Top ten lists for gear and travel
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Home to fantastic hiking paths offering spectacular views of sparkling lakes and sweeping valleys, the Austrian Tirol proves ever-more popular with walkers each summer. A varied programme of routes is available: from iconic paths to lesser-known trails, there’s something for everyone. Not sure where to start? Here are five...
These backpacks are light and nimble while being technical enough to lug your climbing, hiking or cycling gear around for a full day, read the reviews to find out what we thought.
We put 5 lightweight camping stoves to the test to see how well they performed, read the reviews here.
Crossover gear is one of the biggest trends in the outdoor sector, with brands increasingly looking to design gear to go anywhere and do anything. We put 7 of the best shoes built for this purpose to the test to see if they could perform from trail to trattoria....
Adventure sports in Slovenia offer a unique way to explore the country’s remarkable and varied terrain. Go rafting, canyoning or climbing for an adrenalin rush. Hop on a bike to discover the mountain terrain, take to the air for a bird’s eye view or really get under the surface...
With an extra bit of planning before you set off on your adventure, it gives the chance to ensure you have everything covered on your break, whatever the weather. Take a look at these handy tips to make the most of your self-catering holiday in the UK. ...
From hotels and refuges only reachable by cable car or on foot, to luxury spa resorts and a modernist villa, here are 7 retreats for exploring some of the world’s most beautiful mountains.
These jackets will protect you from wind and rain but also look good enough to wear daily and be practical enough to take with you on your travels.
We pick 6 pairs of trousers that have genuine hiking pedigree but still cut a dash off the trail, allowing you to pack less and enjoy your travels more.
Lightweight three season walking boots are a mightily versatile offering that will carry you in all but the most technical of hiking terrain, we pick 7 of the best here.
The Austrian Tirol is an ideal destination for cyclists on and off-road, with 5,300 km of designated mountain-bike tracks, 240 km of singletrack trails to experience, and 3,800 km of road-cycling routes to explore.
Access into the Pyrenees is easy from the UK and the huge number of trails traversing them in every direction makes them perfect for exploring by foot. Pyrenees specialists Pyrenean Odysseys reveal 7 fantastic multi-day walks in this captivating landscape.
From the coast to its pristine lakes and high, untouched mountains, Slovenia has 10,000km of walking trails and more than 700 themed hikes, making it a paradise for those who prefer their roads less travelled. Here are six hikes that reveal the best this largely untouched mountainous country has...
Looking for big adventure from your short break? Whether your tipple is hiking, cycling, paddling or all of the above check out our 12 favourite adventure holidays that can be taken in a long weekend for inspiration.
From the Lake District to Switzerland, London, the Dolomites and back to Snowdonia, these are our top five festivals for lovers of the outdoors in 2017.
