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The great outdoors in 2013: our look back at the events of the year
'Sheepwrecked fells', a porcupine, octupus and bottled vole: the outdoors can be a surprising place...
Chris Townsend steps up to mountaineering council's ambassador post
An expert on Britain’s hills has been appointed an ‘ambassador’ to inspire existing and new walkers to pull on their boots and head for the high ground.
Comment: council takes wrong approach to Peak District rights of way
A local authority calls its Peak District rights of way work 'improvements'. An avid mountain biker begs to differ...
Birch wood frame adds to Fjӓllrӓven Kajka pack's green credentials
Fjӓllrӓven has replaced metal with wood to lower this backpacking rucksack's carbon footprint...
New top-end brand's Tierra's clothing set to hit the shops
This Swedish company's high-end gear has been around for 30 years and is about to appear in Britain...
Hydrogen-powered outdoors charger wins trade show Novel prize for Brunton
Innovative Hydrogen technology from Brunton caught the judges' eye at this week's trade show where next year's outdoors goodies were on show.
Zamberlan steps up for showtime with new boot models
A women-only boot and a street-savvy model that doubles for backpacking are among models in the pipeline from the Italian manufacturer .
On test: waterproof trousers
We compare 11 different pairs of waterproof trousers to see how well they perform in the wet...
Outdoor bosses: 'Britain on Foot can add four years to people's lives'
Outdoor industry bosses today launched a campaign they said could add four years to people’s lives.
Outdoor boss warns UK industry of gathering storm over waterproofing chemicals
Greenpeace is gunning for the outdoor industry because of chemicals in waterproof gear. But Nikwax's boss believes every cloud has a silver lining...
On test: winter waterproof jackets
As winter takes hold, you need a good, reliable waterproof. We put six jackets to the test to see how well they will keep you dry...
Brunton Hydrogen Reactor recharger picks up Outdoor Guild's award
A group of outdoor experts has chosen an innovative hydrogen-powered charging device for its annual award.
On test: walking trousers
We strode out in five different pairs of walking trousers to see how they measured up in the great outdoors.
New Climescape fleeces claim four-hour protection against constant rain
Canadian brand Climescape is about to introduce a range of water-repellent fleeces to the British market.
sugru: the colourful little bit of kit that could get you out of a fix
A silicone rubber repair material that sticks to most outdoor gear and has many more uses...
Berghaus scheme offers outdoor fans chance to persuade buddies to walk
Seasoned walkers are being urged to get a friend on to their feet in the great outdoors with help from a top gear brand.
Eight outdoors groups plead with Scots politicians to protect wild land
Eight leading bodies, including those representing outdoor enthusiasts, have called on the Scottish Government to increase protection for wild land.
Kendal team's 60th birthday among national mountain rescue weekend events
A mountain rescue team celebrates its 60th anniversary this weekend. Kendal Mountain Rescue Team will hold its annual collection in its home town o...