Berghaus Blues

Advantages: very comfortable, all day 3-4 season boot, all terrain, fully laden
Disadvantages: initial outlay is large but they will last for years. no half sizes

...Today I?ll be talking about Berghaus GR20 GTX hiking boots in detail. Like a lot of hikers I do have more than one pair of suitable footwear; which range from a pair of Merrell trail sandals to the high ankle Berghaus GR20?s. It is important to wear appropriate footwear and this can vary from hike to hike as there are many variables such as weather, terrain, hike length and pack load. The Berghaus GR20 GTX boots ≈?≈?≈?≈?≈?≈?≈?≈?≈?≈?≈?≈?≈?≈?≈?≈?≈?≈ The Berghaus GR20 GTX boots are particularly suitable for wet, muddy terrain, especially where there may be plenty of undergrowth. They are suitable for any length hike although for a short one I might go for a lighter boot but they are a very comfy boot to wear all day...

Miskah 14.07.2007 · Read review
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Berghaus CyclopsII Vulcan

Advantages: Massive capacity, good support, versitile
Disadvantages: Lack of hydration bladder

...The Berghaus Cyclops Vulcan is one of the largest rucksacks that you can buy, storing up to 100 litres and weighing 3kg, it is thus not suitable for a day hike. However, if you are reading this review, it is likely you are looking for a beasty rucksack, if so, then it's your lucky day. Designed for long-endurance and a lack of re-supply, the Vulcan is capable of holding everything needed for months without resupply. Those seeking a daysack should stop reading now, because the bag is impractical if half-full! It also allows for extensive modification, though serious modding would void the warranty. The Vulcan uses Berghaus' tried and tested Cyclops II back support system. While lacking Berghaus' 'bio flex' back system (allowing greatly flexibility), the Vulcan's support is decent, offering good back and shoulder support. This...

richardelliott1983 06.01.2009 · Read review
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Berghaus Munro

Advantages: Super tough, military specification daysack with internal frame
Disadvantages: Not a lot of pockets!

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EnigmaticBlonde 15.04.2003 · Read review
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Winter warm hat

Advantages: keeps my head and ears warm
Disadvantages: none

...I have a black fleece hat to keep my head and ears warm in this winter weather. It is a Power stretch Berghaus hat. I bought it from Millets . pm line you can buy ot for £10.79 from http://www.outdoorkit.co.uk I wore this hat in the winter on the school playground it was great kept my head and ears warm. I shall wear this hat when I go for walks in the hills when it is cold; It will help keep me cozy. This hat is made of Polartec® Power Stretch® fabric, which is extremely low bulk but has great thermal properties so it takes up little room in my pocket or back pack and does not make my head look massive. This is a stretch fabric and will fit larger heads than mine, some ladies may find it a little large but it fits my head ok, don?t think I have an especially big head. There is room to have a small turn up brim on this hat if...

mumsymary 16.06.2009 · Read review
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Review of Berghaus Spectrum Hat

Thailand Here I Come....

Advantages: Comfortable to carry even when it it full & heat resistant...
Disadvantages: Nothing to report as of yet

...INTRODUCTION As many of you maybe aware I am currently saving for my six week trip to Thailand in November, I have been before but this time me and my husband are planning to travel around instead of opting for one area in particular. This time around we are planning to take back packs instead of lugging around massive suitcases, I am still not sure if I can actually go six weeks with all of my possessions in a backpack but I am going to humor my husband and try to get everything into one bag as it will be much easier to travel around with. We have recently purchased two Berghaus Freeflow backpacks for the trip. Upon my first impressions they were very small and there was no way I could put everything I needed into this one bag, but after further inspection I have found it to be rather spacious. THE BACKPACK The Berghaus...

mythdata 03.04.2009 · Read review
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Review of Berghaus Cyclops Atlas

Keep dry, whatever the weather

Advantages: Lightweight, waterproof, looks great
Disadvantages: Not Cheap

...The Cornice IA is a waterproof coat manufactured by the Berghaus company. Berghaus have a background in manufacturing clothes and equipment for walkers, hikers and campers, which is why this particular coat is grouped under "sporting goods". The Cornice is man's design - the equivalent woman's style is branded as a Glissade. The jacket is made from a Gore-Tex material. This is clever material that is manufactured under licence from WL Gore Ltd. The material is a high-tech way of being waterproof. The material is three-layered: the middle one is made with tiny holes. These are too big to let water droplets through [therefore waterproof], but are large enough to let water vapour through. This mean that perspiration will pass out through the coat, preventing any build up of condensation. This mean that you end up with a totally...

HuwBach 11.11.2008 · Read review
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Review of Berghaus Men's Cornice Waterproof Jacket

Excellent lightweight rain jacket

Advantages: Lightweight, waterproof and windproof, easily adjustable, big pockets, stuffs down really small
Disadvantages: Some people find they overheat in it after moderate exertion.

...Berghaus have been one of the most popular outdoor brands for as many years as I can remember, yet the company seems to provide kit that seems as functional on the High Street as well as up in the high country. Take their Men's Paclite Trek Jacket, for instance - ostensibly a lightweight, waterproof mountain walking jacket but which both looks and acts the part down the local shops. The Paclite Trek is available in two colours: Mazzarine Blue and Black - both have large black panels across the top of the back and shoulders, plus along the bottom quarter length. Said panels are made from an abrasion-resistant material - you're more likely to wear the shoulders a bit because of rucksack or daysack straps. Logos are confined to the usual Berghaus label on the left-hand breast and a single "Gore-Tex Paclite Shell" logo on the right hand...

graeme10 26.01.2009 · Read review
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Solid backpack for the intrepid explorer

Advantages: High Volume and Superb stability with heavy loads
Disadvantages: Military image - olive green

...You don't see the Vulcan around much these days but I had one and it was a rock steady backpack. Manufactured by Berghaus for the serious mountaineer but affectionately used by the military and forces due to its high volume and stability when loaded to the maximum. Features 100litre volume with two detatchable side pockets (very useful for expeditioners who have trekked to a base camp and then require a day pack for day walks etc) - the pack comes with straps to turn the side pockets into a small backpack. A feature copied by many other manufacturers. Internal frame that can be moulded to your back. High density foam in the right areas to prevent chaffing and rubbing (eg hips, shoulders and lower back - good lumbar support) My one had a divider between the main sac - not sure that this was common but very useful to keep dirty...

Teach2301 02.10.2006 · Read review
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Review of Berghaus Cyclops Vulcan

A quality pack for a rough user.

Advantages: Well built, Good load transfer, Non sweat back system
Disadvantages: Heavy, looks slightly odd, Occipital cavity doesnt work, front pocket opening too small.

...The Cyclops III is the update to the legendary if not popular cyclops series of rucksacks. Whereas most manufacturers offer packs with an ajustable back system the Cyclops series take a differant approach. Instead of buying the pack and ajusting it you by it in back sizes - size 1 and 2 for the ladies and sizes 2, 3 and 4 for the lads. Of course berghaus arent unique in using this method of sizing, a number of firms use it but the vast majorty of packs are adjustable/ So whats on the pack? Well there have been some tweeks since i bought mine in 2002. Starting from the bottom up theres a hib belt with what berghaus describe as "grabber" fins, what this means that the hip belts uses a mix of firm and softer foams on a precurved plate so it wraps around the wearers hips. In anycase the cyclops has a reputations as being a good...

leddy 02.06.2004 (16.06.2004) · Read review
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Review of Berghaus Cyclops 3

Not for the faint hearted

Advantages: can store food and supplies for months at a time in the wilderness
Disadvantages: far too big for hiking on a small scale

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winedrives08 07.01.2009 · Read review
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