Splash around safely: new app uses high-tech underwater sensors to judge water quality for British swimmers
Open water swimmers in Shropshire, England, can check daily data and swim without worrying about pollution
Buying Guides
The best rain pants 2025: tackle the elements in lightweight, breathable trousers
Don't let the rain ruin your plans. Hit the trails and stay dry in the best rain pants available now
The best binoculars 2025: for wildlife watching, crag appraisal and more
We've tested and rated the best binoculars and to bring focus to your wildlife-watching and stargazing
The best one-person tents: snug and sturdy shelters for solo camping and backpacking trips
Our roundup of the best one-person tents details the finest options for lone wilderness adventures
Reviews
Peak Performance Freelight Polartec Power Grid Crew review: a lightweight mid-layer for active pursuits
The Freelight Polartec Power Grid Crew is an ultralight mid-layer with a relaxed fit and an impressive warmth-to-weight ratio
Hiking
Our expert loved these "functional and fashionable" Helly Hansen hiking shoes - save $35 and get yours now to find out why he gave them a near-perfect review
Deals The Helly Hansen Switchback Trial HT hiking shoes are well-equipped to take on rainy days on Autumn hiking trails
The trek to Everest Base Camp was even tougher than I expected – I wouldn’t change a thing
Altitude aches, a chance encounter with Tenzing Norgay's son, unforgettable alpine starts on one of mountaineering’s most iconic destinations
Fjällräven Abisko Hybrid Trail Trousers review: move over, Keb Curved, I wore these to Everest Base Camp and they're my new favorite hiking pants
These versatile trekking pants are lightweight and breathable, but offer great protection across the season
Lowa Innovo Mid GTX hiking boots review: A gorgeous 3-season park-to-peak pair of hiking hooves
A wearable work of art, the versatile Innovos are comfortable, confident, supportive and protective all day long
Camping
“It’s better to buy once, and buy well” – pro tips for extending the life of your outdoor gear
We speak to the vice president of Arc’teryx’s circularity program to find out how you can keep your gear out of the landfill for longer
Columbia Skien Valley Shirt review: a light and breezy, insect-repelling, sun-deflecting hiking shirt
Part of Columbia’s Insect Shield Collection, this lightweight, long-sleeved collared shirt is ideal for summer walking, backpacking, camping and tropical travel
The top-rated Nemo Tensor All-Season Ultralight Sleeping Pad is a bargain right now in REI's Labor Day sale – grab yours for under $150
Deals This warm sleeping pad is perfect as the weather cools, and it's 25% off
The best one-person tents: snug and sturdy shelters for solo camping and backpacking trips
Our roundup of the best one-person tents details the finest options for lone wilderness adventures
Trail Running
Hoka Mafate X trail running shoe review: a shock-absorbing comfort fest for bouncing along gravel trails
This plush, towering trail shoe is a bit of a heavyweight, but it surprises with its grip and stability
“I broke all the rules that people set for women to run safely” – how ultra runner Keri Wallace overcame her fear of the dark, and set a world record
We speak to Keri Wallace, the first-ever woman to run the West Highland Way solo, unsupported, and in winter
“It’s better to buy once, and buy well” – pro tips for extending the life of your outdoor gear
We speak to the vice president of Arc’teryx’s circularity program to find out how you can keep your gear out of the landfill for longer
How dope dyeing is making your outdoor gear more sustainable
We take a look at what dope dyeing is, and how it’s getting us one step closer to reducing our carbon footprint while we adventure outdoors
Climbing
I climbed a mountain to celebrate International Women’s Day – and got mansplained at the top
Even at the top of a mountain in the Scottish Highlands, these elite runners weren’t safe from mansplaining – why is it so hard for men to respect women in the hills?
Climbing a via ferrata in Corsica: where rugged mountain adventure meets the Mediterranean
We head to the mountainous Mediterranean island of Corsica to hike, mountain bike and climb in one day
Altitude training from anywhere – can simple breathwork help you climb the world’s highest peaks?
A new breathwork program is designed to help people navigate high altitude zones more effortlessly
I spent a day in the hills with mountain rescue, and I’m never going out unprepared again
It turns out calling mountain rescue isn't like calling an Uber...
Rescue attempts abandoned for Russian climber who became stranded on a 24,000ft peak after breaking her leg, despite son's belief that she's still alive
Efforts to save Natalia Nagovitsina have been called off after freezing weather and multiple failed rescue attempts, which saw another climber die from hypothermia
Tech
The social bonds that come from running together, and how to stop your Garmin watch from squeezing the joy out of your time on the trail
Is your GPS watch all it’s cracked up to be? Author and anthropologist Michael Crawley talks about his research on tech in ultra running
Water Sports
British Olympian swims the largest lakes in England, Wales, and Scotland in under 24 hours in campaign against water pollution
Hector Pardoe put a unique twist on the famous three peaks hiking challenge to raise awareness of water pollution
Snow Sports
Blue skies, back bowls and big days on the hill: a late-season ski trip to Vail
We head to one of the biggest ski resorts in the world to discover what the Rocky Mountains have to offer
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