Outdoors
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Best hiking boots 2021: Comfy, rugged boots to tackle any trail
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Best women's hiking boots 2021: Sturdy yet comfy walking boots to tackle any terrain
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Best telescope for stargazing 2021: Visit the stars without leaving your home
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Best binoculars 2021: For birdwatching, nature spotting or general exploring
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Best action camera 2021: Rugged, feature rich cams for adrenaline junkies
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Best tent 2021: Pitch up and enjoy a night under canvas
Latest features
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Hanwag Banks Lady GTX vs Ariat Skyline Summit Gore-Tex: two top-performing leather hiking boots go toe-to-toe
The Hanwag Banks Lady and Ariat Skyline Summit women's hiking boots are both excellent all-rounders. But which one is worth your cash?
By Sian Lewis • Last updated
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Keen Terradora II Mid vs Merrell Bravada Mid: two summer-ready hiking boots compared
The Keen Terradora II Mid waterproof and the Merrell Bravada Mid waterproof are both popular trainer/hiking boot hybrids – but which is better?
By Sian Lewis • Last updated
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Hoka One One TenNine Hike GTX vs Columbia Facet OutDry 45: Which hiking boots are best for you?
Can't choose between the Hoka TenNine Hike and Columbia Facet hiking boots? Let us guide you
By Mark Mayne • Last updated
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Waterproof vs water-resistant jackets: what is the difference?
we explain the differences between waterproof and water-resistant fabrics, and where you should use them
By Ash Bhardwaj • Last updated
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Berghaus Hillwalker Trek vs Hanwag Banks: Which of these classic hiking boots is better?
Two big-hitter brands come together with two long-running favourite boots in our Hanwag Banks SF Extra GTX vs Berghaus Hillwalker Trek showdown
By Mark Mayne • Last updated
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What to aim your telescope at: Your guide to exploring the night sky
From the Moon and planets to star clusters and nebulae, here's what to point a 3" or 4" telescope at from the Northern Hemisphere
By Jamie Carter • Last updated
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Inov-8 Roclite vs Arcteryx Acrux Tr hiking boots: A technical hiking boot-battle royale
Both the Arc'teryx Acrux TR GTX and Inov-8 Roclite G345 bring plenty of technical expertise to the trails – but which boot is better?
By Mark Mayne • Last updated
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How to choose your first telescope
We guide you through the terms you need to know and the specs to look for when buying your first telescope
By Gavin Stoker • Last updated
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How to fit a backpack: Your handy checklist
Here's how to properly fit and adjust your hiking backpack to ensure comfort and even weight distribution
By Ash Bhardwaj • Last updated
