Gear
Award-winning AirZone pack among Lowe Alpine innovations for 2016
Four innovative designs will appear in Lowe Alpine's rucksack range next year...
On test: Aerobie AeroPress coffee maker
Aerobie AeroPress coffee maker Price: £24.99 (£26.99 with tote bag) Weight: 288g including bag Country of manufacture: not stated There was a time when outdoor fans would get their caffeine boost from chucking a sachet of cheap instant coffee in a mug and dousing it in boiling water.
On test: hydration systems
Staying properly hydrated while you’re active in the great outdoors is important. Your performance will suffer if you don’t get enough liquid i...
Snugpak's revamped sleeping bags carry 'made in Yorkshire' boast
A UK sleeping bag manufacturer has revamped its original range, which now boasts its proud northern origins.
Arc’teryx opens London store with selfie contest to win Canadian ski trip
Outdoor enthusiasts are being asked to take a selfie outside a new London store – with a chance to win a skiing trip to Canada.
On test: BioLite KettleCharge
Price: £139.95 Weight: 938g (including USB extender lead) Power output: 10W (5V, 2A) Country of manufacture: China Few of us these days head into the outdoors without some kind of electronic gadget reliant on battery power.
Running brand Hoka One One unveils lightweight walking boot
A brand best known for its running shoes is offering a new walking boot that it said offers unparalleled cushioning for the foot.
Bridgedale foots the bill as it donates 10,000 pairs of socks to rescuers
Leading UK brand Bridgedale has donated 10,000 pairs of its socks to rescuers across the country. The manufacturer revealed more than 70 per cent o...
Osprey's new Poco child carriers feature innovative AntiGravity back system
Many a future adventurer gets his or her first taste of the outdoors on the back of a parent. Osprey, with decades of experience in designing rucks...
Unique Aptonia drinks bottle tops Decathlon's innovation awards
A patented bottle that allows the user to choose between plain water and energy drink won the award for top innovation at the annual awards of one of the world’s biggest outdoors and sports retailers.
Outdoor Show visitors will have final say on new industry award winners
Outdoor enthusiasts visiting a London show will have a chance to vote on which new products will receive an award.
Relaunch will mark 30 years of Berghaus Extrem range
One of the UK’s best known brands will relaunch its top range to mark the collection’s 30th year.
Fjällräven's new Keb Eco-Shell jackets among greenest waterproofs on offer
Behind the scenes, technicians and scientists have been working to reduce or remove the fluorocarbon chemicals used in many waterproofing treatments.
Rab unviels Alpine-inspired Ascent collection for 2016
Rab’s new Alpine-inspired range includes waterproof jackets, insulated jackets, baselayers, midlayers and climbers’ jackets and trousers, along with a new sleeping bag.
Mini-test: lightweight camping stoves
A lightweight stove should be capable of living in your rucksack for that backpacking trip or winter outing into the mountains when you might want to fire it up for a warming drink.
Alpkit sets up charity to help people get into the outdoors
Outdoor brand Alpkit has set up a charity aimed at helping people get outdoors. The Nottinghamshire based company said its new Alpkit Foundation wi...
Edelrid looks to shine with new headtorches and eco-friendly ropes
Edelrid, best known for its climbing gear, has completely revamped its lighting range, with new headtorches and a dinky little LED camping light.
Therm-a-Rest's new Camper SV mattress is a breeze to inflate
Ever felt that dizzy feeling as you risk hyperventilation when you’re trying to inflate your sleep mattress at camp.