20th October 2025
We test the best fleece jackets and midlayers to keep you toasty in 2025
From unlikely origins in toilet seats, fleece-based clothing has moved on over the decades. Our experts put the latest innovations to the test.
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20th October 2025
We brave the cold to test the best insulated jackets 2025
Insulated jackets stay warm when wet; perfect for winter use in temperate climates.
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20th October 2025
We pitted the best waterproof jackets for 2025 against the weather
Kirsty Pallas and Chris Townsend test ‘hardshell’ jackets designed to keep you dry when the weather gets heavy.
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20th October 2025
These budget sleeping bags won’t break the bank in 2025
Good sleeping bags don't have to break the bank. We've tested good value options from the likes of Mountain Equipment, Alpkit and more.
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20th October 2025
Our experts stay out testing the best sleeping bags 2025
Our team of experts have put 10 of the best sleeping bags in variable conditions. Find out which bag came out on top.
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29th September 2025
Lying down on the job: we test the best sleeping mats 2025
Chris Townsend and Steph Wetherell have been out testing a range of sleeping mats.
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29th September 2025
We taste test the best vegan and vegetarian backpacking meals 2025
Salt and spice and all things nice; Chris Townsend taste-tests meals on-the-go.
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23rd September 2025
These budget hiking shoes won’t break the bank in 2025
Will Renwick rounds up the best bargains with affordable options from Merrell, Keen, Salomon and more.
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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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20th September 2025
We get to the bottom of things testing hiking underwear 2025
Mountain Instructor Kirsty Pallas and Ranger Peter Macfarlane get back to baselayer basics with the best in technical hiking underwear.
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15th September 2025
These budget hiking boots won’t break the bank in 2025
Chris Townsend rounds up a selection of budget hiking boots - perfect for anyone working within a certain price range, or looking for their first pair of hiking boots.