Hiking Reviews

With a frame made from birch, this comfortable pack is perfect for heavy loads or even day hikes

The lightweight Berghaus MTN Guide Hyper Alpha jacket is a breathable waterproof shell with funky fluffy insulation for extra warmth

With a better hood and no forever chemicals, this straightforward rain jacket improves upon its predecessor as a reliable and packable wet weather companion

Salomon Outerpath 2.5L rain pants have comfort and convenience sewn – of should that be zipped – up but there are some freedom of movement issues

Super light and packable, these waterproof trousers are easy to pull on in a hurry when the heavens open

This lightweight vest provides powerful warmth with very little bulk

This tough, streamlined backpack has everything for alpine expeditions without too much fuss

The Peak Performance Helium Utility Flo Jacket boasts a style all its own but doesn’t compromise on practicality and warmth

We take to the hills with Highlander’s award-winning Ben Nevis 52L Rucksack to see if it lives up to the name of Scotland’s loftiest mountain

The Kathmandu Heli R Down Jacket may be lidless, but it still a wonderfully warm mid layer, made from recycled materials and stuffed with duck-down puff