5th May 2025
We tested the best winter gloves 2025
Kirsty Pallas and James Roddie keep the worst of the weather at bay with a selection of warm and waterproof winter gloves.
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5th May 2025
We get our hands dirty testing the best hiking gloves 2025
In ever-changeable hillwalking weather, pack a pair of hiking gloves you can count on, say Peter Macfarlane and Francesca Donovan.
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23rd April 2025
We run down the best power banks 2025
Selecting the best power bank for you can not only minimise technological faff on the hills, but can also be the difference between safety and an escalating emergency situation.
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16th March 2025
We get to grips with the best ice axes 2025
Our expert gear testing team gets to the point reviewing the best ice axes, an essential tool for managing risk in snowy mountains.
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11th March 2025
We get to the point testing the best crampons for winter hillwalking 2025
Four experts put the latest crampons through their paces and guide you to your perfect fit.
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3rd March 2025
We put the best winter mountaineering boots through their paces
Our expert gear testers compare winter boots suitable for steeper, more technical ground.
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12th December 2024
The best rain jackets 2025
The best lightweight waterproof jackets can be stuffed easily into a daypack and provide good protection. Meet your new best friend.
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12th December 2024
The best ultralight backpacks 2025
Will Renwick rounds up the best lightweight backpacks for thru-hiking, long distance trips and fastpacking.
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12th December 2024
The best sleeping mats 2025
Photographer David Lintern and Mountain Leader Kirsty Pallas have been out testing a range of sleeping mats.
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11th December 2024
The best hiking pants 2025
The Great Outdoors team’s favorite hiking pants for this year. We’ve selected a bunch of different options to suit a variety of outdoor adventures – and budgets too.
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11th December 2024
The best budget waterproof jackets 2025
You don't need to break the bank to get a good waterproof jacket. Outdoor gear expert Chris Townsend rounds up the best jackets under £200.
