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Breathable waterproof fabrics: 6 high-performing, rain-ready fabrics that rival Gore-Tex
By Julia Clarke last updated
Discover six breathable waterproof fabrics that deliver ultimate weather protection while keeping you from getting clammy on the dampest of days

Parts of a backpack: Our 101 on backpack anatomy - from large long-haulers to small daypacks and everything in between
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
A good backpack is essential, whether you're trudging around the local trails or heading into the mountains for a multi-day trek - here's how they work

I’m a mum who likes to hike: here’s how I update my kit to make it breastfeeding-friendly
By Abbie Driver published
A guide on what to wear for hikes and outdoor adventures with your breastfeeding baby or toddler

Long lines and scientists forced to clean bathrooms – America's national parks struggle with a significantly reduced workforce after Trump's mass firings
By Will Symons published
The National Park Service is struggling through a busy summer, after thousands of employees lost their jobs or took redundancy

I visited an Arc’teryx ReBird Service Center and discovered just how easy it is to keep my favorite outdoor gear in play
By Julia Clarke published
Arc’teryx’s ReBird center will wash, waterproof and repair your priciest outdoor gear, often for free

Getting cliffed out: stay safe and steer clear of this worst-case hiking scenario with our expert guide
By Julia Clarke last updated
Getting cliffed out is one of the worst things that can happen while hiking - here's how to avoid it, and what to do if it happens to you

"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
By Will Symons published
I met up with the AKA community hiking charity to scale Britain's tallest mountain in a trek supported by Helly Hansen

What is Columbia's Insect Shield technology? And does it really work against biting bugs on the trail?
By Julia Clarke last updated
We speak to Columbia’s VP of Innovation to find out how the brand's Insect Shield gear protects people against mosquitoes, ticks, midges and more
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