Mo

I manage the day to day mundane stuff, like processing orders and answering the phone, but I do get let out of the office every so often, for sales meetings and tradeshows, which takes me to some interesting places. However, being so near to the Peak District there is ample opportunity for evening climbing sorties in the summer, and I do get out at weekends and wednesdays (which is my day off).

Climbing, and primarily bouldering, are my main activities outside of work, however I seem to spend more time downhill mountain biking these days. I keep thinking of dusting down all my trad gear, but never seem to get round to doing it, although I have re-vamped the board at home.

Favourite Arc'teryx products:

• Gamma MX Hoody, Copper, I use this all the time, great for round town as well as at the crag.
• Stealth Jacket, Black. Not a popular piece amongst the UK dealers due to its radical departure from everything Arc'teryx. However, I find it comfortable to wear, and a great alternative to 'traditional' outdoor garments. It may replace my Gamma as my favourite about town jacket.
• Fugitive hoody, Green Bean, worn on dry days like a sweater, wind resistant and comfortable.
• Ether Comp Jersey, assorted colours, ideal top for riding. I have yet to tear the enduroflex despite falling off all the time.
• Ether tees, assorted colours, very comfortable on hot days.

Favourite 5.10 products:

• Sam Hills, for riding, they just stick to the pedals. There is no better flat pedal shoe out there.
• Insights, I have a skinny foot so wear the womens. I wear these as my approach shoes, and also round the office.
• Old style V10's, without the rubber over the toe. I did "Thriller" in these, ideal for small holds on steep walls. I am still waiting for a shoe that performs as well as these.