22nd July 2025
Two experts test the best hiking backpacks for women 2025
Lara Dunn and Fiona Russell walk us through some of the best women’s daypacks.
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17th July 2025
We weigh up the best backpacking packs 2025
Your pack and its contents can make or break any backpacking trip. Our experts review the latest.
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19th June 2025
We asked a Highlands Ranger to test the best emergency kit for hiking 2025
Peter Macfarlane directs us to the kit you'll want in your pack should the worst happen.
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6th May 2025
We call in the best smartphones for the outdoors for testing 2025
Need more than selfies and SMS signal? Alex Roddie and Chris Townsend take a look at smartphones fit for the outdoors.
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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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11th December 2024
We test 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.
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10th December 2024
The best scrambling shoes 2025
Mountain Leader Kirsty Pallas and photographer James Roddie have rounded-up the best scrambling shoes to take you onto higher ground with confidence.
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10th December 2024
The best pop-up tents 2025
Our guide to the best pop-up tents on the market this year. There's a mix of types here, with options to suit every budget.
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6th December 2024
The best flasks for hiking 2025
Peter Macfarlane has been out testing some of the best flasks. Find out what he thought in his in-depth guide.