Gear
On test: brasher Fellmaster men's socks
brasher's new sock range has different versions for men's and women's feet; we put the men's to the test.
Fjällräven tent wins Outdoor Trade Show Novel Award for innovation
A new tent offering panoramic views of the outdoor world has scooped the top prize for innovation at a trade show.
Fleece, soft-shell and puffy jacket all in one from The North Face
Although much of Britain has enjoyed a belated taste of summer, outdoor brand The North Face is looking to the colder months ahead with a new jacket it claims combines the properties of a soft-shell, fleece and puffy jacket all in one.
On test: brasher Tour GTX shoe
brasher Tour GTX/Roam GTX shoe £120 Weight per pair (size 9) 975g; (size 5) 841g Material: suede and synthetic mesh uppers with Gore-Tex lining Country of manufacture: China brasher’s new lightweight Tour GTX is aimed at walkers on low-level routes who need a rugged shoe without the need for full-on boots.
Ropes, poles, jackets among prizewinning gear heading for shops
Ropes that tell the belayer when they’re reaching the end, a biodegradable drinking bottle, an ultra-lightweight jacket and mountain trekking poles designed specifically for women were among award-winning products at the annual OutDoor exhibition.
Black Diamond lightweight range is aimed at fast-moving outdoor fans
A lightweight rucksack designed especially for women is among the range of innovative outdoor products introduced by Black Diamond.
New Aquapac case is better fit for iPhones
Aquapac has introduced a waterproof case for iPhones in response to consumer demand, it said. The company said many outdoor enthusiasts previously ...
Swiss firm's new boot is designed for British terrain
Outdoor brand Mammut has unveiled its new walking boot designed specifically for the British terrain.
SmartWool's microweight base layers aimed at summer activity fans
Base layers are an essential part of outdoor enthusiasts’ kit, working as part of a layering system to wick moisture away from the body and keep you dry as you tackle those hills.
BioLite: the wood-burning camp stove that recharges your phone while you cook
Imagine this: a stove that uses free fuel to cook your food and at the same time charges your phone. Too good to be true? Not if the inventors of t...
SmartWool promises unparalleled durability for its new PhD socks
Outdoors brand SmartWool is making some impressive claims for its new range of socks. The PhD Performance Sock Collection has been subjected to fou...
30 years on, brasher's Hillmaster boot gets a 10-point facelift
It was the year Margaret Thatcher’s Conservative Government won its second term and cruise missiles arrived at Greenham Common sparking huge protests.
Green theme for colourful new Vaude products
German outdoor brand Vaude is taking a colourful approach to its increasingly green collection. Products revealed for next year’s spring and summ...
brasher's new sock range caters separately for men and women
Footwear brand brasher is to introduce separate new sock ranges aimed specifically at men and women. The company, best known for its walking boots,...
On test: Helly Hansen Odin Light Softshell and Odin Guide Pant
Odin Light Softshell Jacket Weight: 560g Breathable softshell, material: outer, 91 per cent polyamide; 9 per cent Elastene.
New Black Diamond products unveiled ahead of Friedrichshafen trade show
US-based outdoor gear brand Black Diamond has unveiled some of its new products ahead of their appearance at the OutDoor exhibition in Germany.
Climbing club members help put new boots to test in Alpine trip
Outdoor retailers joined climbing club members to test a new mountaineering boot in an innovative venture organised by The North Face.
Vango pitches in with three new tent models
Tent brand Vango has boosted its Adventure range with the addition of three new models. The tents, all of which come in at with a £150 price tag o...