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![Kathmandu Heli R down jacket review](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/Kathmandu%20Heli%20R%20down%20jacket%20review.webp)
Standfirst: A great companion for winter layering or spring/autumn chills, we test out the Heli R down jacket from...
![F82830 FW18 l keb trousers long m fjaellraeven 21](/images/introimages/F82830_FW18_l_keb_trousers_long_m_fjaellraeven_21.webp)
Well-regarded outdoor classic walking trousers from premium Fjallraven brand get a facelift - are they still top-tier...
![HM Move StormMove shell jacket L](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/HM%20Move%20StormMove%20shell%20jacket_L.webp)
Bringing proper outdoor gear to the masses! We review the H&M StormMove 3-Layer Shell Jacket, a technical bit of kit...
![Arcteryx Beta LT jacket](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/Arcteryx%20Beta%20LT%20jacket.webp)
Just how many jackets does one woman need? We review the Arc’teryx Beta LT, a lightweight addition to your walking...
![Montane Icarus Lite jacket](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/Montane%20Icarus%20Lite%20jacket.webp)
This new insulated jacket from Montane is designed to sit close to the body for maximum heat retention. That doesn’t...
![Montane Spirit Lite](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/Montane%20Spirit%20Lite.webp)
This lightweight Gore-Tex shell jacket from Montane is built to withstand regular use in torrential rain, making it an...
![Rab Mythic Alpine Light](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/Rab%20Mythic%20Alpine%20Light.webp)
We review Rab's ultralight Mythic Alpine Light insulated jacket to find out how well it works on the mountains.
![Rab Cirrus Alpine](/images/gear/introimages/Rab%20Cirrus%20Alpine.webp)
If you want a great-looking insulated jacket the Rab Cirrus Alpine is a fantastic option.
![Rab Microlight Alpine](/images/introimages/Rab%20Microlight%20Alpine.webp)
We put Rab's popular Microlight Alpine Down Jacket to the test in frosty conditions.
![Rab Firewall](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/Rab%20Firewall.webp)
We review Rab's Firewall waterproof jacket and find it to be one of our favourite jackets of the year, read on to find...
![fjallraven ovik travel shirt](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/fjallraven-ovik-travel-shirt.webp)
As with many Fjallraven pieces, the Ovik Travel Shirt promises to be a versatile item - we put it to the test on the...
![Dryrobe advance long sleeve web](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/Dryrobe%20advance%20long%20sleeve%20web.webp)
We test the dryrobe Advance to find out if it can add comfort and convenience to wild swims.
![Roark Layover 2.0 web](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/Roark%20Layover%202.0%20web.webp)
US brand Roark are bringing their Western-influenced throwback style to a pair of travel-featured pants - our...
![Roark Nordsman Long Sleeve Flannel web](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/Roark%20Nordsman%20Long%20Sleeve%20Flannel%20web.webp)
The heavy flannel shirt is something of a staple for the outdoorsman, and we got the chance to review the...
![Craghoppers Dynamic Pro Trouser web](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/Craghoppers%20Dynamic%20Pro%20Trouser%20web.webp)
We put Craghoppers' Dynamic Pro walking trousers to the test.