20th November 2024
The Great Outdoors Gear of the Year Awards 2024
The UK's most experienced gear testing team share their top picks of outdoor kit and innovations for the year.
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Gear Guides
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13th November 2024
The best head torches for hiking 2024
Our Equipment Editor tests the best head torches for mountain use and explains what to look for when investing.
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11th November 2024
The best insulated jackets 2024
Insulated jackets stay warm when wet, making them perfect for winter use – particularly in temperate climates.
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11th November 2024
The best cold weather sleeping bags 2024
Mountain Instructor Kirsty Pallas and wildlife photographer James Roddie keep the cold at bay with the best bags made for winter.
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11th November 2024
The best hiking backpacks 2024
A daypack is an essential piece for any day-tripper into the mountains. Here, we round up the best.
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11th November 2024
Best ultralight backpacks for 2024
Will Renwick rounds up the best lightweight backpacks for thru-hiking, long distance trips and fastpacking.
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11th November 2024
The best fleece jackets 2024
From unlikely origins in toilet seats, fleece-based clothing has moved on over the decades. Our experts put the latest innovations to the test.
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11th November 2024
The best rain jackets 2024
The best lightweight waterproof jackets can be stuffed easily into a daypack and provide good protection. Meet your new best friend.
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11th November 2024
The best waterproof jackets for 2024
This season's best waterproof jackets for hiking and backpacking, as chosen by our team of outdoor experts.
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11th November 2024
The best budget sleeping bags 2024
Good sleeping bags don't have to break the bank. We've tested good value options from the likes of Mountain Equipment, Alpkit and more.
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11th November 2024
The best sleeping bags for hiking 2024
Our team of experts have put 10 of the best sleeping bags in variable conditions. Find out which bag came out on top.
