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Highly recommended hiking gear for UK trails, hand-picked and updated regularly as I discover kit worth knowing about.
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Camping
600ml Titanium Camping Pot
Lightweight and durable cookware that won't weigh down your rucksack on multi-day treks. Essential gear for backcountry cooking on UK trails.
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Footwear
Altra Lone Peak 7 Trail Running Shoes
Delivers superior grip and stability on technical terrain, keeping your feet secure on rocky descents. Perfect for tackling demanding UK trails with confiden…
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Apparel
Berghaus Men's Prism Micro Interactive Polartec Fleece
Delivers lightweight warmth and breathability when layering for unpredictable UK weather. Perfect as a mid-layer fleece for your next UK hiking adventure.
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Lighting
Black Diamond Spot 400 Headtorch
Never let fading light cut your UK hiking adventure short with reliable hands-free illumination. Essential headlamp for early starts and late finishes on UK …
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Apparel
Buff Merino Wool Neckwarmer
Keeps your neck warm and dry in harsh weather, eliminating the need for bulky scarves on the trail. Layer it under your waterproof jacket for UK hiking adven…
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Apparel
Darn Tough Hiker Micro Crew Socks
Keep your feet blister-free and comfortable on demanding hikes with merino wool cushioning. The perfect hiking socks for tackling UK trails in any season.
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Accessories
DJI Neo 2 Fly More Combo
Captures stunning aerial footage of your UK hiking adventures without weighing down your backpack. Perfect for documenting those epic UK trails.
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Accessories
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Adventure Combo
Captures stunning 4K footage of your outdoor adventures while keeping your hands free for trekking poles and navigation. Document your next UK trail with pro…
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Accessories
FLEXTAILGEAR MAX Pump
Inflates your sleeping pad and camping gear in seconds, saving time and energy on the trail. Essential for UK hiking adventures and multi-day treks.
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Accessories
Foxelli Carbon Fiber Walking Poles
Reduce strain on your knees and joints while tackling steep UK terrain with confidence. Essential trekking poles for challenging UK trails.
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Camping
Green Haven Butane Gas Canisters
Provides reliable fuel for your camp stove so you can cook hot meals wherever your UK hiking adventure takes you. Essential for backcountry cooking on UK tra…
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Footwear
Grisport Fuse Trekking Boots
Keeps your feet dry and supported on challenging terrain so you can tackle any UK trail with confidence. Perfect hiking boots for UK hiking adventures.
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Accessories
Highlander Waterproof Rucksack Transit Cover
Protects your backpack and gear from rain and mud during transport and storage. Essential for serious UK hikers tackling wet trails.
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Camping
Lanshan Outdoor Ultralight Camping Tent
Cuts pack weight dramatically so you can trek further with less strain on your rucksack. Perfect for multi-day UK hiking adventures.
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Accessories
Leki Makalu Lite Trekking Poles
Reduce strain on your knees and joints while tackling steep terrain and long distances. Perfect trekking poles for challenging UK trails.
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Safety
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
Never worry about finding safe drinking water on your UK hiking adventures. Essential for any rucksack exploring UK trails.
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Accessories
Magnetic MagSafe Power Bank 10000mAh
Keep your devices charged on multi-day treks when carrying a heavy rucksack through remote terrain. Essential power for your UK hiking adventures.
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Hydration
Membrane Solutions Water Filter Straw
Drink safely from streams and rivers without carrying heavy water bottles on your hike. Essential for any UK hiking adventure.
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Apparel
Montane Men's Terra Pants
Keeps you dry and comfortable in unpredictable UK weather without compromising on durability. Essential hiking wear for challenging UK trails.
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Apparel
Niorasen Merino Wool Hiking Socks
Keeps your feet warm, dry and blister-free on demanding UK trails. Perfect hiking socks for your next UK hiking adventure.
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Camping
OEX Drift 1000 Sleeping Bag
Keeps you warm and comfortable on chilly nights so you can focus on enjoying the outdoors. Perfect for UK hiking adventures and multi-day treks.
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Backpacks
OEX Vallo Air 36L Rucksack
Designed to keep you comfortable on full-day hikes with its ventilated back panel and balanced weight distribution. Perfect for tackling UK trails and multi-…
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Backpacks
OMM Chest Pod
Keep your essentials accessible without digging through your rucksack during UK hikes. The smart addition to your hiking kit for UK trails.
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Navigation
OS Explorer OL4 – Lake District North West
Navigate the fells and valleys with confidence using this detailed mapping essential. Perfect for UK hiking adventures across Lake District trails.
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Navigation
OS Explorer OL5 – Lake District North East
Navigate remote fells and valleys with precision using this detailed 1:25,000 scale map. Essential navigation for UK hiking adventures across Lake District t…
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Backpacks
Osprey Men's Rook
A versatile rucksack that keeps your essentials organised and accessible on every adventure. Perfect for UK trails and multi-day hiking expeditions.
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Backpacks
Osprey Talon 22 Backpack
Designed to carry your essentials comfortably on day hikes without unnecessary weight or bulk. Perfect for exploring UK trails with a reliable rucksack.
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Accessories
Sea to Summit Ultralight Dry Bag
Keeps your gear completely dry during river crossings and wet weather on UK hiking adventures. Essential for any backpack on challenging UK trails.
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Camping
Sea to Summit X-Mug
Keeps your hot drinks warm during chilly camping trips without adding weight to your rucksack. Essential gear for UK trail adventures.
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Navigation
Silva Expedition 4 Compass
Navigate UK trails with confidence using a reliable compass when technology fails. Essential navigation gear for serious UK hiking adventures.
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Lighting
Silva Explore 4 Headtorch
Hands-free lighting lets you navigate confidently on early morning or evening UK hikes without fumbling with a torch. Essential for UK trails where daylight …
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Camping
Trekology UL80 Camping Mat
Provides superior comfort and insulation on cold nights, eliminating uncomfortable ground contact during your outdoor adventures. Perfect for UK hiking trips…
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Apparel
Trespass Adults Waterproof Jacket Qikpac - Lightweight Packaway Raincoat
Trespass Adults Waterproof Jacket Qikpac. Stays dry and comfortable on unpredictable UK trails without the bulk of traditional raincoats. Essential waterproo…
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Camping
Vango Nitestar Alpha 250 Sleeping Bag
Keeps you warm and comfortable on chilly camping nights without bulk or weight. Perfect for UK hiking adventures and multi-day treks.
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Footwear
Merrell Moab 2 Vent Hiking Shoe
One of the most trusted hiking shoes on the trail: breathable mesh upper, Vibram outsole, and a fit that works from day one. Perfect for summer hikes where w…
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Footwear
Salomon XA Pro 3D GTX Trail Running Shoes
Gore-Tex waterproofing, Contagrip outsole, and Salomon's 3D chassis underfoot. Handles technical terrain and wet days without asking for anything in return. …
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Footwear
Oboz Sawtooth II Mid B-Dry Hiking Boot
B-Dry waterproofing keeps your feet dry while the lugged outsole handles loose rock and mud equally well. Mid-height ankle collar gives protection on uneven …
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Accessories
TheFitLife Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles
Cork grip handles sweaty palms better than foam on hot days. Anti-shock mechanism takes the sting out of steep descents. Packs into three sections for your r…
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Hydration
Osprey Hydraulics LT 2.5L Water Reservoir
Tool-free cleaning, a wide-mouth opening that actually fits your hand, and a bite valve that doesn't need a manual to use. Fits most hydration-compatible pac…
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Apparel
Darn Tough Vermont Merino Wool Boot Socks
Merino wool cushioning, a lifetime guarantee, and a fit that doesn't bunch or slide. Your feet are doing the hardest work on the trail: give them something t…
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Backpacks
Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Day Pack 20L
Packs down to the size of a fist, weighs barely anything, and holds 20 litres when you need it. Perfect for summit days when you want a lightweight pack for …
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Backpacks
Osprey Men's Atmos Ag 65l
Osprey Men's Atmos AG 65L Backpack. Distributes weight evenly across your hips and shoulders for comfortable long-distance trekking without fatigue. Perfect …
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Footwear
Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX
Keeps your feet dry and supported on wet, rocky terrain so you can hike with confidence. Perfect hiking boots for UK trails.
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Footwear
Merrell Moab 3 Mid GTX
Keep your feet dry and supported on wet, muddy terrain with waterproof protection and reliable grip. Essential hiking boots for UK trails.
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Footwear
Scarpa Zodiac Plus GTX
Keeps your feet dry and comfortable on wet, challenging mountain terrain. Essential hiking boots for UK trails and alpine adventures.
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Backpacks
Osprey Stratos 34
Osprey Stratos 34 Backpack. Designed to carry all your hiking essentials comfortably on full-day adventures without weighing you down. Perfect for exploring …
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Backpacks
Deuter Speed Lite 25
Lightweight design reduces fatigue on demanding hikes without sacrificing storage space. Perfect rucksack for tackling challenging UK trails.
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Lighting
Petzl Actik Core
Hands-free lighting for early starts and late finishes on UK hiking adventures. Essential headtorch for UK trails.
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Apparel
Rab Microlight Alpine Down Jacket
Provides lightweight insulation that keeps you warm without bulk on mountain adventures. Essential layering piece for UK hiking trails.
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Footwear
Lowa Renegade GTX Mid
Keeps your feet dry and supported on wet, rocky terrain so you can hike with confidence. Essential hiking boots for exploring UK trails.
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Footwear
Hoka Anacapa Mid GTX
Keeps your feet dry and supported on wet, rocky terrain where standard hiking boots slip. Perfect for tackling UK trails in all weathers.
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Footwear
La Sportiva TX5 GTX
Keep your feet dry and supported on wet, rocky terrain with these grippy approach shoes. Perfect for UK hiking adventures on challenging trails.
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Apparel
Rab Downpour Plus 2.0
Keeps you dry and comfortable in heavy rain without weighing you down on the trail. Your essential waterproof jacket for UK hiking adventures.
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Apparel
Montane Phase XT Jacket
Keeps you dry and comfortable when unpredictable weather strikes on the trail. Essential waterproof jacket for UK hiking adventures.
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Apparel
Berghaus Paclite 2.0 Jacket
Keeps you dry and comfortable in unpredictable British weather without the bulk. Essential waterproof jacket for exploring UK trails.
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Navigation
Garmin inReach Mini 2
Stay connected and safe on remote UK trails where mobile signal fails. Essential GPS watch technology for serious UK hiking adventures.
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Navigation
Garmin eTrex 32x
Never lose your way on remote UK trails with reliable GPS navigation in your pocket. Essential hiking companion for UK outdoor adventures.
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Navigation
Garmin GPSMAP 67
Never lose your way on remote UK trails with precise GPS navigation and offline mapping. Essential navigation gear for UK hiking adventures.
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Backpacks
Osprey Renn 65 Womens Backpack
Built for multi-day adventures, this rucksack solves the struggle of carrying all your essentials comfortably on extended treks. Perfect for conquering UK tr…
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Backpacks
Deuter Aircontact Core 65+10
Provides superior comfort and support for multi-day treks with its innovative air contact system and expandable capacity. Perfect for challenging UK hiking a…
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Accessories
Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Poles
Reduce fatigue and joint strain on steep ascents and descents across UK mountains. Essential trekking poles for challenging UK trails.
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Accessories
Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork Poles
Reduce fatigue and joint strain on steep descents while improving stability on uneven terrain. Essential trekking poles for tackling challenging UK trails.
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Navigation
Suunto Core All Black Watch
Navigate confidently on UK trails with built-in compass and altitude data. Essential navigation gear for UK hiking adventures.
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Navigation
Garmin Fenix 7S Multisport GPS Watch
Never lose your way on remote UK trails with precise GPS navigation and route tracking. Essential companion for UK hiking adventures.
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Navigation
Suunto 9 Peak GPS Watch
Never lose your way on remote UK trails with accurate GPS navigation and multi-day battery life. Essential for serious UK hiking adventures.
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Apparel
Arc'teryx Rho Lightweight Beanie
Ad | Cold ears end a good walk faster than cold feet. The Arc'teryx Rho Lightweight Beanie is a thin merino layer that cuts wind on exposed ridges without co…
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Apparel
Arc'teryx Venta Windproof Gloves
Ad | There's a specific misery in numb fingers on a summit gate. The Arc'teryx Venta Windproof Gloves block the wind without the bulk of a full winter glove,…
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Accessories
Arc'teryx Bird Head Toque
Ad | The Arc'teryx Bird Head Toque is a snug wool knit built for properly cold starts: think frosty car parks in the Forest of Dean before sunrise. It layers…
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Backpacks
Rab Filament Beanie
Ad | Cold ears end a good ridge walk faster than cold hands. The Rab Filament Beanie packs light enough for the rucksack lid year round and holds its warmth …
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Apparel
Rab Filament Neck Tube
Ad | A neck gaiter earns its keep on a Welsh ridge in February, when the wind comes sideways and doesn't let up. The Rab Filament Neck Tube is quick drying f…
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Lighting
Black Diamond Storm 500-R Headlamp
Ad | Winter walks in the Mendips or the Brecon Beacons mean early dark, and the Storm 500-R earns its keep: rechargeable, waterproof to IPX8, and bright enou…
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Lighting
Black Diamond Cosmo 300 Headlamp
Ad | A solid, no fuss headlamp for UK trails: 300 lumens, a simple dial control, and enough battery life for a full winter walk on the Cotswold Way. Good val…
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Backpacks
Black Diamond Astro 300 Lumen Head Torch
Ad | The Astro 300 is the one that lives in the bottom of the rucksack for when a Forest of Dean walk runs later than planned. Light, simple, and bright enou…
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Lighting
Petzl Iko Core Headlamp
Ad | The Iko Core sits at the top end for a reason: a rechargeable core battery, a strap that does not slip on a wet Brecon Beacons ridge, and a beam that ha…
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Lighting
Petzl Tikkina Headlamp
Ad | An honest, entry level headlamp for anyone starting out on winter walks in the Wye Valley or Somerset. Not the brightest or the fanciest, but reliable f…
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Lighting
Black Diamond Trail Trekking Poles
Ad | These Black Diamond Trail poles earn their keep on the steep pulls out of the Wye Valley and the boggy stretches across the Mendips. Adjustable, foldabl…
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Lighting
Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Poles
Ad | For long days on the Cotswold Way or a fast pack up the Black Mountains, these Black Diamond Distance Z poles fold down to almost nothing and barely reg…
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Backpacks
Osprey Ultralight Dry Sack 12L
Ad | Forest of Dean drizzle has a way of finding every gap in a rucksack, which is exactly why this Osprey dry sack earns a permanent spot in mine. The 12L s…
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Backpacks
Osprey Ultralight Dry Sack 20L
Ad | Bigger than its 12L sibling and just as reliable, this Osprey 20L dry sack handles a full change of clothes or a wet tent without blinking. Useful for a…
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Accessories
Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Dry Sack 8L
Ad | Barely weighs anything, which is the whole point when you're counting grams on a long day across the Black Mountains. This Sea to Summit 8L dry sack kee…
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Accessories
Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Dry Bag 8L
Ad | Keep spare layers and snacks bone dry on wet Welsh and Cotswold trails. This 8L Ultra-Sil sack weighs next to nothing, rolls down small, and shrugs off …
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Accessories
Sea to Summit SN240 Pack Cover (Medium)
Ad | A pack cover is one of those bits of kit you only think about halfway up the Malverns when the sky opens. This Sea to Summit SN240 in a medium fit slips…
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Backpacks
Sea to Summit SN240 Pack Cover (Large)
Ad | For bigger packs on multi-day routes, this Large SN240 cover from Sea to Summit fits 70L plus rucksacks without straining at the seams. Genuinely waterp…
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Backpacks
Osprey Men's Exos 48 Ultralight Backpack
Ad | The Exos 48 is Osprey's ultralight answer for multi-day routes without hauling a heavier 60L pack for a weekend's kit. The AirSpeed mesh back panel keep…
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Osprey Men's Exos 58 Ultralight Backpack
Ad | Same ultralight build as the Exos 48, with the extra capacity for longer trips or bulkier winter kit. The 58L size suits a proper multi-day route throug…
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Backpacks
Osprey Talon 33 Backpack
Ad | The Osprey Talon 33 is the pack I reach for on longer Cotswold and Brecon Beacons days out: ventilated back panel, trekking pole attachments, and enough…
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Backpacks
Osprey Tempest 30 Women's Backpack
Ad | Osprey's Tempest range is built for women who want a pack that actually fits: adjustable torso, ventilated panel, room for a 30 litre load. Good for a f…
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Backpacks
Gregory Zulu Backpack
Ad | The Gregory Zulu is one of the most comfortable ventilated packs going, and that matters on warm days in the Mendips or Quantocks. A responsive suspende…
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Backpacks
Gregory Jade 38 Women's Backpack
Ad | Gregory's Jade 38 is sized for women and built for comfort on a big day out: adjustable hipbelt, ventilated back panel, room for wet kit. Ideal for the …
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Backpacks
Montane Trailblazer 30 Backpack
Ad | Montane's Trailblazer 30 is a proper British choice for UK trails: minimalist design, weatherproof fabric, and light enough that you forget it's there u…
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Apparel
Montane Trailblazer 44 Pack
Ad | Montane's Trailblazer 44 gives a full day's kit room without the bulk: weatherproof fabric, minimalist frame, comfortable over long miles in the Brecon …
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Camping
MSR Hubba NX 1 Lightweight Tent
Ad | The MSR Hubba NX packs down small and pitches fast: a genuine one-person option for solo nights on the Cambrian Way or a wild camp above the Wye Valley.…
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Camping
MSR Hubba Hubba NX 2 Tent
Ad | Room for two and still light enough to carry comfortably: the Hubba Hubba NX earns its reputation on longer UK routes, from the Brecon Beacons to a two …
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Footwear
MSR Elixir 1 Tent
Ad | The Elixir 1 is MSR's more affordable route into solo backpacking: sturdy poles, a proper porch for wet boots, and enough weatherproofing for a Welsh su…
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Backpacks
MSR Elixir 2 Tent
Ad | The MSR Elixir 2 is the tent I'd point a first time backpacker toward on the Cambrian Way or a wet weekend in the Brecon Beacons: freestanding, quick to…
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Camping
Sea to Summit Telos TR2 Tent
Ad | The Telos TR2 is the tent I'd pitch for a wild camp in the Brecon Beacons or a wet weekend on the Cambrian Way: freestanding, well ventilated, and light…
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Apparel
Sea to Summit Alto TR1 Tent
Ad | Solo wild camping calls for a tent that packs small and pitches fast, and the Alto TR1 does both. Sea to Summit's Tension Ridge design gives you proper …
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Camping
Jetboil Flash Cooking System
Ad | Nothing beats a hot brew after a cold ridge walk, and the Jetboil Flash gets water boiling in around 100 seconds. The colour changing FluxRing indicator…
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Camping
Jetboil Zip Cooking System
Ad | The Zip is Jetboil's lightest, most packable system, ideal for solo trips where every gram counts. Simple push button ignition means no fumbling with ma…
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Camping
Jetboil MiniMo Cooking System
Ad | The MiniMo's wider pot and simmer control make it the better choice if you actually want to cook, not just boil water, on the trail. Stable base for une…
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Lighting
Jetboil Stash Ultralight Stove
Ad | Boiled water in under 3 minutes on a blustery Welsh ridge, and the whole stove packs down smaller than a mug. Good for solo wild camps in the Brecon Bea…
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Camping
MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove
Ad | Fits in the palm of your hand and boils a brew fast, even with a bit of wind coming off the moor. A solid choice for Dartmoor or Pembrokeshire coast pat…
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Apparel
Primus Essential Trail Stove
Ad | Straightforward canister stove that lights first time, rain or shine, on the Cotswold Way or up in the Black Mountains. Sturdy pot supports for slightly…
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Hydration
Platypus SoftBottle 1L
Ad | Rolls up to nothing once it's empty, so it earns its place in the side pocket on longer Wye Valley or Forest of Dean routes. Light, tough, and doesn't s…
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Hydration
Platypus GravityWorks Filter System
Ad | Hang it, let gravity do the work, and you've got clean water without pumping your arm off. Useful for multi-day routes through the Brecon Beacons or Lak…
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Hydration
Katadyn BeFree Water Filter
Ad | Squeeze, drink, done. The Katadyn BeFree filters straight from streams and puddles on Welsh and Cotswold trails alike, no pumping required. Good for any…
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Hydration
Katadyn Hiker Pro Filter
Ad | For longer days out where you need a proper flow rate, the Hiker Pro pumps clean water from becks and rivers fast. A solid choice for Dartmoor or the Ca…
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Hydration
Hydro Flask Standard Mouth 21oz
Ad | Cold water stays cold on a hot Cotswold ridge, hot tea stays hot on a wet Forest of Dean morning. The Standard Mouth 21oz fits most bottle pockets and t…
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Hydration
Hydro Flask Wide Mouth 32oz
Ad | More capacity for longer routes: the Wide Mouth 32oz is built for full days on the Wye Valley or Brecon ridgelines where refill points are few. Wide ope…
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Hydration
CamelBak Chute Mag Bottle
Ad | The magnetic cap tucks out of the way while you drink, which sounds small until you're scrambling over a stile with poles in one hand. A dependable ever…
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Hydration
Sea to Summit Watercell X 6L
Ad | Enough water for a full day on the Beacons or out on Dartmoor, without a rigid bottle eating into pack space. This 6L Watercell rolls flat when empty, d…
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Apparel
Fjällräven Classic Knit Hat
Ad | The hat that actually stays on in a Pennine gale. Fjällräven's Classic Knit Hat is proper wool, snug enough for exposed ridgelines and cold starts on …
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Apparel
Sea to Summit Alpha Light Utensils Spork
Ad | The spork that ends the great fork-versus-spoon debate on the trail. Sea to Summit's Alpha Light Utensils Spork is anodised aluminium, feather-light, an…
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Accessories
Sea to Summit Pocket Trowel
Ad | The unglamorous bit of kit nobody talks about until they need it. Sea to Summit's Pocket Trowel digs a proper cathole in Welsh peat or Somerset clay wit…
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Lighting
Black Diamond HotForge Screwgate Carabiner
Ad | Not just for climbers. This Black Diamond HotForge screwgate carabiner earns its place on any UK walking kit list: clip a water bottle to your pack, sec…
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Backpacks
Black Diamond ATC Belay Device
Ad | The ATC that lives in half the rucksacks on Tryfan and Crib Goch. Compact, reliable, no fuss when the exposure ramps up on a UK scramble. Worth packing …
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Footwear
Hoka Speedgoat 5 Trail Running Shoes
Ad | Deep lugs and a rockered sole that actually cope with Welsh mud and Peak District grit. Built for technical, wet terrain, which covers most UK trail day…
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Hydration
CamelBak Eddy+ 1L Bottle
Ad | A bottle you can drink from one handed on the move, useful on any long ridge walk. The bite valve seals properly, so it won't leak into your pack on the…
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Footwear
Nemo Hornet OSMO 2P Tent
Ad | A two person tent light enough to justify carrying up a Welsh 3000 for a wild camp, with enough porch space to keep boots and a stove dry. Built for pro…
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Apparel
Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily Neck Gaiter
Ad | A neck gaiter that earns its place for sun and midge protection on summer ridge walks, then doubles as an extra layer when the wind picks up on an expos…
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Camping
MSR PocketRocket Deluxe Stove
Ad | The MSR PocketRocket Deluxe folds down to pocket size and boils water fast, perfect for wild camping across the Brecon Beacons or a Forest of Dean overn…
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Backpacks
Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Dry Sack 13L
Ad | Thirteen litres is the sweet spot for keeping a spare fleece and map dry on wet Cotswold or Wye Valley walks. Roll top seal, welded seams, barely weighs…
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Footwear
Grisport Dartmoor Hiking Boots
Ad | Full grain leather, a proper Vibram sole, and a price that will not make you wince if they get muddy on the Somerset Mendips. These have been a reliable…
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Apparel
Rab Women's Power Stretch Pro Gloves
Ad | Power Stretch Pro fleece keeps fingers warm without the bulk, and the grippy palm means walking poles do not slide about on a frosty Cotswold morning. A…
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Accessories
Leki Cressida Speed Lock Walking Poles
Ad | Speed Lock adjustment means these go from packed to trail ready in seconds, useful when the weather turns on an exposed Brecon Beacons ridge. Sturdy, we…
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Camping
Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Tent
Ad | Packing a two person tent for a multi day trail in Wales or the Lakes and every gram counts. The Copper Spur HV UL2 pitches fast when the weather turns …
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Camping
Primus Lite+ Stove System
Ad | Nothing beats a hot brew after a wet slog up the Brecon Beacons or a cold morning on the Cotswold Way, and the Primus Lite+ boils water fast even when t…
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Footwear
Scarpa Mojito
Ad | The Scarpa Mojito has been a trail favourite for years, and it earns that reputation on wet Cotswold paths and gritty Forest of Dean tracks alike. The V…
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Navigation
Sea to Summit Lightweight Dry Bag 20L
Ad | Bristol weather rarely commits to a forecast, so a proper dry bag earns its place in the pack. This Sea to Summit 20L roll top keeps spare layers, maps …
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Lighting
Petzl Swift RL Headlamp
Ad | Winter walking in the South West means finishing routes in the dark more often than not. The Petzl Swift RL reads the light around you and adjusts the b…
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Camping
Nemo Dagger Ridge OSMO 2P Tent
Ad | For wild camping in the Brecon Beacons or a weekend on the Pembrokeshire coast path, the Nemo Dagger Ridge OSMO packs light and pitches quickly even whe…
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Backpacks
Fjällräven Abisko Hike 35L Backpack
Ad | The Abisko Hike 35 sits comfortably for long days on the Cotswold Way or a multi day stretch of the Wales Coast Path. Vented back panel, sensible pocket…
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Apparel
Montane Respond Dry Line Insulated Waterproof Mittens
Ad | Cold, wet hands ruin a good winter walk fast. These Montane mittens are fully waterproof and properly insulated, built for the kind of driving rain and …
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Apparel
MSR WindBurner Stove System 1.0L
Ad | Boiling water on an exposed hillside in a Welsh gale is where most stoves give up. The MSR WindBurner is built for exactly that: an enclosed burner that…
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Footwear
ALTRA Olympus 5 Trail Running Shoes
Ad | Miles of Cotswold bridleway and Mendip singletrack ask a lot of your feet. The Altra Olympus 5 brings a wide toe box and a properly cushioned stack for …
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Backpacks
Osprey Ultralight Dry Sack 12L
Ad | Rain in the Forest of Dean has a habit of finding its way into every pocket of a rucksack. This Osprey dry sack keeps spare layers, snacks and a phone p…
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