And why a good pair can make your days out a whole lot easier...
Our review following trips to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales
Crucial for safe mountaineering in the snowy, ice-laden winter months - here's a round-up of our favourite crampons for hiking this year...
A must-have for the chilly months in the hills and mountains - here's a round-up of our favourite gloves to keep you warm this winter.
Our favourite ice axes, tested and reviewed by Emily Woodhouse.
There are endless pairs of leggings on the market, all for different purposes. Here, Jazz Noble highlights the options that are best for hiking.
From big old beamers to trusty backups...
Hannah Morris' picks for the best bouldering shoes on the market right now
Our pick of the most reliable options for running at night – whether that's on the hill or on roads
Our testers have been impressed by this pair of lightweight, durable poles
Free from the obligations of any sponsors, Paris has provided runners with a helpful insight into the kit list that an elite runner chooses to...
Lightweight to heavyweight - we cover the top gloves for four-season mountain use.
Streamlined, lightweight, weather resistant technical climbers for harsh mountain conditions
A lightweight and breathable waterproof jacket for hikers and fastpackers
A technical midlayer for active pursuits
The Alpine FLZ Z-Poles from Black Diamond are a dependable and versatile pair of trekking poles
A straightforward and practical new head torch from Black Diamond; here's a breakdown of our verdict on the Revolt 350
The Black Diamond Highline Stretch Shell features long-lasting waterproof protection
Our pick of the best bargains over at Webtogs this Black Friday
A approach shoe that’s more focussed towards climbing than hiking
Find out how our gear testers fared with this new award-winning jacket from Black Diamond
Eco-friendly features inside and out make this lightweight layer a feel-good option for mountain missions
A very early look at what's to come next summer from brands including Rab, Fjällräven, The North Face and Patagonia
Black Diamond update the Spot headtorch, creating a 325 lumen torch that you can rely on.
