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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19th October 2024
Osprey Stratos 26 Pack review
Chris Townsend likes this little daypack built with a sophisticated harness system and comfortable carry.
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18th October 2024
Berghaus Arrow 30 review
A tough traditional pack, well-made from robust fabric, that should serve for many years. John Manning tests the Berghaus Arrow 30.
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17th October 2024
Osprey Hikelite 26 review
Lara Dunn has been testing some budget daypacks for hiking. Here is her review of the Osprey Hikelite 26
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16th October 2024
Vaude Skomer 24 review
Lara Dunn tests out this budget backpack from Vaude.
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17th September 2024
Sierra Designs Gigawatt 60L review
Find out why the Sierra Designs Gigawatt 60l pack comes recommended by our gear editor and expert backpacker Chris Townsend.
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7th August 2024
Atom Packs The Prospector EP50: First Look
Chris Townsend's impressed by the ultralight Prospector pack made in the Lake District, awarding it our coveted Best Buy endorsement back in 2021.
Everything for a camp set-up; from tents through to stoves
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17th March 2025
Sea to Summit Ultralight review
This is a summer rated air mat that dispenses with the baffles found in many competitors. Find out more.
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17th March 2025
Exped R1 review
The Exped R1 may not hold up on high winter camps but there are plenty of pros to this comfy mat.
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14th March 2025
Exped Dura 5R review
The Dura 5R has quickly become a favourite for group camping trips, says David Lintern.
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10th February 2025
Big Agnes Roxy Ann 3-in-1 review
The Big Agnes Roxy Ann has ticked some boxes but the 3-in-1 design is better on paper than in the hills - especially when it's windy.
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10th February 2025
Mammut Women’s Relax Down Bag -2C review
The Mammut Women's Relax Down Bag -2C is a great product for colder conditions when weight really matters.
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10th February 2025
PHD Greenlandic 500 semi-rectangular down sleeping bag review
Fiona Russell rates the PHD Greenlandic 500, a highly customisable bag with a good warmth-to-weight ratio.
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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.
