20th February 2025
The best head torches for hiking 2025
Our Equipment Editor tests the best head torches for mountain use and explains what to look for when investing.
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Gear Guides
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19th February 2025
The best GPS watches for hiking 2025
GPS watches can aid mountain navigation and help to keep you fit. We test eight of them and demystify the tech.
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18th February 2025
The best winter gloves for hiking 2025
Kirsty Pallas and James Roddie keep the worst of the weather at bay with a selection of warm and waterproof winter gloves.
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17th February 2025
The best winter mountaineering boots 2025
Five expert gear testers compare winter mountaineering boots suitable for steeper, more technical ground in the snowy season.
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16th February 2025
The best ice axes 2025
Our expert gear testing team gets to the point reviewing the best ice axes, an essential tool for managing risk in snowy mountains.
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6th February 2025
The best emergency kit for hiking 2025
Peter Macfarlane guides us through the emergency kit you may want in your pack should the worst happen out in the hills.
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3rd February 2025
The best crampons for winter hillwalking 2025
Mountain Leader Lucy Wallace gets to the point in her latest tests of the best crampons.
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2nd February 2025
The best cold weather sleeping bags 2025
Fiona Russell and Peter Macfarlane keep the cold at bay with the best bags made for our winter high places.
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1st February 2025
The best power banks 2025
Selecting the best power bank for you can not only minimise technological faff on the hills, but can also be the difference between safety and an escalating emergency situation.
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15th December 2024
The best family tents 2025
John Manning takes a look at a mixed selection of family tents for group backpacking and holidays.
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14th December 2024
The best backpacking packs 2025
Your pack and its contents can make or break any backpacking trip. Our experts review the latest.
