And why a good pair can help you eat up those miles...
Top performing flasks rated and reviewed, plus an in-depth buyer's guide
How does George Mallory's mountaineering gear stack up against today's? The Turner Twins are seeking to find out.
The best outerwear options this season, according to the OM team
A must-have for the chilly months in the hills and mountains - here's a round-up of our favourite gloves to keep you warm this winter.
A great pair of socks that will last the distance means more comfortable walking on the trail. Here's our pick of the best hiking socks...
Tested and reviewed by our expert team: our pick of the best two person tents for hiking and backpacking. With options from MSR, Big Agnes,...
A look at the footwear choices of the podium placing athletes at this year’s 100-mile race
A surprisingly well-specced hiking boot at a budget-friendly price – tested on long days in the Welsh hills.
All you need to know about Helly Tech – from the experts behind it
Looking for a stable, roomy tent that won’t empty your wallet? Highlander’s Respite 2 could be the answer.
"Inspired by the resilience of alpine flowers."
Top practical presents for hikers, walkers and backpackers. Here's our hand-picked selection.
The women's gear team have tested a whole range of hiking fleeces for women and these are their favourites so far.
Our favourite hiking backpacks ranging from 30L weekenders to 65L whoppers...
The options we recommended for day-long adventures (plus our overall favourite)
These boots are light, comfortable, waterproof – and they cost around £100.
A blackberry stain on my shell jacket looked permanent… until I tried Nikwax’s new Stain Scrub.
Our test team's pick of the best quality waterproof jacket options out there in 2025
This PADI-endorsed waterproof backpack from Groundtruth is paving the way for carbon neutral manufacturing.
British socks from British sheep that graze on the Pennines
'Likely the best warmth-to-weight ratio of any down jacket in the world'
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On a three-day, all-action trip, Amy Marwick explores Saas Valley’s most exciting trails from this little slice of alpine heaven.