On test: large day rucksacks

A good, comfortable rucksack can make your day in the hills much more pleasurable, whereas a badly fitting or poorly designed one can cause a lot of grief.

Osprey's smartphone rucksack-fitting app is 'world first'

Making sure you have the right size rucksack to fit your body is essential if you want your pack to be comfortable and carry its load properly.

On test: Teva Riva Peak Mid eVent boot

Teva Riva Peak Mid eVent Country of manufacture: China Weight: 1,540g a pair (men’s size 10/44.5) Price: £140 Colour: dark blue Material: uppers, full-grain 2mm leather; eVent waterproof membrane; sole, rubber/EVA Crampon rating: B0 (not crampon compatible) Teva’s reputation has been built on walking sandals, but it also produces a range of boots, and this updated Riva Peak Mid eVent is the top of the range walking boot for the Californian brand.

MSR Revo Explore snowshoes gain gold award at Ispo trade show

A snowshoe from Seattle brand MSR has won a gold award at the giant Ispo trade fair. The Revo Explore uses a metal perimeter for traction, combined...

Which? magazine readers rate Páramo tops for waterproofs

Readers of a consumer magazine have given the thumbs up to Páramo jackets and trousers. The brand was rated top in a survey by Which? Magazine bas...

BBC Dragons unimpressed by Aurora Tyas's Pop&Go Knickers

An innovative outdoors entrepreneur failed to impress television’s Dragons with her novel underwear.

Keela's introduces new lightweight Stashaway Pro jacket for multi-activities

Keela’s new lightweight waterproof jacket is promises to provide packable comfort in windy and wet conditions.

Teva promises 'flip-flop comfort' from its new Riva Peak Mid eVent boot

Teva, best known for its range of activity sandals, is promising ‘flip-flop comfort’ with the launch of its top-of-the-range boot.

On test: insulated jackets

As winter takes a grip on the UK, the need for warmth on the hills becomes crucial. Down has been the traditional insulating material for outdoor e...