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SunGod Miras sitting on a rock on a hiking trail
SunGod Miras review: lightweight, everyday shades for smaller faces

By Julia Clarke Published

These featherweight shades are built for everyday use, but have their place on a day hike

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The Buff 5-Panel Air Cap on a pebbly beach.
Buff 5-Panel Air Cap review: lightweight and breathable, but offers little protection from the sun

By Pat Kinsella Published

A beautifully breathable small-peaked cap for protecting your eyes during summer escapades

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Julia Clarke wearing Smartwool Active Ultralite Headband
Smartwool Active Ultralite Headband review: don't sweat it on the trails

By Julia Clarke Published

Soft on your skin and helps keep you feeling cool when things heat up

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Collage of eight pairs of the best sunglasses on white background
The best sunglasses: for hiking throughout the year

By Emily Woodhouse Last updated

We've tested the best sunglasses, designed to protect your eyes from the sun's rays on the trails, for your year-round adventures

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Woman viewing solar eclipse
Hurry, these top-rated solar eclipse viewing glasses will sell out before April's total eclipse

By Julia Clarke Published

We've checked and these glasses meet all the safety requirements for you to enjoy the solar eclipse

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Collage of the best hiking hats
The best hiking hats: cozy beanies for mountains and sun hats for warmer days

By Pat Kinsella Last updated

Our roundup of the best hiking hats gives you a great selection, whether you're after a beanie for warmth, or a summer topper for shade

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Buff Active Merino Beanie
Buff Merino Active Beanie review: a high performer with a laidback look

By Julia Clarke Published

Versatile headgear that has a cool vibe but can hold up to the demands of cold weather adventures

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Buff CrossKnit Headband
Buff CrossKnit Headband review: manage your temperature during sweaty adventures on cold days

By Julia Clarke Published

This breathable, quick drying headband keeps your ears cozy when a cold wind is blowing, but doesn't get hot and itchy once you're warmed up

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Balaclava vs neck gaiter: balaclava
Balaclava vs neck gaiter: which is ideal for winter activities?

By Julia Clarke Last updated

Are you after the full-coverage, bank robber chic of the classic balaclava or the tube of elasticated fabric that is the now-ubiquitous neck gaiter?

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Julia Clarke wearing the Helly Hansen wool beanie
Helly Hansen Wool Beanie review: comfort meets warmth meets style

By Julia Clarke Published

A warm, wearable, merino wool beanie that’s comfortable on a winter hike and stylish enough to wear all winter

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