And why a good pair can make your days out a whole lot easier...
The options we recommended for day-long adventures (plus our overall favourite)
The most durably rugged quartz and mechanical outdoor watches out there
We’ve been testing women’s walking and hiking shoes and these are the top picks including options from On, Salomon, Arc'teryx and more.
Here are our top picks of the best family tents, ideal for families and large groups
Walking shoes are an ideal choice for hiking when you want to feel lighter, more agile and cooler on the trail - here's our favourites...
We’ve tested a whole bunch of hiking backpacks for women over the years - here’s our top 10 favourites, chosen by our expert gear testers....
Our favourite hiking backpacks ranging from 30L weekenders to 65L whoppers...
Our test team's pick of the best quality waterproof jacket options out there in 2026
Hardshell and softshell waterproof jackets for women that our team of gear testers loved the most
The women's gear team have tested a whole range of hiking fleeces for women and these are their favourites so far.
Our pick of the best women's walking boots out there for three-season hiking, tested and reviewed all across the UK.
Memorable adventures require a dependable pair of boots...
Find out which watch impressed us the most during our tests...
Our test team's pick of the top solo tents for backpacking in 2026
5 to 20-litre running vest options from Silva, Dynafit, Montane and more...
Going off grid? Grab one of these...
Crucial for safe mountaineering in the snowy, ice-laden winter months - here's a round-up of our favourite crampons for hiking this year...
The latest options put to the sword above the treeline in the Alps, in the mountains of Eryri and more
We've been testing hiking apps recently and these are our gear tester's favourites, including Komoot, OS Maps, AllTrails, OutdoorActive and more.
Top performing flasks, rated and reviewed by our gear team.
The best outerwear options this season, according to the OM team
Here’s our favourite hand warmers on the market this winter, tested and reviewed.
