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Trail and Scramble Shoes

La Sportiva Cyklon With Boa Fit System | Review

Here’s a new collaborative effort that has left our gear testers mightily impressed

La Sportiva Cyklon With Boa Fit System | Review
Waterproof Jackets

Best Waterproof Jackets of 2024 | Tested & Reviewed by Our Experts

Our test team's pick of the best quality waterproof jacket options out there in 2024

Best Waterproof Jackets of 2024 | Tested & Reviewed by Our Experts
Waterproof Jackets

Outdoor Research Aspire 3L | Review

Our verdict on OR's flagship women's waterproof

Outdoor Research Aspire 3L | Review
Waterproof Jackets

Highlander Munro V2 Jacket | Review

An all-season shell that comes with all the right technical details. Here's how it performed during our tests.

Highlander Munro V2 Jacket | Review
Down and Insulated Jackets

Best Synthetic Insulated Jackets Reviewed 2024

Options from Arc'teryx, Montane, Rab, TNF and more

Best Synthetic Insulated Jackets of 2024 | Fully Field Tested and Reviewed
Down and Insulated Jackets

Best Down Jackets Reviewed 2024

Our experts have chosen...

Best Down Jackets of 2024 | Fully Tested and Reviewed
Down and Insulated Jackets

Haglöfs Spitz Down Hood Review

Can this jacket's unique baffle structure elevate it above the rest?

Haglöfs Spitz Down Hood | Review
Waterproof Jackets

Harrier Exmoor Jacket | Review

A feature-loaded jacket. Here's how it performed during our tests

Harrier Exmoor Jacket | Review
Softshell Jackets

Best Running Jackets Reviewed 2023

Lightweight waterproofs and windbreakers for moving fast and light

Best Running Jackets of 2024
Softshell Jackets

Klättermusen Ansur Windproof Jacket | Review

A stylish trekking and trail running jacket made from uniquely breathable Kalta Cotton

Klättermusen Ansur Windproof Jacket | Review
Walking Trousers

Quechua SH500 Mountain Trousers | Review

A good value pair of hiking trousers designed for cold weather hiking and mountain pursuits

Quechua SH500 Mountain Trousers | Review
Walking Trousers

Best Waterproof Trousers Reviewed 2024

Options from Patagonia, Rab, Rohan, Fjällräven and more...

Best Waterproof Trousers 2024
Walking Trousers

Best Walking Trousers Reviewed 2024

Our favourite options available on the market in 2024

Best Walking Trousers Reviewed 2024
Walking Boots

Best Walking Boots Reviewed 2024

Memorable adventures require a dependable pair of boots...

Best Walking Boots of 2024 | Field Tested and Rated
Walking Boots

Asolo Traverse GV Boot | Review

This boot, which is made in Europe, has some excellent ingredients. Here's how it performed during our tests.

Asolo Traverse GV Boot | Review
Walking Boots

Brandecosse Volpe Hiking Boot | Review

A well crafted boot with lots of traits that hillwalkers will appreciate. Here's how it performed during our tests.

Brandecosse Volpe Hiking Boot | Review
Trail and Scramble Shoes

Best Walking Shoes Reviewed 2024

We'll often think about the weight on our back but not on our feet, and some lightweight walking shoes can really make a difference in...

Best Walking Shoes of 2024 | Field Tested and Reviewed
Trail and Scramble Shoes

Keen 450 Dirt Hiking Shoe | Review

This hiking shoe from U.S brand brings a uniquely designed sole to the table - here's how it performed during our tests.

Keen 450 Dirt Hiking Shoe | Review
Trail and Scramble Shoes

Best Trail Running Shoes Reviewed 2024

Plus the essentials to consider when you're looking to buy a pair

Best Trail Running Shoes 2024
Group Tests and Best Buys

Best Daypacks For Hiking Reviewed 2024

The options we recommended for day-long adventures (plus our overall favourite)

Best Daypacks for Hiking 2024 | Tested and Reviewed by Our Gear Experts
Group Tests and Best Buys

Best Running Packs of 2024 | Tested and Reviewed

5 to 12-litre options from Montane, OMM and more...

Best Running Packs of 2024 | Tested and Reviewed
Reviews

Osprey Hikelite 28 Backpack | Review

A lightweight pack that has loads of smart touches. Here's how it performed during our tests.

Osprey Hikelite 28 Backpack | Review
Mid and Base Layers

Artilect Flat Iron 185 Baselayer | Review

A warm and comfy baselayer with an intriguing core ingredient

Artilect Flat Iron 185 Baselayer | Review
Reviews

Decathlon Forclaz Windbreaker Softshell Jacket MT500 | Review

A warm, wind-resistant and fully-featured layer for mountain adventures

Decathlon Forclaz Windbreaker Softshell Jacket MT500 | Review
Mid and Base Layers

The North Face FutureFleece | Review

This mid layer might be light but it packs a surprising thermal punch

The North Face FutureFleece | Review
Walking Equipment and Accessories

Big Agnes Rapide SL Sleeping Mat | Review

OM editor Will tries out the Petite version of this mat to assess its ultralight backpacking potential

Big Agnes Rapide SL Sleeping Mat | Review
Walking Equipment and Accessories

Exped Ultra 5R Sleeping Mat | Review

A light and warm sleeping mat that gives a comfy night’s sleep through all four seasons

Exped Ultra 5R Sleeping Mat | Review
Tents

Tentbox Lite XL | Review

Our pros and cons following a French road trip

Tentbox Lite XL | Review
Tents

Best Family Tents Reviewed 2024

Here are our top picks of the best family tents, ideal for families and large groups

Best Family Tents 2024
Tents

Best Two Person Tents for Hiking 2024

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,...

Best Two Person Tents for Backpacking 2024
Walking Equipment and Accessories

Klättermussen Misty Trousers | Review

Completely unhindered movement is the name of the game here

Klättermussen Misty Trousers | Review
Walking Equipment and Accessories

Matador Flatpak Dry Bag 8L | Review

The perfect dry bag? Maybe...

Matador Flatpak Dry Bag 8L | Review
Walking Equipment and Accessories

Big Agnes Rapide SL Sleeping Mat | Review

OM editor Will tries out the Petite version of this mat to assess its ultralight backpacking potential

Big Agnes Rapide SL Sleeping Mat | Review
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