

  • Salomon Custom Shell Falcon CS Pro Ski Boot

    5 out of 5 stars

    £320Jan 2009

    Thanks to custom shells, Salomon’s Falcons could well be the most comfortable ski boots you’ve ever worn...