Hiking & Walking

We asked an outdoors expert for her advice on how to save on your hiking clothing and kit – here's what she said

By Ruth Hamilton Published 25 April 22

How To Hiking on your own? These top tips will help you to keep you safe out on the trails

By Lou Mudge Published 6 April 22

Heading out on the trails? Don't forget these day hike essentials

By Lou Mudge Published 28 March 22

Does the Moab 2 Mid Gore-Tex live up to its name as the “Mother Of All Boots”? We hit the trails to see what this hiking boot was made of…

By Tara Gardner Published 20 March 22

Hardy bootmaker turns its efforts to everyday comfort

By Ruth Hamilton Published 16 March 22

The new Infinity Microlight is more weatherproof than before, but still lightweight and cosy

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated 14 March 22

The old-school Danner Free Spirit walking boots will shine in town or on trail. Here's our review

By Mark Mayne Published 7 March 22

Lashings of wonder-material Graphene in the Inov-8 ROCFLY G 390 hiking boots add up to good news for walkers

By Mark Mayne Published 18 February 22

Comfort to the fore with the Keen NXIS Evo Mid Boot. Here's our review of this aggressively styled hiker

By Mark Mayne Published 17 February 22

The Garmin inReach Mini 2 is finally a hiking GPS to get excited about

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated 3 February 22

Finisterre's new Vellus parka is a winner for wintery days

By Ruth Hamilton Published 27 January 22

Do the Rocfly G 390 boots really "supercharge your feet"?

By Ruth Hamilton Published 21 December 21

Aussie brand has teamed up with Finisterre to create a vegan version of its iconic outdoors boot

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated 15 December 21

This elegant design includes all the practical tools you'd ever need, whether you're whittling a log or opening a bottle of red

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated 7 December 21

Another unusual design from Hoka One One, the Anacapa Low Gore-Tex Hiking Shoe delivers as promised, especially on comfort. Here's our review

By Mark Mayne Published 23 August 21

Four limited edition styles have been released to mark the brand's 100th Birthday

By Ruth Hamilton Published 30 July 21

Are Darn Tough socks worth it? We put them through their paces in our review

By Ruth Hamilton Published 7 July 21

Stay cool and comfortable on your next hike in Arc’teryx’s Alroy pant – just keep an eye on the rather odd sizing

By Sian Lewis Published 1 July 21

Take on the elements in a tough pair of Fjallraven’s Keb trousers, designed with proper adventures in mind

By Sian Lewis Published 1 July 21

New for 2021, the Osprey Tempest Pro (for women) and Talon Pro (for men) 28 litre packs are updated, mountain-ready versions of Osprey’s popular backpacks

By Sian Lewis Published 30 June 21

The Merrell Ontario 85 Wool Mid Waterproof hiking boot combines retro design flair with the latest technology, adding comfort and waterproofing to this stylish boot

By Lauren Allain Last updated 25 June 21

Versus Thick or thin? Wool or synthetic? Here's how to pick the perfect socks to see your comfortably on your way

By Aoife Glass Published 7 June 21

Compression socks could improve hiking performance and aid recovery. Here's what you need to know

By Aoife Glass Published 3 June 21

The Tracker Forest ESC brings Vivobarefoot's minimalist ethos to an ultra high-performance boot

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated 27 May 21

Liberate your feet in a pair of sturdy flip flops – Columbia's Kea II toe post sandals are a cut above your aver with comfortable walking in mind

By Sian Lewis Published 10 May 21

The Columbia Trailstorm Mid boot won't weigh you down – but does it stand up to the elements? Here's our review

By Sian Lewis Last updated 30 April 21

Versus We compare the Scarpa's Mescalito to the Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX, to see if a distance-focused approach shoe or a hybrid hiking shoe will suit you better

By Matt Ray Published 8 April 21