The Ordos 2 Under Review

The Ordos 2 Under Review

By Talyn Williams

The Ordos 2 tent provides refuge on the go, keeping you snug as the wind whips through camp. Sleep tight knowing you’re protected from nature’s wilder whims.

From a comfort perspective, the internal volume is hard to beat given the astonishingly low weight.

Read the review

Men's Base Layers and Running Tops

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Koulin Trail Long Sleeve [Mens]

Wicking and fast-drying 100% recycled technical tee with Polygiene®
£25.99 £31.49

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Koulin Trail Long Sleeve Zip [Mens]

Wicking and fast-drying long-sleeved zip neck base layer with Polygiene®
£29.99 £36.99

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Vayper Long Sleeve [Mens]

Ultralight, silk-feel from 100% recycled fabrics and Polygeine®
£33.99 £41.99

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Vayper Short Sleeve [Mens]

Ultralight, silk-feel from 100% recycled fabrics and Polygeine®
£29.99 £36.99

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Koulin Trail Tee [Mens]

Wicking and fast-drying classic technical tee with Polygiene®
£21.99 £26.99

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Koulin Trail Vest [Mens]

Wicking and fast-drying trail running vest with Polygiene®
£19.99 £23.99

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Picu Long Sleeve [Mens]

Soft, triple blend drirelease® long sleeve with high wicking and fast drying performance
£33.99 £41.99

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Picu Tee [Mens]

Soft, triple blend drirelease® tee with high wicking and fast drying performance
£31.99 £36.99

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Aztec Long Sleeve [Mens]

Ultra-lightweight, corespun merino long sleeve base layer
£43.99 £54.99

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Aztec Short Sleeve [Mens] Aztec Short Sleeve [Mens]

Aztec Short Sleeve [Mens]

Ultra-lightweight, short sleeve corespun merino base layer
£39.99 £49.99

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Kepler Long Sleeve [Mens]

Premium 160 gsm ultrafine merino long sleeve base layer
£51.99 £64.99
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Kepler Zip Top [Mens]

Naturally anti-microbial superfine merino long-sleeved base layer
£74.99

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