And why a good pair can make your days out a whole lot easier...
From big old beamers to trusty backups...
We'll often think about the weight on our back but not on our feet, and some lightweight kicks can really make a difference
Streamlined, lightweight, weather resistant technical climbers for harsh mountain conditions
A technical midlayer for active pursuits
A lightweight and breathable waterproof jacket for hikers and fastpackers
Options from Arc'teryx, Montane, Rab, TNF and more
Our pick of the most reliable options for running at night – whether that's on the hill or on roads
The Alpine FLZ Z-Poles from Black Diamond are a dependable and versatile pair of trekking poles
The Black Diamond Highline Stretch Shell features long-lasting waterproof protection
A straightforward and practical new head torch from Black Diamond; here's a breakdown of our verdict on the Revolt 350
Find out how our gear testers fared with this new award-winning jacket from Black Diamond
A approach shoe that’s more focussed towards climbing than hiking
Eco-friendly features inside and out make this lightweight layer a feel-good option for mountain missions
Black Diamond update the Spot headtorch, creating a 325 lumen torch that you can rely on.
Lightweight to heavyweight. We cover the top gloves for four-season mountain use
From lightweight trail running options to hardshells for mountaineering...
The Venom is an all purpose ice axe, suited to whatever you get up to on the mountain
Black Diamond's Speed 30 is a reasonably light, strippable traditional alpine pack complete with floating lid and solid build quality.
The Iota headtorch from Black Diamond is a small, simple and effective piece of gear
Black Diamond's super compact Iota headtorch mixes USB charging with sophisticated features and enough light to get you safely home.
Ever wondered how Black Diamond's market-leading Express and Turbo ice screws are produced? Check out this ace factory video for the full story.
Black Diamond's new PrimaLoft-filled First Light Hoody is designed to be usable on the move as well as stopped thanks to Silver Active Insulation fill.
Black Diamond's beautifully-made, soft fabric, lightweight Gore-Tex mountain jacket is a somewhat specialist beast.
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