10th April 2025
Rab Kangri review
The Kangri is excellent all-round lightweight and durable hard shell - but our tester found one disappointment.
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OUR FAVOURITE GEAR OF THE YEAR
Welcome to the TGO Gear 101 Awards. Produced in association with… We aim to bring you the latest and greatest in outdoor gear by showing you the results of thorough testing by our team of outdoor experts such as Chris Townsend, Alex Roddie, Fiona Russell and more. This gear has been tested in all sorts of environments meaning we have the best all round perspective to give you the advice you need before considering your next piece of gear.
Our selection of the best jackets for 2022/23, including waterproof shells and down and synthetic insulation
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18th March 2025
Paramo Alta III jacket review
The Paramo Alta III Jacket isn’t a cheap jacket, but it’s one that will last for years without compromising on performance.
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7th March 2025
Tierra Vastra review
Chris Townsend highly recommends the Tierra Vastra waterproof jacket after rigorous testing in the Highlands. Find out why.
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7th March 2025
Salewa Ortles 3L GTX review
Chris Townsend recommends this waterproof unusually made from two different Gore-Text fabrics. Find out why.
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7th March 2025
Highlander Munro V2 Mountain review
Our Equipment Editor dubs this waterproof hardshell brilliant value for a quality garment.
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7th March 2025
Outdoor Research Foray 3L review
This jacket comes highly recommended by our Equipment Editor. Find out why.
From trail running vests for ultra marathons through to 65-litre backpacks for hiking big distances
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11th June 2025
Big Agnes Sweetwater UL 60L review
Alex Roddie tested the Big Agnes Sweetwater UL 60L in the Cairngorms. Here's his verdict.
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11th June 2025
Rab Muon 50 review
With a comfy harness that keeps the load close to the body, this pack is good for scrambling and could be used for fastpacking.
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11th June 2025
Kelty Glendale 65L review
Alex Roddie gives the Kelty Glendale 65L his Best Value commendation. Find out why.
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11th June 2025
Fjällräven Kajka 55 review
Alex Roddie gives this 'Greener Choice' his recommendation for its innovation and durability.
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11th June 2025
Atom Packs The Notch 50l review
Alex Roddie awards Atom Packs' The Notch - the newest addition to the Cumbrian brand range - his Best in Test. Find out why.
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11th June 2025
Gregory Maven 55 review
Lucy Wallace finds the Gregory Maven 55 impressively spacious - but adds a few caveats to her review.
Everything for a camp set-up; from tents through to stoves
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30th June 2025
Sierra Designs High Side 1-3000 review
Lucy Wallace finds some issues in this compact solo tent model.
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30th June 2025
Sea to Summit Alto TR1 Plus review
A good lightweight option, Lucy Wallace can recommend this Sea to Summit one-person tent.
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30th June 2025
Exped Mira 1 HL review
The lightest in her tests, Lucy Wallace recommends the Exped Mira 1 HL. Here's why.
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30th June 2025
Wild Country Halny Elite 1 review
Lucy Wallace awards the Halny Elite 1 her Best in Test. Find out why.
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18th June 2025
Robens Lodge 2 Exp review
James Roddie recommends this tent after testing in the Highlands. Find out why.
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18th June 2025
MSR Freelite 2 review
There is a lot to like here but there are some inevitable compromises to keep the weight so low.
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19th February 2025
Scarpa Ribelle HD review
These boots are comfortable enough for multi-day hikes, yet sufficiently rigid for winter mountaineering.
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19th February 2025
AKU Superalp V-Light GTX review
James Roddie tests an excellent boot better suited for three-season conditions.
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19th February 2025
Salewa Ortles Edge Mid Gore-Tex review
The Salewa model is a lightweight and versatile piece of winter mountaineering footwear.
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19th February 2025
Hanwag Makra Pro GTX
James Roddie was impressed with the durability and boxfresh comfort of this boot.
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19th February 2025
Lowa Lavena Evo GTX review
While benefitting from a women's specific fit, the Lowa Lavena Evo GTX does have some downsides.
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19th February 2025
Dolomite Torq Tech GTX review
Kirsty Pallas recommends the Dolomite Torq Tech GTX as a 'winter-lite' boot with low bulk.
