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LFTO Gear Tester using an insulated flask

The best insulated flasks for hiking reviewed (2023)

There are few luxuries and accessories that dedicated hikers afford themselves,...

Hiking | 26 05 2023

Hikers scrambling pinnacles at Aonach Eagach

How to improve your scrambling skills

Despite not having particularly tall mountains, the UK is home to some...

Hiking | 26 05 2023

Hiking gear essential accessories

Hiking gear essentials: accessories you need for hiking

Outdoor hardware and accessories have proliferated beyond head torches and...

Hiking | 25 05 2023

Hiker wearing walking boots Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX

The best walking boots reviewed (2023)

Walking boots are a key piece of outdoor gear for enjoying your time hiking and...

Hiking | 25 05 2023

Hiker wearing a large hiking pack crossing a stream

The best hiking backpacks reviewed (2023)

The art of constructing a hiking backpack rivals that of Venetian glass. And...

Hiking | 24 05 2023

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Hiker wearing a daypack scrambling up Snowdon in summer

The best hiking daypacks reviewed (2023)

Subbing in a small hiking daypack in place of a bigger rucksack is...

Hiking | 24 05 2023

The Eight Mountains frame

The Eight Mountains film review

When it comes to fictional stories rather than real-life narratives, mountain...

Hiking | 24 05 2023

Suunto Vertical Titanium Solar orange

Suunto Vertical review

The elite smartwatch market is a funny place. It’s full of products that,...

Hiking | 23 05 2023

AllTrails

10 reasons to plan your next hike with AllTrails

One of the most exciting parts of planning a hike is choosing where to go and...

Hiking | 23 05 2023

Best walking shoes hiking trail running 2023

The best hiking shoes reviewed (2023)

Sturdy high-ankle walking boots or trainer-like walking shoes – which are...

Hiking | 22 05 2023

Best walking socks for hiking hikes 2023 waterproof sock reviewed

The best walking socks reviewed (2023)

The right walking socks depend on a number of factors, with season being a...

Hiking | 17 05 2023

Trail Magazine Gear of the Year 2023

Trail Magazine Gear of the Year 2023

Finding the best kit for hiking and hillwalking isn’t easy, which is why every...

Hiking | 16 05 2023

Hoka Ancapa Breeze Low Hiking Shoe LFTO gear of the year winner

Hoka Anacapa Breeze Low Review

The wildcard winner of our Trail Gear of the Year award, the Anacapa Breeze low...

Hiking | 16 05 2023

Black Diamond Storm 500R headtorch best head torch 2023 LFTO

Black Diamond Storm 500-R Review

The Storm 500-R head torch is a seriously impressive unit. This high power...

Hiking | 16 05 2023

Atom Packs The Atom+ EP50

Atom Packs The Atom+ EP50 Review

Meet the well-deserved winner of our Trail Gear of the Year awards. Our testers...

Hiking | 16 05 2023

Mountain Equipment Shroud Hooded jacket

Mountain Equipment Shroud Hooded Jacket Review

A versatile piece that you can rely on in a surprise weather-ambush. The Shroud...

Hiking | 16 05 2023

Helly Hansen Odin 1 world infinity best waterproof jacket 2023

Helly Hansen Odin 1 World Infinity Jacket Review

Meet the shining star of our Trail Gear of the Year awards. This sporty-looking...

Hiking | 16 05 2023

Scarpa Rush Trk Pro Review best walking boot LFTO live for the outdoors

Scarpa Rush Trk Pro Walking Boots Review

The Rush Trk Pro is the latest in a long line of versatile mountain walking...

Hiking | 16 05 2023

Reading with a headtorch at dusk at Owain Glyndwr's Cave, Moel y Ogof with Snowdon in the distance

The best head torches reviewed (2023)

If there’s one hiking accessory that you should always remember to pack...

Hiking | 16 05 2023

Editor Oli Reed on a hilltop wearing lightweight hiking shoes

The best lightweight walking boots reviewed (2023)

When it comes to short hikes, fast hikes, and summer hillwalking, some...

Hiking | 15 05 2023

La Sportiva TX Hike Mid being worn

First look: La Sportiva TX Hike Mid GTX

The La Sportiva TX Hike Mid GTX joins the brand’s line-up of lightweight...

Hiking | 10 05 2023

inov-8 clothing and footwear

So you think you know inov-8?

You’re no doubt familiar with inov-8. Perhaps you even own some of their...

Hiking | 28 04 2023

Hiker wearing AKU Slope V-Light GTX

AKU Slope V-Light GTX review

AKU’s Slope V-Light GTX hiking boot is yet another example of a new model...

Hiking | 26 04 2023

leki poles

A guide to trekking poles

Trekking poles are a useful addition to your hillwalking kit when carrying...

Hiking | 06 04 2023

Bridfgedale StormSock splashing in water

Bridgedale StormSock

“Nothing makes us happier than helping you to experience every moment to...

Hiking | 31 03 2023

Standing on a rock wearing Timberland Motion 6 shoes

Timberland GreenStride Motion 6 Trainer review

Timberland is a big name in urban footwear. Find me a fashion-conscious...

Hiking | 27 03 2023

Polartec Houdini Fleece

Polartec: The Future of Fleece

From technology first pioneered for the Special Forces, to market-leading...

Hiking | 27 03 2023

Woman wearing blue waterproof jacket in the rain

How to clean your waterproof clothing

Car enthusiasts love to see water beading on their cars after giving it a...

Hiking | 27 03 2023

Three tough phone cases

The best tough phone cases reviewed (2023)

Search ‘tough phone case’ in Google and you’re greeted with a swarm. Some...

Hiking | 22 03 2023

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