11th September 2025
The Great Outdoors Gear of the Year Awards 2025
Britain's most experienced gear team share their top picks of outdoor kit and innovations. See the winners of TGO's Gear of the Year Awards 2025.
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22nd August 2025
Do you need hiking gloves for scrambling?
If you're new to scrambling, you'll want to be prepared from head to toe for the spicier side of hillwalking. But should that include gloves for scrambling?
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22nd August 2025
What is the difference between trail shoes and hiking shoes?
The Great Outdoors examines the difference between trail shoes and hiking shoes for your adventures.
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22nd August 2025
Can walking boots be resoled or repaired?
These boots were made for walking but sometimes the soles get walked through. So, here's a guide to resoling or repairing your walking boots.
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23rd June 2025
Showtime – Chris Townsend’s Outdoor Trade Show 2025
TGO’s gear guru, Chris Townsend recently attended the Outdoor Trade Show in Liverpool - here’s a few things that caught his eye.
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5th June 2025
Highlander Outdoor celebrates 40 years of affordable exploration
As Highlander Outdoor celebrates its 40th birthday, we look back on the brand's success story, rooted in the heart of Scotland.
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6th May 2025
How to fit and choose a backpack for hiking
Backpacking expert Chris Townsend explains how to find your perfect fit in the backpack department.
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5th May 2025
What are the different types of hiking backpack?
Do you know your daypacks from your 55l? How big is a good hydration pack? How lightweight is lightweight enough? We answer your burning pack questions.
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5th May 2025
How to waterproof your hiking gloves
Wet hands can lead to dangerously cold and numb fingers in the hills. Invest in your comfort and safety by giving your gloves some TLC.
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1st May 2025
How to repair waterproof jackets
The Great Outdoors demonstrates how to repair waterproof jackets - including tears and rips - to elevate your British-weather-ready gear skills.
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29th October 2024
Meet the Arc’teryx icons – and the mountain conditions they’re made for
We take a closer look at the Alpha SV, the Beta SL and the Atom; beloved mainstays in the Arc'teryx offering.
