27th October 2025
We shoulder the best hiking backpacks 2025 for testing
A daypack is an essential piece for any mountain day-tripper. Here, we round up the best.
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20th October 2025
We walked miles to test the best hiking shoes 2025
Gear testers Alex Roddie and Lara Dunn put some of the best hiking shoes through their paces in the hills.
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22nd September 2025
Laying the foundation: we test the best three season base layers 2025
Lara Dunn and Peter Macfarlane test some of the best base layers for hillwalking and hiking.
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22nd September 2025
Artilect Flatiron 185 ¼ Zip review
Lara Dunn likes the Artilect Flatiron 185 ¼ Zip base layer after rigorous testing. Find out why in her full review.
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22nd September 2025
66 North Basar Merino Wool Zipneck review
Lara Dunn recommends the 66 North Basar Merino Wool Zipneck base layer after rigorous testing. Find out why.
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22nd September 2025
Rab Women’s Conduit Crew review
Lara Dunn highly recommends this base layer from Rab. Find out why.
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13th September 2025
Keen Zionic WP review
The Keen Zionic WP shoes are great option for those with wide feet, says Lara Dunn.
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13th September 2025
Salomon Genesis Gore-Tex review
Lara Dunn liked the Salomon Genesis Gore-Tex shoes but says they have one Marmite feature.
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13th September 2025
Mammut Alnasca Knit III Low GTX Women review
The lightest tested by Lara Dunn, the Mammut Alnasca Knit III Low GTX Women come recommended.
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13th September 2025
Rab Cirrus Ultra Insulated Hooded Jacket review
The Rab Cirrus Ultra is best suited to rest stops and summits than prolonged cold camps or wildlife watching forays.
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13th September 2025
Berghaus Women’s MTN Guide Long Sleeve Half Zip review
This Berghaus baselayer wins its Gear of the Year Awards category. Find out why.