OM editor Will Renwick loves a bit of Welsh wandering. He's walked every national trail within the country, he's walked right around its entire perimeter and in recent times he became the first person to run up all of its 188 mountains in a 550-mile solo journey. Will is a former president of Ramblers Cymru and is a trustee of the Cambrian Way walking trail. He's also served on some of the major outdoor industry awards juries, helping to select the winners of the ISPO Awards, Scandinavian Outdoor Award and Outdoor Industries Association awards.
Our editor finds a pack with a lot to offer and at a very decent price.
And why a good pair can make your days out a whole lot easier...
The options we recommended for day-long adventures (plus our overall favourite)
Our review following trips to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales
OM editor Will explores the rite of passage across the beautiful hills and dales of Yorkshire
From Rab, Mountain Equipment, Patagonia and more - here's a list of this season's best duffel bags for adventure travel.
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Our experts have chosen...
Feast your eyes on this list...
Our favourite hiking backpacks ranging from 30L weekenders to 65L whoppers...
Our test team's pick of the best quality waterproof jacket options out there in 2026
Memorable adventures require a dependable pair of boots...
Thousands of runners face uncertainty after races they’ve already paid for are thrown into doubt.
Our tester gives his long-term review of Patagonia's bestselling three-layer shell
5 to 20-litre running vest options from Silva, Dynafit, Montane and more...
The best outerwear options this season, according to the OM team
We love a classic smock, and this is one of the best: versatile enough for hiking, climbing or biking, yet offering great protection for cold...
Our favourite options available on the market in 2026
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,...
Lightweight waterproofs and windbreakers for moving fast and light
CEO David Hanney responds to our questions
A durable, technical softshell trouser that works across a wide range of UK mountain conditions
Here's our gear testing team's favourite men's trail running shoes for this year.
A minimalist high-volume running pack that prioritises stability, comfort, and speed
