10th May 2017
10 hiking hacks to try out this summer
These simple tips might just change the way you hike...
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14th March 2017
Quick tips for picking a tent for solo camping
Read Chris Townsend's advice
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22nd February 2017
Choosing the right camera for outdoor photography
Award-winning landscape photographer Dougie Cunningham, the man behind many of our magazine's cover shots, explains how to choose the perfect camera for capturing mountain memories
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1st January 2017
Walking axes: What to look for and which to buy
Chris Townsend takes us through the ins and outs of walking axes. Plus which spikes were recommended in our reviews
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29th December 2016
Recommended kit for winter camping
Chris Townsend explains what gear he relies on during his winter camps in the Cairngorms, including the tents, sleeping bags, stoves and sleeping mats Tent A good winter tent needs to resist snowfalls and strong…
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29th December 2016
How to pack a bag for winter
Chris Townsend explains his approach to organising his pack for a trip to the hills in cold weather
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19th December 2016
Crampons: What to look for and which to buy
Chris Townsend reviews the best crampons on the market and takes us through what to look for when buying a pair
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12th December 2016
What gear to carry when hiking in winter
Heather Morning, Mountain Safety Advisor with the Mountaineering Council of Scotland, shares her thoughts on striking the right balance in winter
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23rd November 2016
What to look for when choosing a headtorch and which to buy
Our resident gear expert, Chris Townsend, explains the ins and outs of headtorches and what to look for when buying one
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19th September 2016
Warning over shorter mountain days
Walkers and climbers urged to take head torches and suitable clothes for autumn weather
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30th August 2016
Choosing a sleeping bag
Gear Editor Chris Townsend explains what to look for when choosing a sleeping bag
