Hartland Versatile

Advantages: Light weight, power, spin, control, great price for what you get.
Disadvantages: None.

...I bought this racket around 2 years ago now and i am still using now. I found it gave me much better control of the ball when playing, espeically when playing the volley. The best feature of this racket i found has been the weight. Its incredibley light weight meaning a faster racket head speed and incresed power. The strings allow you to get good grip and good spin on the ball making the racket versatile and suitable for all surfaces and players. The grip that the racket came with was very comfortable and very grippy, being a great aid with sweaty hands. I bought this racket for around £60 and was more than worth the money as i have been very happy and will continue to use the racket for the forseeable future. Recommended to all!... Read review

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Advantages: easy way to get out on the water, 2nd hand can be picked up cheaply
Disadvantages: not really a performance boat

...expenditure. In addition because they are so versatile they really can hold their price. As with anything you need to pay the right price for the right age of boat but i reckon I have 'lost' about £75 on the value of mine in about 8 years--not bad really! Having said that it is not really a performance boat and that a starter may later wish to progress onto more performance boats, the topper does have its own great racing circuit for juniors. The fact that the boat is used by so many sailing schools and holiday venues really does show how versatile and useful these little boats are. Other boats have come along in recent years as competitiors to the topper and maybe for some people they are more appropriate, realistically though I can't see the topper being beaten for value for money (certainly on second hand) and versatility. Advantages... Read review

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Advantages: Very stable even when 1/2 full thanks to frame sheet, ventilating back, padded shoulder straps and hip belt
Disadvantages: The lid pocket's on the small side, heavy for a daysack, small for a weekand sack

...This is Lowe's best-selling backpack for hikers who are dependant comfort, reliability and stability; well that's what they say on their website. I would have to agree, this day pack was fantastic when used in the Peak District for a day pack. The packs construction is very durable and versatile. I found that the design was exceptional, it makes use of 'Pure Air Zone back' which suspends the load away from your body, giving ventilated comfort while maintaining stability. This allowed sweat to be wicked airway, rather than stay on your back. However, this is because it uses a internal frame, which does make it a little heavy for a pack. Nevertheless, the shoulder and hip padding and back system make it very comfortable. The main sack does appear to be rather small, but does allow all the required equipment and clothing to be stored... Read review

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