Our favourite options, reviewed by Emily Woodhouse
We'll often think about the weight on our back but not on our feet, and some lightweight kicks can really make a difference
Crucial for safe mountaineering in the snowy, ice-laden winter months - here's a round-up of our favourite crampons for hiking this year...
A must-have for time in the hills and mountains during the chilly months - here's a round-up of our favourite gloves to keep you warm...
Our pick of the most reliable options for running at night – whether that's on the hill or on roads
From big old beamers to trusty backups...
Options from Arc'teryx, Montane, Rab, TNF and more
Hannah Morris' picks for the best bouldering shoes on the market right now
And why a good pair can make your days out a whole lot easier...
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
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
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