U.S. brand Sierra Designs are now making moves into the UK. Here’s a good example of the kind of quirky backpacking kit available from them.
This new waterproof has some real out-of-the-box thinking behind it. And the results are great
This might be one of the toughest waterproof jackets out there. And it’s breathable as well...
Lightweight, durable and with a bunch of handy features, could Blue Ice’s Squirrel be the perfect climbing pack?
Darn Tough by name Darn Tough by nature, this Vermont company knows how to make a sock
A tough, water resistant jacket for year-round use, and one with some excellent eco-creds
Whether you’re riding or walking, this supersized, super-versatile, hydration pack will do the job
This new Bavarian brand have come up with a unique and amazingly functional form of insulation
Take a step into the next generation of sockwear with the high-tech Razer from Rockay
Is this the ultimate car camping sleeping bag? It might just be
Forget everything you thought you knew about sleeping bags with the innovative and environmental Meglis Eco 700 Syn
An ultralight shelter for ultralight backpacking adventures
The Icelandic brand’s top shelf waterproof jacket with top level breathability
The LedLenser MH3 LED is a simple but effective head torch for those on a budget
The Patagonia Storm Racer is a quirkily-designed lightweight waterproof jacket for trail runners
The Swift RL reacts to the world around you, changing when the sun goes down
This sleek insulated flask is one of the best ones we’ve come across – no wonder it picked up a major industry award
A simple, beautiful, does-the-job well mug from a brand with an interesting history and ethos
A specced out climber’s softshell that will also serve any hillwalkers that are after a decent midlayer
There’s a whole lot of tech packed into this outdoor-focussed watch from Polar
Our highlight from Rohan’s range this year; a lightweight versatile insulator with some decent tech behind it
These hard wearing Klättermusen pants are durable, wind resistant, and extremely comfortable
A new pair of trousers that offer a traditional and eco-friendly approach to protection from the elements
A technical mountaineering and ski mountaineering harness that is just short of sub 100g