Reviews

We head out into the backcountry in the Fjällräven Vidda Pro Trousers, pants that boast great looks and top durability but are a little restrictive for our tester’s liking

Robust and versatile, the Osprey Wildwater Dry Bag is ideal for protecting gear on wet walks and aquatic adventures along wild coasts and rivers

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

This straightforward backpack is easy to pack, fits all your gear and delivers a comfortable carry

We take Montane’s adventure-ready Trailblazer XT25L Backpack into the mountains to test its backcountry credentials

Featuring recycled materials and designed with the circular economy in mind, we test the Nemo Forte Endless Promise Men’s Synthetic Sleeping Bag in the backcountry

The Revolution Race Aphex Pro is a burly, durable and reliable waterproof jacket that lends itself well to winter hillwalking in cold, wet weather

This retro-styled fleece harnesses the wisdom of nature with Columbia's newest insulating technology

Impossibly lightweight, this jacket has non-toxic gold – yes, gold – particles bonded to the goose down insulation for fast-drying performance in cold, wet weather

We get our eye in with the Nocs Provisions Field Tube 8x32 monocular to see how its compact optics enhance our backcountry nature watching