All you need to know, courtesy of our gear expert
Want to make your boots last and last? Here's what you need to do
No tumble dryer? No problem...
Leaky tent? Read our essential guide to tent care and maintenance.
Entries are open for this year's Summit Sleepover competition
Our test team's pick of the top solo tents for backpacking in 2026
This might just be the best value winter-rated sleeping mat on the market – and it's super light and packable too.
We've teamed up with Osprey to offer you a chance to win their latest backpacking pack, the LT Kestrel (men's) or Kyte (women's). Enter here...
Keen’s fast and light alternative to the more traditional leather boot. Here’s how we got on with the Targhee Apex waterproof hiking shoe.
Dubrovnik and its old town might have the global reputation, but as we discover, the region beyond the city walls has a whole lot more...
Surrounded by majestic mountains at the end of the Schanfigg valley, Arosa offers the perfect escape for hikers, bikers and outdoor lovers.
The versatility offered by the finest adventure sandals is unmatched
Options from Patagonia, Rab, Rohan, Fjällräven and more...
The women's gear team have tested a whole range of hiking fleeces for women and these are their favourites so far.
Options from Therm-a-rest, Exped, Sea-to-Summit and more
We've tried and tested a variety of different sunglasses, perfectly designed for outdoor activities of all kinds
We’ve tested these hiking sandals across the UK and beyond - here’s what our gear testers had to say.
Will Renwick on Dartmoor, one year on from a pivotal moment in British access history.
We've teamed up with WildBounds and Sunski to offer you the chance to win a pair of the Sunski Treeline sunglasses, perfect for outdoor adventures.
OM editor Will's take on this light, waterproof and highly ventilated pack from Rab
3 pairs we recommend for versatility and comfort on hot weather hikes.
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,...
Favoured by thru-hikers and ultra-light backpackers, quilts are a popular alternative to traditional sleeping bags. Here’s 6 of the best options out there.
