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New Gore-Tex C-Knit fabric launches with promise of comfort and breathability

Gore-Tex unveils its new fabric aimed at making life more comfortable and a little less noisy for walkers.

21 October 2015

Award-winning AirZone pack among Lowe Alpine innovations for 2016

Lowe Alpine, the brand that can trace its heritage back to a Colorado work-shed, where Jeff and Greg Lowe created a backpack that revolutionised load carrying technology, has unveiled four new innovations for its rucksacks.

12 October 2015

On test: Aerobie AeroPress coffee maker

Aerobie AeroPress coffee maker Price: £24.99 (£26.99 with tote bag) Weight: 288g including bag Country of manufacture: not stated There was a time when outdoor fans would get their caffeine boost from chucking a sachet of cheap instant coffee in a mug and dousing it in boiling water.

27 September 2015

On test: hydration systems

Staying properly hydrated while you’re active in the great outdoors is important. Your performance will suffer if you don’t get enough liquid i...

22 September 2015

Snugpak's revamped sleeping bags carry 'made in Yorkshire' boast

A UK sleeping bag manufacturer has revamped its original range, which now boasts its proud northern origins.

17 September 2015

Arc’teryx opens London store with selfie contest to win Canadian ski trip

Outdoor enthusiasts are being asked to take a selfie outside a new London store – with a chance to win a skiing trip to Canada.

02 September 2015

On test: BioLite KettleCharge

Price: £139.95 Weight: 938g (including USB extender lead) Power output: 10W (5V, 2A) Country of manufacture: China Few of us these days head into the outdoors without some kind of electronic gadget reliant on battery power.

29 August 2015

Running brand Hoka One One unveils lightweight walking boot

A brand best known for its running shoes is offering a new walking boot that it said offers unparalleled cushioning for the foot.

21 August 2015

Bridgedale foots the bill as it donates 10,000 pairs of socks to rescuers

Leading UK brand Bridgedale has donated 10,000 pairs of its socks to rescuers across the country. The manufacturer revealed more than 70 per cent o...

13 August 2015

Meet Fraser the Rucksack, a new pack from Lakeland brand Millican

A Lakeland-based brand has unveiled a lightweight pack aimed at walkers. Fraser the Rucksack comes from Millican, founded by passionate travellers ...

14 October 2015

Unique Aptonia drinks bottle tops Decathlon's innovation awards

A patented bottle that allows the user to choose between plain water and energy drink won the award for top innovation at the annual awards of one of the world’s biggest outdoors and sports retailers.

10 October 2015

Outdoor Show visitors will have final say on new industry award winners

Outdoor enthusiasts visiting a London show will have a chance to vote on which new products will receive an award.

24 September 2015

Relaunch will mark 30 years of Berghaus Extrem range

One of the UK’s best known brands will relaunch its top range to mark the collection’s 30th year.

21 September 2015

Fjällräven's new Keb Eco-Shell jackets among greenest waterproofs on offer

Behind the scenes, technicians and scientists have been working to reduce or remove the fluorocarbon chemicals used in many waterproofing treatments.

03 September 2015

Rab unviels Alpine-inspired Ascent collection for 2016

Rab’s new Alpine-inspired range includes waterproof jackets, insulated jackets, baselayers, midlayers and climbers’ jackets and trousers, along with a new sleeping bag.

01 September 2015

Mini-test: lightweight camping stoves

A lightweight stove should be capable of living in your rucksack for that backpacking trip or winter outing into the mountains when you might want to fire it up for a warming drink.

22 August 2015

Alpkit sets up charity to help people get into the outdoors

Outdoor brand Alpkit has set up a charity aimed at helping people get outdoors. The Nottinghamshire based company said its new Alpkit Foundation wi...

13 August 2015