THE WINNERS of the annual Novel Awards, as judged by a panel of industry experts, have been revealed. Revealed at the Outdoor Trade Show, those scooping gongs in the eight categories had their products displayed during the show on a linking area between the halls. Those winning products were:
PRODUCT OF THE YEAR: Fjällräven Akka View (Rosker)
Bern introduces ‘all season’ helmet extras
By Mark Sutton
HELMET AND protective gear manufacturer Bern has introduced some add-on accessories to its catalogue, best suited for those with a dislike of the cold, or snowsports enthusiasts. Various winter linings are now stocked
by Ultra Sport Europe, the UK distributor and retail from £25 in a range of styles including grey, plaid or black. Ultra Sport Europe: 01332 813 150
Youth dislike camping because of ‘lack of TV’
By Mark Sutton
A SURVEY by energy firm E:ON has found that, while adults continue to enjoy camping, the youth are falling out of love with it, much thanks to an addiction to the digital age. Poor mobile reception and lack of TV were frequently cited by teens as a reason
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why they’d not go camping. Almost half said they’d enjoy long periods outdoors more if they could charge their gadgets.