Patagonia's sleek lightweight, minimalist Ascensionist 30 alpine pack works well, but calls for careful loading to stay comfortable.
Lowe Alpine's new light-ish weight technical Alpine Ascent 32 mountain pack is a well thought-out balance of sturdiness and sensible weight saving.
Salomon's experimental lightweight alpine pack has some really interesting features, but works best if you keep things fast and light.
Mammut's slick ventilated hiker combines light weight with a comfortable, taut carry and all the features you need in an all-round mountain walking daypack.
The Helios 25's aggressive minimalism and distinctive colour scheme mark out a simple, super-lightweight climbing daypack.
MHW's OutDry waterproof technology works brilliantly with an added roll-top closure making this one of the few genuinely waterproof mountain daypacks out there.
Montane's new lightweight hill and mountain pack treads the thin line between weight saving and usability with assured flair.
The Moyo's an ultra-lightweight backpack that's also deceptively tough thanks to the use of super strong, but light, top-end Dyneema fabric.
Exped's throwback lightweight 35-litre mountain pack mixes simple, tough construction and essential features with no fripperies allowed.
The seriously versatile Arc’Teryx Atom SL Hoody is the ideal layer for your summer adventures.
Want a great waterproof jacket without the extortionate price tag? You'll love the Alpkit Gravitas
Whether you’re planning summer ascents, or heading for cooler climbs, the Patagonia Nano Air Lite Hybrid jacket is an essential piece of gear
The Expeditor Active AQ from Berghaus is a truly excellent multi-purpose shoe.
With its Kevlar knee reinforcements, the Berghaus Fast Climb trousers are as durable as they sound
If you’re serious about climbing, the Arc’Teryx Alpha FL could be the ideal jacket for you
Hanwag have been making quality boots since 1921. Is the Makra Combi GTX their best one yet?
Light, highly breathable, and water-resistant, the Jack Wolfskin Women’s Activate Light 3/4 Pants are also changing the face of adventure for women
If you’re serious about trail running, you need the Inov-8 All-Terrain Pro Vest in your life
The Jack Wolfskin Exolight jacket has all the features of a hardshell, but with the comfort of a lightweight softshell
Walking enthusiasts will love the Komperdell Explorer Contour Power Lock Walking Poles.
When heavy boots are too much, you feet will thank you for putting them in the Keen Newport Evo Sandal
The Atom by Marmot packs down well, but will still keep you toasty at night, making it an excellent three-season sleeping bag
The Lowe Alpine Ascent Superlight is ideal if you like tackling climbs quickly and comfortably.
With almost 70 years design experience gone into making it, the Leki Micro Vario Carbon walking pole is exceptional
