12+ hour, 43+ min ago   (1182+ words) When it comes to backpacks, Osprey’s reputation is so well established that the brand is usually one of the first recommendations walkers make if they’re asked for an opinion on outdoor kit. “Get an Osprey,” they’ll assert confidently: “I love…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (770+ words) As a habitual trail snail, over the years I've carried a lot of packs over a lot of miles. And like most backpackers, the more long-distance trails you walk, the more obsessed you tend to get with cutting weight and…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (644+ words) The Osprey Tempest 22 is officially a winner in our 2026 Gear Awards – I've been testing it over the past few months, and it's hands-down the best hiking daypack I've ever used. In an era obsessed with ultralight numbers and stripped‑back…...

4+ mon, 5+ day ago   (1451+ words) American brand Gregory makes some seriously impressive rucksacks, with many of the hiking backpacks we’ve tested from the brand scoring well in our tests. The good news is that the brand has also used its expertise well in designing the…...

5+ mon, 6+ day ago   (1342+ words) Billed as a “3-season superstar” by American brand Kelty, the Kelty Cosmic Synthetic 0 is an excellent money-saving option. This sleeping bag offers a -8°C comfort rating for only £145, weighing in at a just-about-manageable 2,180g – a nice balance for campers more concerned…...

6+ mon, 3+ week ago   (1781+ words) The Quechua MH500 Ventilated Hiking Backpack is a standout example of exceptional value for money, offering a level of performance and design sophistication that far exceeds its £45 price tag. Is that enough to make it one of the best hiking daypacks?...