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Big changes may be coming for Komoot users as the navigation app is taken over by firm with a history of slashing jobs
The Komoot app recently extended its paywall, before the buy out by an Italian tech company
How to navigate in winter: our top tips
The challenge of navigating in winter is greater than at other times of the year, here’s how to manage it
5 reasons you need a compass: safe and enjoyable nav in the great outdoors
We asked one of our hiking experts to explain the reasons you need a compass: from the rewards of backcountry navigation to its safety benefits
Hikers promised a better navigation experience with new Apple Maps update
New features improve navigation and provide greater detail for hikers relying on the app
The best navigation apps 2025: find your way in the great outdoors
Our pick of the best navigation apps for route planning, nav during adventures, sharing experiences and inspiration
Types of compass and how to choose the right navigational tool for your outdoor adventures
We take a look at different types of compass and consider which are best suited to activities like trail running, day hikes and longer treks
What is trig bagging – and why is it popular with walkers and runners?
Discover how a historic mapping scheme now provides a focus for a modern-day British outdoor pursuit
How to take a bearing: navigate the backcountry with confidence
Our mountain expert on how to take a bearing and then follow it in the right direction, even when the conditions are at their most challenging
