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Our look at the best trail-running shoes, clothing and equipment available will help you rocket up your local trails, hills and fells in maximum comfort.
We've reviewed 13 of the best off-road and trail running shoes out there to help you choose the ones that'll work for you.
Canadian cold-conditions trail running and mountain running jacket mixes Gore Windstopper and breathable stretch fabric panels.
A hydration pack with a twist, the lumbar reservoir sits weight low down for better balance and load transfer.
Lightweight running vest come pack from niche US specialist brand, Nathan Sports banishes bounce from mid-distance outings.
Comfortable, small capacity, vest-type running pack that's ideal for longer outings, races and extended trail running days in the hills.
The Canadian mountain brand's women's trail running windproof has an ace, lightweight, Goldilocks balance of comfort and protection.
Light, comfortable and with a 1.5L reservoir, the Rev 1.5 is Osprey's hydration pack specifically designed for off-road running use.
Neat lightweight belt with twin insulated bottles and small but handy storage pouch that works well in warmer conditions.
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Bargain-priced trail-running tights from Alpkit offer a whole lot of legwear for the outlay and even have handy stash pockets.
Solid and dependable trail running shoe that's happiest on dry to medium terrain and can also double as supportive walking and hiking footwear.
At just 76 grammes, the second generation Hyper Smock is the world's lightest waterproof shell jacket and an ideal emergency piece for runners and adventure...
Montane's trail-running shorts combine the advantages of Lycra and conventional designs in an ingenious 'twin skin' construction.
Inov-8's new lightweight trail-running shoe is a featherweight mix of grip and trail feel, but at the expense of some comfort.
Neat, hooded Houdini windproof jacket from Patagonia is ideal for trail-running use and packs down into its own pocket for compact stowage on the move.
Beautifully natural feeling all-round lightweight trail-running shoe that makes you feel like a border collie on speed...
Functional and reasonably lightweight windproof jacket that packs down to the size of an orange and at a bargain price too.
Road shoe levels of cushioning and lightly treaded sole make this better on firm, even surfaces than in the gnar...
Comfortable, longer-cut running shorts complete with a long-legged 'boxer brief liner' to minimise chafing are the opposite of 'racy'.
Low and stable with good rock and rubble protection, Merrell's latest trail running shoe swaps cushioning for connection.
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