Highly Commended
David Lintern
One Wild Night
From sowing to sewing, we wanted
to know that the choices we were
making, and recommending others
should make, were the best possible
for all involved.
These days, when we’re
reviewing kit, we’re not afraid
to ask brands about the ethics of
their products; to challenge their
claims and demand clear, accurate
information that customers can
easily find. We’ve introduced ‘ethical
choice’ awards so people reading our
reviews know which brands are doing
well and which brands should be
doing better.
In writing our Green Light
feature for Runner’s World magazine
we wanted to combine some hard-
hitting facts, interesting and
informative details and useful,
practical advice on how to buy well
and look after kit so it performs at its best for as long
as possible. We wanted to highlight some of the brands
we felt were shining examples of great corporate
responsibility, alongside those that still have a way
to go. We also wanted to encourage runners to look
beyond cheap kit for its real cost to people and planet,
and consider whether it’s still good value, particularly
if it doesn’t perform or last as well as a slightly more
expensive alternative. We really believe that it’s only
through knowing what is involved in the production of
our kit that we can all make properly informed buying
choices. And it’s through these choices that we can
change the world of outdoor gear for the better.
WHAT THE JUDGES SAID...
Readable, thorough - highlights importance
of the subject, gives political economic
background, and loads of practical advice. Loads
of useful boxes highlighting stuff you want to
know. The article was illustrated with great
useful images.
Judges Carlton Reid (founder of On Your Bike
magazine/former OWPG member) and Elizabeth
Multon (Commissioning Editor of Adlard Coles
Nautical, Bloomsbury Publishing)
The Technical Feature Award is sponsored
by Cicerone, a specialist publisher of walking,
trekking, mountaineering and cycling guidebooks.
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