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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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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24th November 2020
6 of the best women’s waterproof jackets
With the rough weather of autumn and winter upon us, Judy Armstrong puts six of the best women’s waterproof jackets through their paces…
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30th April 2020
Dehydrated meals: three of the best reviewed
Alex Roddie tests out three tasty off-the-shelf meals for backpacking and multi-day walking.
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27th June 2019
Gear guide: Ultralight Waterproofs
Gear editor Chris Townsend assess lightweight jackets for warmer days. In this comparative review you’ll find 14 of the best ultralight jackets tested.
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28th May 2019
Comparative review: backpacking food
On a recent month-long walk on the Cape Wrath Trail, Alex Roddie had the opportunity to test a wide range of meals and snacks created for the outdoors.
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9th May 2019
Gear guide: mid-size packs
Gear editor Chris Townsend tests 40 to 60-litre rucksacks for big day walks and backpacking trips.
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2nd May 2019
Gear guide: Smart Watches
Our guide to outdoor smartwatches – how you could benefit from one, what to look for, and six recent models compared.
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18th April 2019
Buyers’ Guide: Windshells
Our guide to windshells – one of the most versatile items of clothing for mountain use.
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3rd April 2019
Buyers’ Guide: Women’s Day Packs
Our guide to women’s day packs: what to look for, essential features, and a comparative review of top models.
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13th March 2019
Buyers’ Guide: Down Jackets
Our guide to down jackets: the features you need for walking and backpacking, fit, fill, fabrics, and more.