Gear & Guides

Sheep to Shred

Sheep to Shred

We speak to the Mons Royale team about building a brand around Merino wool, from a New Zealand sheep station to the ski runs above....

Clockwise

Clockwise

We speak to paraglider Benjamin Kellett about his endurance paragliding adventures, managing risk at 7,000m, and his connection to Gallet watches....

A Royal Welcome

A Royal Welcome

A pre-dawn climb to Lochnagar on Balmoral's royal estate – in Buffalo Systems kit – delivers an unexpected reward: a rare 12-point Royal stag and a sunrise worth every wet step....

Craft & Legacy

Craft & Legacy

Altberg rose from the ashes of one of Britain's last shoemakers. Thirty-five years later, this family bootmaker continues to expand while maintaining its craft. ...

Built to Endure

Built to Endure

Ortlieb introduces TIDURA®, a completely new fabric launched across its entire range. We plunge into some very deep pools to test the materials....

25 Years of Big Agnes

25 Years of Big Agnes

Co-founder Bill Gamber is celebrating 25 years of Big Agnes. Here he discusses the unlikely beginnings of the company, the ethos that still drives him, and a new ultralight range. ...

The Insta360 X5 // One Camera, Every Kind of Adventure

The Insta360 X5 // One Camera, Every Kind of Adventure

We put the Insta360 X5 through mountains, oceans, and everything in between – our full review of the 8K 360º action camera....

Unpredictable Skies

Unpredictable Skies

Scotland has one of the least predictable weather systems on the planet. Glen Coe in May, then, seemed the perfect location to test the brand new MSR Hubba Hubba LT and HD tents. ...

Tales from the ledge

Tales from the ledge

A group of friends go for a committing 6km swim off the Sussex coast, and find a bit more of an adventure than they signed up for. ...

Collecting Stories

Collecting Stories

Travel writer Daniel Neilson chases stories across Ghana – from Accra's roadside markets to the fishing harbour at Elmina – wearing Craghoppers' insect-shield NosiLife clothing....

Counting the Serene Hours

Counting the Serene Hours

A bikepacking journey along the Catalonian coast – ancient villages, Mediterranean light, and nights along the coast spent in the NEMO Dragonfly Bikepack OSMO tent....

Return to the Lost Valley

Return to the Lost Valley

Adam Raja returns to Glen Coe 10 years after his first visit, reflecting on how the mountains of the Highlands changed his life. ...

Stories of Light

Stories of Light

We find out where the locals hike, bike, and kayak in Washington State, and test out some of VALLON’s outdoor sunglasses. ...

Lithos

Lithos

Mark Bullock tests the Arc’teryx Lithos SL Harness – a new sport-climbing harness engineered for redpoint attempts, competition climbing, and high-end performance. ...

The Kit Behind a World Record Attempt

The Kit Behind a World Record Attempt

In conversation with Ed Bartlett to learn how Dr Sarah Ruggins uses Kostüme clothing for her record-breaking endurance cycling challenges, including the upcoming One Way North....

Have a KAVU Day

Have a KAVU Day

In the Pacific Northwest, where no-one wastes a good day, we visit KAVU’s Seattle HQ and talk to founder Barry Barr about fishing, freedom, and keeping things fun....

Stories Behind the Gear: Exped Lightning

Stories Behind the Gear: Exped Lightning

We learn about the folklore of the Whangie while testing out the Exped Lightning 60: a lightweight pack for wild camping adventures....

Between Wind & Water

Between Wind & Water

Tested on a cold-weather sail along the Sussex coast and unpacked through an interview with founder Stephen Palmer, Strike Footwear is rooted in time spent on the water...

Stories Behind the Gear: La Sportiva

Stories Behind the Gear: La Sportiva

We take a deep dive into the science of wind chill and staying comfortable with La Sportiva’s Lumina 200 Down Jacket....

Campfire Voices: Lena Stoffel

Campfire Voices: Lena Stoffel

Skier and filmmaker Lena Stoffel shares how becoming a mother has changed her pace, sharpened her photography and deepened her connection to the mountains and oceans. In partnership with VOITED. ...

Three Ways to Run a Mountain

Three Ways to Run a Mountain

Under the lights of the SportsShoes Hub at Kendal, three UTMB stories came alive. Tom Evans, who built a win from years of work. Josh Wade, who ran on pure desire. And Darren Agnew, revealed through the eyes of the crew who kept him moving through the night....

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