I’ve put this shoe through its paces over everything from soggy 5Ks on chalky Wiltshire trails to 20km+ recces in Eryri, and what I’ve found is a genuinely versatile trail running shoe. The Norvan LD ...

This is my fourth High Coast Winter Hike, organised by FriluftsByn, the “outdoors village”. I first came on the 35km trek in 2019 after a Facebook ad had me correctly pegged as someone who liked ...

From the icy crags of the Cairngorms to his roots in rural Japan - this reflective portrait follows trad climber Masa Sakano as he explores Scotland, winter climbing, and the community that's shaped ...

Designed by Scottish outdoor experts Keela, the Cairn waterproof jacket is uniquely tailored towards active, multi-sport mountain use. I’ve been out testing the women’s version in some seriously rainy ...

From our experience testing countless sets of trekking poles over the years here at Outdoors Magic, Leki are without a doubt total pros at producing poles. I personally was blown away by the ...

If you want a pair of poles that aren’t going to weigh you down, carbon is often the way forward. The catch is that carbon poles nearly always will come at eye-watering prices. Enter Craghoppers with ...

Merino wool possesses a lot of virtues that make it excellent for outdoor pursuits. It’s comfortable against the skin, it provides warmth in the cold and can also keep you cool when it’s hot, its ...

I first came across the new Rab Cirrus Ultra Hoody when it was being exhibited as part of the OIA Awards and, at the time, I couldn’t work out whether it was down filled or synthetic. Normally a good ...

Gear Aid’s Tenacious Tape serves as a practical solution for repairing damaged equipment. This durable adhesive tape offers a straightforward approach to extending the life of your gear, whether it’s ...

Why We Chose The Hoka Anacapa Mid GTX boots: Great comfort, plush cushioning, eco-friendly build Undoubtedly one of the most distinctive and striking walking boots on the market right now, Hoka’s ...

Low cut hiking shoes are a popular choice for warm weather excursions, as they are typically cooler, lighter, and more versatile in the heat than mid-cut boots. The North Face Women’s Vectiv Fastpack ...

The colours and elements of the construction might make the Aku Link GTX look like an approach shoe, but it’s actually much more like a classic walking shoe in its feel and performance. The Link GTX ...