16th March 2023
How to choose a pair of walking boots
A boot buyer’s guide; the things to look out for and to consider when buying a new pair of walking boots. Walking boots come in different categories to suit different types of use. In this…
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Gear Guides
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20th January 2023
How to make your outdoor gear last for 40 years
Long-distance walking guru Chris Townsend reveals the secrets to making outdoor gear last for decades.
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21st June 2022
Three of the best dry bags for hiking
Alex Roddie tries out three of the best hiking dry bags on the market and picks out the best.
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30th May 2022
Backpacking packs for women: 5 of the best reviewed
Mountain Leader Lucy Wallace thoroughly tests the best hiking backpacks in the 60+ litre range to help guide your buying choice.
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23rd May 2022
The 5 best hiking hydration packs for 2022
With summer upon us, Alex Roddie tests five packs to help with the all-important job of staying hydrated in the outdoors.
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9th May 2022
The best waterproof jackets for kids
Here are three of the best waterproof jackets for kids, thoroughly tested by David Lintern with the help of Niah (aged 8) and Celyn (aged 5).
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12th December 2021
Down jackets: 10 of the best reviewed
Want the most warmth for the least weight? Judy Armstrong and Alex Roddie test the latest down jackets, and give some general buying advice.
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29th November 2021
Crampons: 3 of the best reviewed
Crampons are an essential part of any hillwalker’s winter arsenal. David Lintern reviews three leading models.
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25th November 2021
Walking axes: 6 of the best reviewed
Winter Mountain Leader Lucy Wallace reviews 6 of the best ice axes, an essential tool for managing risk in snowy mountains.
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11th June 2021
Warm-weather hats: three of the best reviewed
With warm weather finally upon us, Lucy Wallace checks out a selection of hiking headgear for hot and sunny days.
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4th December 2020
Best Christmas gifts for walkers 2020
From backpack essentials to super stocking fillers, here’s our selection of the best Christmas gifts for walkers.
