1st May 2023
Tierra Back Up review
Here’s Chris Townsend’s review of the Tierra Back Up waterproof jacket, see what he thought… The Tierra Back Up Jacket from Swedish company Tierra features in our guide to the best waterproof jackets. The Back…
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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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1st May 2023
Rohan Women’s Ventus Jacket review
The Rohan Women’s Ventus Jacket performs excellently in the wet on lowland terrain, says Lucy Wallace. The headline feature of the Rohan Women’s Ventus waterproof jacket is the generous length, which will suit many people…
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1st May 2023
Outdoor Research Helium AscentShell review
Chris Townsend has been out testing the Outdoor Research Helium AscentShell waterproof jacket, here’s his review… I’ve been out testing the Outdoor Research Helium AscentShell. AscentShell is Outdoor Research’s proprietary membrane, a very breathable waterproof…
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1st May 2023
Keela Women’s Munro Jacket Review
Lucy Wallace tests the Keela Women’s Munro Jacket, a traditional staple of many mountain rescue teams ideal for foul days in the mountains.
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1st May 2023
Montane Women’s Pac Plus XT Review
The Montane Women’s Pac Plus XT is lightweight but substantial as an all-season waterproof, says Lucy Wallace.
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1st May 2023
Patagonia Women’s Dual Aspect Jacket Review
The Patagonia Women’s Dual Aspect Jacket has plenty of winter-friendly features, says Lucy Wallace.
From trail running vests for ultra marathons through to 65-litre backpacks for hiking big distances
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10th May 2023
Gregory Packs Amber Plus Size 65l review
The Gregory Amber Plus size 65l pack - a world first - was awarded the 'Best Buy' among women's packs by our reviewer.
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10th May 2023
Mountain Laurel Designs Exodus 55l review
The lightweight and excellently crafted Mountain Laurel Exodus 55l pack was recommended by our reviewer. Discover why.
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10th May 2023
Granite Gear Crown 3 60 review
Find out why Chris Townsend awarded the Granite Gear Crown 3 60 pack his 'Best Buy' of the packs he tested in 2023.
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10th May 2023
Jack Wolfskin Highland Trail 55+5 review
Chris Townsend reviews the Jack Wolfskin Highland Trail 55+5, a heavy backpack made from recycled materials.
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10th May 2023
Alpkit Pacific Crest 65l review
The Alpkit Pacific Crest 65l is incredibly good value and a good option for those just starting their backpacking journey, says our reviewer.
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10th May 2023
Lowe Alpine Women’s Sirac ND65L review
The Lowe Alpine Women's Sirac ND65L Trekking Pack offers good freedom of movement and gets our reviewer's recommendation.
Everything for a camp set-up; from tents through to stoves
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2nd June 2023
Deuter Orbit -5°
The Deuter Orbit -5° is a warm, affordable three-season sleeping bag. It is not aimed at lightweight backpackers – at 1700g it’s a heavy bag. From the outset, it’s obvious that warmth and comfort have…
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2nd June 2023
Nordisk Oscar -2° Curve
The Oscar -2° Curve is a lightweight and very packable three-season sleeping bag. I was immediately impressed with its small size when packed away, and if you are carrying a lot of other gear in…
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2nd June 2023
Robens Icefall Pro 900
This is the warmest sleeping bag out of the bags tested in our guide to Best three-season sleeping bags for hiking. The 900g MicroThermo Ball synthetic insulation is highly effective, and I felt comfier in colder…
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2nd June 2023
Sea to Summit Ascent Acl-4
The Ascent Acl-4 is shaped something like a mid point between a mummy and a semi-rectangular sleeping bag. If you are not a fan of the former’s snug fit around the legs and feet, this…
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2nd June 2023
Kelty Women’s Cosmic Synthetic 20
The Cosmic 20 synthetic sleeping bag is very good value if your main selection criteria are warmth and overall price, It’s worth comparing this bag to others in our guide Best three-season sleeping bags for…
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2nd June 2023
Sierra Designs Women’s NightCap 20
Sierra Designs has pioneered innovative zipless bag designs, including the Nightcap 20 sleeping bag which is part of our guide to the Best three-season sleeping bags for hiking. There’s isn’t any weight saving by losing…
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13th March 2023
Craghoppers Adflex Boots Review
The Craghoppers Adflex Boots are a surprisingly light but excellent all-round pair of three-season walking boots.
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13th March 2023
Salewa Mountain Trainer Mid 2 GTX Review
The Salewa Mountain Trainer Mid 2 GTX is a good hybrid multi-use boot let down by one failure.
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13th March 2023
Sprayway Arran Hydrodry Review
The Sprayway Arran Hydrodry is a great budget boot ideal for scrambling in even the wet Scottish weather.
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13th March 2023
Mammut Kento Guide High GTX Review
The Mammut Kento Guide High GTX has features that will walk you into winter, too, with sturdy construction and a grippy sole.
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13th March 2023
Zamberlan Viox GTX Review
With extra weight comes a comfortable and supportive yet hard-wearing full-grain leather walking boot offering good grip.
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13th March 2023
Lowa Innox Pro GTX Mid Review
The Lowa Innox Pro GTX Mid gives a trail runner feel with the support and protection of a boot best for dry days.
