GERBER EVO TOOL
The manufacturer has developed a Multi Tool with the following features:
Aluminum handles – extremely lightweight.
Designed to reduce the hand fatigue during extended use.
Safety locking design precisely matches the suspension
elements.
14-in-1 function meets all you needs.
Pliers heads are design featuring a spring action
This is a multi tool that combines rugged toughness with finesse, so it can suit your daily needs. The components open independently. You can use it for almost every situation: in construction, keep it in you glove box,
when travelling, at home or outdoor.
You will find the same number of tools offered for a cheaper price, but this one will last longer and you can be
sure that it will actually get the job done. There is a lifetime warranty, and as it turns out, you rarely need it.
Great value for money.
Force Ten XPD Tent
Force Ten is a brand name synonymous with
quality expedition tents and the Force Ten
XPD carries on the tradition with aplomb. With
a pack size of just 56cm x 20cm diameter and
weighing in at 4.45kg this 3 man tent is a serious bit of gear.
The recommended pitch time is 12 minutes
and that seems a little long. Initially confused
about which poles went where, but once I had
worked it out (the instructions are not that
clear and could do with a diagram) I was able
to pitch the tent on my own in about 9 minutes.
re practice I’m sure I could have done it quicker still.
Once pitched, the Force Ten XPD is a self-supporting geodesic structure that needed only a few pegs and
ice screws to keep it securely positioned on the ground. The front porch has its own pole complementing the
immensely strong structure that will no doubt stand firm in many a storm.
Inside there is room to sleep three snugly or two with comfort. Being on my own this space was a luxury I can
recommend. For ventilation there are two meshed sections in the roof and both end ‘doors’ have a zipped
mesh flaps. Now whilst I did not need this in Antarctica I am sure that whilst out camping you can have both
‘doors’ open to create a through draught whilst still keeping the flies and mosquitoes at bay.
All around the inner walls are plenty of pockets for all your essentials and there are at least 10 Karabiner
Hanging Points for hanging a light, keys, setting up an internal guy rope system for even greater strength and
stability ... or simply drying your gear.
At either end is a spacious porch to stow all your gear and both porches have snow valances - unlike the main
body of the tent which does not have a snow valance.
Overall the build quality and finish are excellent.