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Reviews

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

‘Super smart, contemporary looks are matched by decent functionality with Salomon’s 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
Buyer's Guides

Down And Synthetic Insulated Jackets | Buyer's Guide

Everything you need to know about how to buy a down and insulated jacket for this winter.

Down And Synthetic Insulated Jackets | Buyer's Guide
Softshell Jackets

Arc'teryx Incendo Hoody | Review

Lightweight trail-running windproof from the Canadian design perfectionists mixes good protection with enough ventilation to keep comfort levels high.

Arc'teryx Incendo Hoody | Review
News

The Haglöfs Spitz Jacket Is Back!

Legendary Swedish Gore-Tex mountain jacket is reincarnated for 2016 with modern fabrics, features and technology - get in!

The Haglöfs Spitz Jacket Is Back!
Buyer's Guides

Three-Season Walking Boots | Buyer's Guide

Check out our top tips to help you decide which is the best three-season walking boot for you.

Three-Season Walking Boots | Buyer's Guide
Buyer's Guides

Waterproof Shell Jackets | Buyer's Guide

Everything you need to know about choosing a waterproof shell jacket for the outdoors.

Waterproof Shell Jackets | Buyer's Guide
Buyer's Guides

Daypacks | Buyer's Guide

Everything you need to know to help you decide on which hill and mountain walking pack will suit your needs.

Daypacks | Buyer's Guide
News

The North Face Summit Series 2017 - Scoop!

TNF goes super technical with its latest range of high mountain outdoors clothing due out next month. Is this the best technical outdoors kit around?

The North Face Summit Series 2017 - Scoop!
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