That’s because they’re completely waterproof, thanks to the Nikwax Analogy directional system. This is a two-layer construction consisting of a polyester shell with an inner ‘pump liner’ that draws ...

If you believe it’s about the journey, not the destination, you’re in good company. Mountain horseshoes are the walks for you. Most mountain days are built around a single objective. Think Scafell ...

The best autumn walks take advantage of all the lovely things the season brings: gorgeous orange leaves, twiggy foliage, mist-filled valleys and the chance to witness seasonal wildlife rituals. I'm ...

For years, Merrell has been the sensible older uncle of the hiking world. The brand is reliable, unflashy and just fine with that. The Moab, their flagship hiking shoe, became a shorthand for ...

Schiehallion: The Scottish mountain that helped scientists weigh the Earth – and how to climb it ...

The form of tents may differ today to those of 30,000 B.C. made from foliage or animal hides. But the function doesn't: protection from the elements. Using the hides of mammoths to make tents isn't ...

The Lake District’s 5 classic mountain horseshoes – and why now’s the time to walk them ...

For a long time, opting for vegan or the 'eco' version of something meant an almost inevitable compromise in performance (or flavour for vegan food). These days, things have changed. Alongside tasty ...

The National Three Peaks challenge involves approximately 462 miles of driving and 23 miles of hiking – a logistical undertaking that often means a cramped minibus, a sleepless night and several ...

For anyone who loves mountains and wilderness, Aviemore is a dream location to base yourself for a weekend. It's a busy town with a ski resort feel to it, providing a great launchpad to explore ...

The Kentmere Horseshoe is one of our favourite mountain walks in the Lake District – and the best bit is it doesn't draw anywhere near as many crowds as some of the National Park's star names. So read ...

Arc’teryx gear is famously hard to get on sale – which is why taking advantage of the best Black Friday deals matters more here than with almost any other outdoor brand. If you’ve spent November in ...