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Walking Trousers

Arc'teryx Adan Mountain Running Short | Review

Mountain running short with impressive build quality, super light weight and some neat design touches for fans of the Canadian outdoors brand.

Arc'teryx Adan Mountain Running Short | Review
Trail Running Shoes

Scarpa Neutron Alpine Running Shoe | Review

There's no doubting Scarpa's alpine mountaineering heritage, but does that mean the Italian footwear specialist can also produce a trail-running shoe?

Scarpa Neutron Alpine Running Shoe | Review
Walking Trousers

Salomon Fast Wing TW Shorts | Review

Ingenious hybrid trail-running short that mixes lycra-type comfort and support with more conventional looks.

Salomon Fast Wing TW Shorts | Review
Trail and Scramble Shoes

Salomon Speedcross 4 GTX Shoe | Review

The iconic UK trail-running shoe from Salomon gets a revamp for autumn 2016 - is it still the go-to, all-round choice for off-road British running?

Salomon Speedcross 4 GTX Shoe | Review
News

Blocheads Trailer - Alastair Lee's epic story of British bouldering

Check out the hyperactive trailer for Al Lee's latest Brit Rock Film Tour headliner due out in November.

Blocheads Trailer - Alastair Lee's epic story of British bouldering
Trail Running Shoes

Scott Kinabalu Supertrac Shoe | Review

It's all about the grip as Scott's new trail-running shoe chews its way relentlessly across rocks, rubble and soft terrain alike...

Scott Kinabalu Supertrac Shoe | Review
Waterproof Jackets

Montane Spine Gore-Tex Active Jacket | Review

Montane's new Gore-Tex Active running jacket is a neat mix of top-notch fabric, sleek cut and just enough features to do an all-day job in...

Montane Spine Gore-Tex Active Jacket | Review
Reviews

Salomon 1/2 Zip Agile S/S Tee | Review

‘Super smart, contemporary looks are matched by decent functionality with Salomon’sĀ half-zip neck design giving a venting edge over more basic, round-neck, tee-shirt designs.’ 1/2 Zip Agile...

Salomon 1/2 Zip Agile S/S Tee | Review
Trail Running Shoes

Saucony Peregrine 6 | Review

Light, comfortable and grippy trail-running shoe from Saucony that'll handle pretty much anything short of full-on fell-running terrain.

Saucony Peregrine 6 | Review
News

Berghaus Extrem 7000 Hoody | Preview

New lightweight fleece uses Polartec Power Grid fabric and has a cunning integral balaclava for when the going gets gnarly...

Berghaus Extrem 7000 Hoody | Preview
Trail Running Shoes

Hoka One One Mafate Speed 2 | Review

Updated version of Hoka's long-distance friendly, super-cushioned trail-running shoe gives an impressive sofa-like ride without piling on the pounds.

Hoka One One Mafate Speed 2 | Review
Reviews

Rab Aeon Tee | Review

High-wicking, fast-drying baselayer tee with excellent Polygiene anti-odour treatment, makes a faithful running and travel companion.

Rab Aeon Tee | Review
Reviews

Lowe Alpine Lightflite 5 | Review

Simple but effective mid-capacity, bum-bag gives comfortable carrying capability for running and biking without covering your back or interfering with movement.

Lowe Alpine Lightflite 5 | Review
Trail and Scramble Shoes

Salewa Lite Train Shoe | Review

Salewa's light and flexible mountain running and training shoe is super comfortable, but minimalist underfoot protection means rocky terrain massages the soles of your feet...

Salewa Lite Train Shoe | Review
News

Patagonia Nano Puff Hoody | Preview

Patagonia's legendary Nano Puff range gets an autumn 2016 overhaul with the use of a new fill that's both ecologically sound and high performing.

Patagonia Nano Puff Hoody | Preview
Trail and Scramble Shoes

Keen Versatrail Hiking Shoe | Review

Quirky lightweight hiker is a comfortable warm conditions companion with a distinctively different vibe for KEEN.

Keen Versatrail Hiking Shoe | Review
News

Scarpa's Iconic Charmoz Boot Reborn For 2016

Updated lightweight winter and alpine all-rounder now features a waterproof OutDry liner and a revamped lacing system.

Scarpa's Iconic Charmoz Boot Reborn For 2016
News

Best New Gear 2017 - OTS Special

We're back from the UK's Outdoor Trade Show with a quick look at some of the new stuff heading our way in early 2017 from...

Best New Gear 2017 - OTS Special
News

ViewRanger Basks In Apple Watch Launch Limelight

Leading navigation app stars as Apple releases the new Apple Watch Series 2 to an audience of an estimated 40 million people.

ViewRanger Basks In Apple Watch Launch Limelight
Walking Equipment and Accessories

Oakley Radarlock Path Sunglasses | Review

Top quality, great-fitting, action sports eye protection with an ingenious quick lens swap system and a choice of activity-specific lenses designed to improve vision for...

Oakley Radarlock Path Sunglasses | Review
Buyer's Guides

Lightweight Walking Boots | Buyer's Guide

We help you decide what matters when you're picking out a pair of lightweight walking boots.

Lightweight Walking Boots | Buyer's Guide
Buyer's Guides

Head Torches | Buyer's Guide

Everything you need to know about choosing a headtorch from how bright it needs to be through to the difference between regulated and non-regulated output.

Head Torches | Buyer's Guide
Trail Running Shoes

Saucony Xodus ISO Shoe | Review

Saucony's new trail running shoe is a super-cushioned, supportive, grippy bruiser of a beast that still manages to avoid isolating you completely from the trail.

Saucony Xodus ISO Shoe | Review
Walking Equipment and Accessories

Suuto Traverse GPS Watch | Review

Suunto's first outdoor-specific watch does most of what you need in a well-engineered, weather-proof package and leaves your hands free to do important stuff, like...

Suuto Traverse GPS Watch | Review
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