Matthew Jones

Amazingly light yet well-built and winter-ready, the Adidas Terrex Techrock Gore-Tex Pro waterproof mountain jacket provides top-level storm-proof protection

A versatile hillwalking and mountaineering tool, the Petzl Glacier does everything well, only reaching its limits on the steepest snow

Warm, protective and functional the Berghaus Urban Arkos Reflect Down Jacket has a boxy, big- baffled silhouette that’s bang on trend right now

The Jöttnar Thorne Jacket is built for extended use in mixed conditions, thanks to a tougher ripstop face fabric and moisture-resistant fill

A classic beast of a belay jacket, the Black Diamond Belay Parka feels extremely warm and protective, no matter how wild the weather

A great value, winter-ready, crampon-compatible boot, the Salewa Crow GTX feels nimble and precise, with lightweight and supple uppers

Warm and comfortable with an accommodating fit, Meindl Antelao Pro Men GTX is great B2 choice for cold-weather trekking and hillwalking adventures

These agile and nimble Scarpa Ribelle Lite HDs excel on mixed mountain walks and scrambles, but have the technical stiffness for winter use too

A well-priced everyday hiker, the Merrell Moab 3 Mid deserves to be as popular as its forerunners, thanks to its out-of-the-box comfort and solid performance

A modern field watch, the Momentum Wayfinder GMT has an adventure-ready titanium case and useful second time zone functionality

The Adidas Terrex Multi RAIN.RDY jacket is an affordable, comfortable, stylish and versatile all-rounder for wilderness and urban use

Sturdy, well-built and comfortable, the Lowa Renegade GTX Mid is a nubuck leather hiking boot made for multiple miles and mixed terrain – a modern classic

A reissue of a classic design, the handsome Bulova Hack combines authentic wartime heritage with modern materials and a robust automatic movement

A purposeful tool watch, the Citizen Promaster Titanium Tough combines great specs and top-notch build quality with a rugged but unassuming style

With its robust build, the Seiko Alpinist has the no-nonsense appeal of a tool watch, though refined design flourishes add a touch of class

The compact and classy Nodus Sector Field is a modern take on a classic field watch – tough yet stylish, with an eye-catching dial

The Swiss-made Victorinox I.N.O.X. “Autumn Spirit” is a tough, modern field watch which can survive being crushed under a 64-ton tank

The modern and rugged G-Shock Mudmaster GWG-2000 may lack the charm of a classic field watch, but in all other respects it outperforms most of the competition

The Hamilton Khaki Mechanical Bronze is a faithful reinterpretation of arguably the most iconic field watch on the market – but with an added touch of magic

The Rab Neutrino Pro 400 is a reassuringly snug sleeping bag designed for climbers tackling fast-and-light mountain missions – also the perfect three-season camping cocoon

With a sleek satin finish, the SOG Camp Axe is a handsome tool, but it’s not all style over substance… provided you stick to lighter tasks

The Stihl AX6 hatchet is a light forestry tool that is great for camp or trail use too, offering plenty of bang for your buck

Very light and compact, the tomahawk-style Whitby Camp & Survival Axe is best suited for a survivalist’s “bug-out bag” but can handle occasional camping use

The premium Hults Bruk Akka / Hultafors Åby Forest Axe has an extended handle for increased power and a versatile head profile