9th April 2021
How fleece transformed what we wear in the outdoors
Chris Townsend marks the fourtieth anniversary of a revolutionary new fabric, and the thirtieth anniversary of Polartec.
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Outdoor Gear News
2nd April 2021
Walking boots: 10 of the best reviewed
Judy Armstrong and David Lintern take a look at the best men’s and women’s three-season walking boots.
4th December 2020
Best Christmas gifts for walkers 2020
From backpack essentials to super stocking fillers, here’s our selection of the best Christmas gifts for walkers.
24th November 2020
6 of the best women’s waterproof jackets
With the rough weather of autumn and winter upon us, Judy Armstrong puts six of the best women’s waterproof jackets through their paces…
29th October 2020
The Great Outdoors Gear of the Year Awards 2020: shortlists announced!
Check out the innovative outdoor kit and boundary-pushing brands that made The Great Outdoors Gear of the Year Awards shortlists for 2020.
19th October 2020
Waterproof jackets: 11 of the best reviewed
We all need them for British hillwalking – even if we wish we didn’t! Our expert equipment editor Chris Townsend puts a range of the latest waterproof jackets suitable for year-round use to the test.
8th September 2020
WIN an incredible KEEN prize bundle
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.
16th July 2020
How to choose a three-season sleeping bag
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.
16th July 2020
5 of the best three-season sleeping bags
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.
30th April 2020
Dehydrated meals: three of the best reviewed
Alex Roddie tests out three tasty off-the-shelf meals for backpacking and multi-day walking.
1st April 2020
Review: Jack Wolfskin Wilderness Peak Texapore Mid boots
Alex Roddie reviews a no-nonsense pair of boots for the winter mountains
