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22nd August 2018
With contributions from Hilary Sharp and Tavienne Kelly, Gear Editor Chris Townsend looks at how to pack for a walking holiday overseas, whether on an organised trek or self-guided long-distance walk.
6th August 2018
Chris Townsend, Alex Roddie and Ronald Turnbull share their tips on how to be comfortable even while keeping weight down.
2nd August 2018
Interested in photographing the night sky while up in the hills? Here’s where you should start.
26th July 2018
How can you reduce pack weight while also ensuring you have the right clothing for your objective? We take a look at clothing systems for lightweight backpacking
23rd July 2018
TGO Editor Emily Rodway and partner John Chivall head into the Highlands to test backpacking gear suitable for camping with young children
2nd July 2018
Too hot for the hills? With the forecast remaining warm and dry for the coming week, Mountaineering Scotland have warned that hillwalkers in Scotland are facing an unusual challenge – not enough water!
21st June 2018
Have you been struggling under the load of your pack? Not sure where to start in your quest to shed weight? Here are some essential tips to help you make the first cut…
31st May 2018
Audiobooks make great bothy companions – but be careful what you listen to, says author John Burns
3rd May 2018
Expedition medic Philippa Hardy takes medicine to the extreme in Arctic Norway, learning how to deal with cold-water immersion – by doing it herself
12th April 2018
Conditions in the UK mountains are notoriously challenging. Here are our top tips on how to predict, interpret and understand winter conditions
5th April 2018
Snow brings both added magic and additional challenges to the hills. Here are some wonderful mountains on which to hone your winter skills
