Latest articles by Will Symons
"Once you remove barriers, you realize that everyone's the same" – meet the hikers escaping the city to find community on the trails with help from one of the world's biggest hiking brands
I met up with the AKA community hiking charity to scale Britain's tallest mountain in a trek supported by Helly Hansen
Three jackets for half the price of one?! This 3-in-1 Columbia model comes with a removable fleece you can wear when the temperature drops, and is now at the lowest price we've ever seen it
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Looking for a tent to see you past the summer? Snag 30% off this 4-person Big Agnes shelter, which can handle the heat and keep you comfortable when the cold winds come
Deals The reduced Big Agnes Blacktail 4 is built for snug nights in the varied conditions of spring, summer, and fall - get yours for under $250 now!
American prodigy Annie Sanders steals the limelight in a close-run penultimate lead climbing round of the 2025 Climbing World Cup
Annie Sanders, 17, won her maiden lead climbing gold, while South Korea's Dohyun Lee dominated the men's competition in Madrid
Rab Nitron 25L backpack review: A spacious and stylish model, with plenty of support and ample protection for your gear
Rab's Nitron 25L pack is a comfortable, lightweight companion for storing your kit
Sleep on your side? This snug Big Agnes sleeping bag was built for you, and just hit the lowest price we've ever seen it - get yours and save up to 40% now
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Rescuers scour the Pyrenees in search of missing American hiker who switched his phone to airplane mode before heading into the mountains
Cole Henderson texted friends to say he was embarking on a hike and would be switching his phone to airplane mode
Zero fox given! National Park visitors urged to keep an eye on their footwear after furry thief pinched over 30 pairs of shoes in just three weeks
Rangers have hung wanted posters around Grand Teton National Park in an attempt to keep visitors' shoes safe from a certain sly bandit
"We all absolutely loved him" - friends and family devastated as body found in the search for a missing British hiker, who'd texted to say he'd lost the trail
Rescuers in Italy scoured the mountains surrounding Chiavenna after Matthew Hall disappeared during a solo hiking expedition
How to watch 2025 IFSC Climbing World Cup: catch the action from anywhere in the world and get up to 79% off with our exclusive Nord VPN deal
How to watch The world's best lead climbers are on their way to Madrid, Spain - here's how to catch the action wherever you are
Climbing World Cup preview: Anraku eyes historic series double while McNeice and Seo battle it out in the penultimate lead climbing competition
World-class climbers are vying for a place atop the IFSC World Cup leaderboard
Over $80 off a trail-ready Fjallraven jacket? We rarely see deals on the Swedish brand, let alone one this good - act now and get yourself the waterproof, windproof Skogso jacket at a bargain price
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British ultra-runner Dan Lawson smashes the fastest known time for the South West Coast Path - the iconic trail made famous by the controversial Salt Path book and movie
Lawson's latest record took him around the stunning coastline of the England's south western peninsula, featured in The Salt Path
Need new trail running shoes? We rated the Nike Zegama 2s as the most comfortable shoes for light trails, and we've found them for up to $38 off
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California hikers over the moon as iconic Bay Area Redwood forest trail reopens after $1.8 million renovation, using old, fallen trees to create paths
Workers used reclaimed wood to create benches, stairs, and fences to help people trek the Ben Johnson trail safely
Tired of sweaty feet on summer treks? These lightweight Keen hiking boots are "breathable and waterproof enough to deal with warm, damp weather" without sacrificing underfoot comfort, and they're 30% off right now
Deals The Keen Zionic hiking boots are a great option for hot-weather hiking, and boast ample rain-protection
The best barefoot running shoes 2025: feel connected to the trails and strengthen your stride
Get the perfect balance between trail feel and comfort with our guide to the best barefoot running shoes
Watson, Miroslaw, Anraku, and Seo return to winning ways in Climbing World Cup speed and lead climbing double-header
Spectators were treated to a thrilling couple of days of expert lead and speed climbing in Chamonix, France - read on for our roundup
Mountain rescuers teams scour the Italian Alps for British hiker who went missing five days ago, after texting a friend to say he'd lost the trail
The 33-year-old hasn't been hasn't been heard from since getting in contact with a friend to say he'd become lost and was taking a break
Stay dry and save $50 on this "magnificent, yet breathable" Salomon shell to find out why our trail running expert gave it a rare four-and-a-half-star rating
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Has anyone told Amazon it's not Prime Day anymore?! The mega sales event is over, but you can still snag great savings, including almost $500 off the high-tech Epix Pro (Gen 2) watch
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Climbing World Cup preview: the world's premier lead and speed climbers limber up for a thrilling World Cup double header in Chamonix
World-class climbers like Sorato Anraku and Aleksandra Miroslaw will return to the wall in pursuit of coveted series victories
There's no time to waste: One of our favorite Garmin sports watches is half-price for Prime Day, but you won't find this offer on Amazon
Deals The Garmin Instinct 2 is an adventure-ready sports watch, fit for heavy use on the trails, featuring plenty of detailed health trackers
Almost $150 off the Arc'teryx Beta SL jacket? We've rarely seen this awesome Gore-Tex shell for under $500, but right now you can get it for $350 without having to shop on Amazon
Deals Arc'teryx's Beta SL jacket uses a waterproof and windproof Gore-Tex membrane to keep you dry and comfy when the heavens open
What a bargain! Our expert reviewer adored these stable and bouncy Merrell trail running shoes - get yours for just $75 this Prime Day (without spending a penny on Amazon) and see why he gave them a rare four-and-a-half-star rating
Deals We've found another great deal this Prime Day, and it's not even on Amazon - the Merrell Agility Peak 5 trail running shoes are now half price!
