Walking boots have changed a lot in recent times, with many hikers favouring lightweight, highly cushioned options akin to trail running shoes, and there are loads of examples of these now from all of ...

Salomon have a reputation and long-standing background as a running brand and so much of the Salomon X Ultra 360 Edge Mid Gore-tex reflects this. With its aggressive sole, its light weight build and ...

The best hiking shorts if you're looking for versatility, functionality and comfort through a range of conditions? Here are ...

The organisers behind some of the UK’s most iconic ultrarunning events have released a statement to announce that they have ceased trading, raising questions about the future of races including the ...

Outdoors Magic: UK-made, under-rated Swiss-made synthetic insulation, reassuring sturdiness, roll-away windproof hood, plenty of internal volume, good damp tolerance. Outdoors Tragic: Quite heavy and ...

The North Face Summit Series is the brand’s premium range featuring highly technical products which deliver in the most challenging and hostile conditions, and the Pumori parka is the loftiest and ...

When it comes to choosing a low cost sleeping bag, it’s important to consider a few factors beyond the price tag. Things like temperature rating, the overall weight of the sleeping bag, its ...

But what’s the difference between men’s and women’s hiking backpacks? While there’s by no means just one body shape for all women, there are some broad generalisations that make women’s hiking ...

Why We Chose The Adidas Terrex Techrock Gore-Tex Pro Jacket: Well-built, top-level performance, very lightweight for a four-season shell We reckon most people, at one point or another, will have owned ...

Exped have been making sleeping mats for quite some time. Since 1997 in fact – that’s when they produced their first ever self-inflating model. Today, their sleeping mat collection is not only ...

The softshell jacket can be the most versatile item in your wardrobe, falling between a waterproof jacket and a fleece. We’ve tested a diverse range of jackets that cover all activities and needs. The ...

It is the sleeping mat that you should be looking to first if you’re after a good night’s sleep when camping. Sleeping mats define your comfort by providing protection from the ground below, whilst ...