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Walking Equipment and Accessories

MSR Switch Stove | Review

Jetboil-style convenience with MSR’s signature flexibility and performance.

MSR Switch Stove | Review
Waterproof Jackets

Best Waterproof Jackets of 2025 | Tested & Reviewed by Our Experts

Our test team's pick of the best quality waterproof jacket options out there in 2025

Best Waterproof Jackets of 2025 | Tested & Reviewed by Our Experts
Waterproof Jackets

Rab Latok Mountain Gore-tex Pro | Review

Chosen for our Greener Gear Guide, this alpine shell from Rab uses the latest version of Gore-tex Pro. Here's how we got on with it....

Rab Latok Mountain Gore-tex Pro | Review
Waterproof Jackets

Páramo Velez System | Review

Two garments – one outdoor layering system

Páramo Velez System | Review
Down and Insulated Jackets

La Sportiva Lumina 200 Down Jacket | Review

'Likely the best warmth-to-weight ratio of any down jacket in the world'

La Sportiva Lumina 200 Down Jacket | Review
Down and Insulated Jackets

Keela Genesis Fleece Jacket | Review

A fleece that offers both warmth and wet weather protection.

Keela Genesis Fleece Jacket | Review
Down and Insulated Jackets

Best Women's Down Jackets Reviewed 2025

The latest and greatest down jackets go head to head

Best Down Jackets For Women 2025 | Field Tested and Reviewed
Softshell Jackets

Best Softshell Jackets Reviewed 2025

The latest and greatest put to the test, plus our in-depth buyer's guide

Best Softshell Jackets for 2025
Softshell Jackets

Best Running Jackets Reviewed 2025

Lightweight waterproofs and windbreakers for moving fast and light

Best Running Jackets of 2025 | Fully Tested and Rated
Waterproof Jackets

Harrier Exmoor Jacket | Review

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

Harrier Exmoor Jacket | Review
Walking Trousers

Passenger Drifter NetPlus Beach Linerless Short | Review

A good value pair of shorts made from regathered and recycled fishing nets.

Passenger Drifter NetPlus Beach Linerless Short | Review
Walking Trousers

Craghoppers NosiLife III Cargo Trousers | Review

A good value pair of hiking trousers that are fine-tuned for travel.

Craghoppers NosiLife III Cargo Trousers | Review
Walking Trousers

Highlander Typhoon Waterproof Trousers | Review

Can these £60 waterproof trousers deliver we want from a pair of overtrousers?

Highlander Typhoon Waterproof Trousers | Review
Walking Boots

Craghoppers Dura Pro Boot | Review

A surprisingly well-specced hiking boot at a budget-friendly price – tested on long days in the Welsh hills.

Craghoppers Dura Pro Boot | Review
Walking Boots

Helly Hansen Cascade Helly Tech Mid Boots | Review

These boots are light, comfortable, waterproof – and they cost around £100.

Helly Hansen Cascade Helly Tech Mid Boots | Review
Walking Boots

Best Walking Boots For Women Reviewed 2025

Our pick of the best women's walking boots out there for three-season hiking, tested and reviewed all across the UK.

Best Walking Boots For Women 2025 | Tested and Reviewed
Trail and Scramble Shoes

Best Walking Sandals Reviewed 2025

The versatility offered by the finest adventure sandals is unmatched

Best Walking Sandals 2025 | Fully Tested and Reviewed on the Trail
Trail and Scramble Shoes

Best Walking Shoes Reviewed 2025

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 2025 | Field Tested and Reviewed
Walking Boots

Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX | Review

Tested across Greece, Malta and the Brecon Beacons.

Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX | Review
Reviews

Groundtruth UNDA 25L Roll Top Dry Backpack | Review

This PADI-endorsed waterproof backpack from Groundtruth is paving the way for carbon neutral manufacturing.

Groundtruth UNDA 25L Roll Top Dry Backpack | Review
Backpacks

Osprey Transporter Squffel 44 | Review

Will Renwick gives his verdict following a summer of use. Was it able to bring order to his chaos?

Osprey Transporter Squffel 44 | Review
Group Tests and Best Buys

Best Daypacks For Hiking Reviewed 2025

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

Best Daypacks for Hiking 2025 | Tested and Reviewed by Our Gear Experts
Mid and Base Layers

Best Midlayer Fleeces Of 2025

The latest options put to the sword above the treeline in the Alps

Best Midlayer Fleeces 2025
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
Sleeping Bags

Best Budget Sleeping Bags 2025 | Down and Synthetic Options For All Kinds of Camping Adventures

Discover the top-rated sleeping bags that offer the perfect balance of comfort, warmth, and affordability for your next outdoor adventure.

Best Budget Sleeping Bags 2025 | Down and Synthetic Options For All Kinds of Camping Adventures
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
Tents

Best Two Person Tents for Hiking 2025

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 2025
Tents

Highlander Respite 2 Extended Tunnel Tent | Review

Looking for a stable, roomy tent that won’t empty your wallet? Highlander’s Respite 2 could be the answer.

Highlander Respite 2 Extended Tunnel Tent | Review
Tents

Nemo Dagger OSMO | Review

Designed for backpackers, lightweight with an impressive new sustainably-made fabric and plenty of useful features

Nemo Dagger OSMO 2P Tent (2025) | Review
Walking Equipment and Accessories

Best Hiking Socks Reviewed 2025

A great pair of socks that will last the distance means more comfortable walking on the trail. Here's our pick of the best hiking socks...

Best Hiking Socks of 2025 | Field Tested and Reviewed
Walking Equipment and Accessories

Silverstick Pennine Wool Socks | Review

British socks from British sheep that graze on the Pennines

Silverstick Pennine Wool Socks | Review
Walking Equipment and Accessories

Best Trail Running And Hiking Sunglasses Reviewed 2025

We've tried and tested a variety of different sunglasses, perfectly designed for outdoor activities of all kinds

Best Trail Running And Hiking Sunglasses 2025
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