If you want a pair of poles that aren’t going to weigh you down, carbon is often the way forward. The catch is that carbon poles nearly always will come at eye-watering prices. Enter Craghoppers with ...

The Hikelite model has been a mainstay within the Osprey range for a number of years and it’s now been updated with an improved fit and aesthetic and new colours too. There are 4 different sizes in ...

This is a luxuriously lofty sleeping bag that makes for a very comfortable night’s sleep in temperatures as low as -3C. There’s a lot more to like about it too, first of all because it has some ...

I first came across the new Rab Cirrus Ultra Hoody when it was being exhibited as part of the OIA Awards and, at the time, I couldn’t work out whether it was down filled or synthetic. Normally a good ...

The Helly Hansen Verglas Micro waterproof trousers weigh a lightweight 240g and they’re also very packable, condensing down to about the size of a coke can. They’re made from a 2.5-layer waterproof ...

Low cut hiking shoes are a popular choice for warm weather excursions, as they are typically cooler, lighter, and more versatile in the heat than mid-cut boots. The North Face Women’s Vectiv Fastpack ...

The colours and elements of the construction might make the Aku Link GTX look like an approach shoe, but it’s actually much more like a classic walking shoe in its feel and performance. The Link GTX ...

The Inov-8 Mudtalon Speed is designed for really muddy running – think Lake District fell races or those narrow footpaths in January that are churned up by suburban dog walkers. Its lugs are a ...

The North Face Summit Series is the brand’s premium range featuring highly technical products which deliver in the most challenging and hostile conditions, and the Pumori parka is the loftiest and ...

Many hikers will be familiar with Osprey’s Talon and Tempest packs. In fact, I’d hedge my bets by saying they’ve been the most popular hiking backpacks of the last decade. For those who aren’t ...

This is a close-fitting mid layer designed to offer warmth without weight and also temperature regulation during high tempo activities like climbing and ski touring. Part of The North Face’s Summit ...

US brand Sierra Designs has been one of the most consistently innovative gear makers of recent years. From their zipperless sleeping bags to the eminently practical 3,000 tent series, we’ve tried and ...