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9th January 2019
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8th September 2020
To celebrate the 15th anniversary of KEEN’s original Targhee Hiker, we’ve teamed up with the eco-conscious footwear brand to offer one lucky reader the chance to win an awesome giveaway prize pack.
How to choose a three-season sleeping bag
16th July 2020
Down or synthetic? Roomy or snug? And what does a ‘comfort limit’ really mean? As summer wild camping season kicks off, Chris Townsend explains what to look for in a three-season sleeping bag.
5 of the best three-season sleeping bags
16th July 2020
Looking for a versatile sleeping bag designed to cover a huge range of temperatures? TGO’s gear editor Chris Townsend puts the latest models to the test.
Review: Jack Wolfskin Wilderness Peak Texapore Mid boots
1st April 2020
Alex Roddie reviews a no-nonsense pair of boots for the winter mountains
What was the best gear of 2019?
12th November 2019
The Great Outdoors Gear Awards 2019 shortlist has been revealed. Are you eager to know what the top performing outdoors clothing and equipment was in 2019? Want to know the best kit to take you out on the hills in…
Gear guide: Ultralight Waterproofs
27th June 2019
Gear editor Chris Townsend assess lightweight jackets for warmer days. In this comparative review you’ll find 14 of the best ultralight jackets tested.
Tested on the TGO Challenge: MSR PocketRocket Deluxe
24th June 2019
TGO Challenge coordinator Ali Ogden discovers that you learn a lot about a stove when you need it the most…
Gear news: Therm-a-Rest updates lineup of lightweight sleeping bags and quilts
12th June 2019
W.A.R.M Fit is “designed to accommodate a variety of natural sleep positions, without sacrificing warmth and packability”.
Gear news: MSR adds Thru-Link In-Line Microfilter to water treatment and purification lineup
12th June 2019
Mountain Safety Research launches a new ultralight in-line water filter for backpacking.
Gear news: MSR launch new lightweight Front Range Tarp Shelter
12th June 2019
Mountain Safety Research has launched a spacious pyramid-style floorless backpacking shelter with an optional inner.