Archive for: Paul and Sarah Howcroft

Long Live Pocketry

Rohan Flashback, Rohan People & Places | February 15, 2009

Pockets have always been a major part of Rohan garment design. Long before Rohan Bags the value of pockets in very early Rohan garments became fundamental to the... Read the full story »

We're not sure about: Tents atmosphereA novel solution to this rather wet "drought", this isn't the most fetching garment, but is designed to be pegged to the ground to create an ad hoc shelter from the elements. The Audit is holding out for the luxury version with built-in cushion and drinks holder.

Preview: Rohan's new Canopy Cape The large cape provides head to toe protection against mud and rain, and also doubles up as a shelter.
Rohan's large cape is made from high quality 62 g/m polyamide – normally seen on the technical mountain tents – which has been saturated with waterproof silicone to provide a durable and total barrier to water.

6 of the best backpacks Every bloke needs a good looking rucksack in which to cart their life around.
Yes, manbags have their uses but they won't fit in your gym gear and your laptop.From ridiculously good Rohan to brilliant Burton, here David Frith runs down some of the best on the market.

Rohan Goes Retro With Canopy Cape Versatile waterproof cape uses moden materials and construction for versatile weather protection.

Rope recycling: volunteer needed for climbing recycling project The BMC is supporting a pilot project to see if there is a commercial model for recycling climbing ropes and other equipment like helmets and hardware. We're looking for volunteers interested in a career in sustainable business.

Army & Navy Stores up for sale after 93 years YORK’S Army & Navy Stores, which was founded in 1919, is up for sale as its owners retire.

The 100mph bike – designed in the bath and made from an old saucepan Graeme Obree, the Scottish cyclist, is building a bike on which he hopes to smash the world speed record and reach 100mph.

Ueli Steck to climb Everest without oxygen Switzerland’s Ueli Steck is one of the world’s greatest mountaineers. He is renowned for making record-breaking solo ascents of peaks in the Himalayas and the Alps.

Rohan Spring/Summer 2012 Lookbook British outdoors brand Rohan take to the rocks for their Spring/Summer 2012 lookbook...