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A good down jacket is one of those pieces of outdoor kit that quickly earns its place in your wardrobe. Lightweight, warm and impressively packable, down insulation can provide a lot of warmth without the weight and bulk of heavier winter clothing.  However, the best down jacket for a fast day on the hills probably…

The Fjällräven Keb and Vidda Pro are two of Fjällräven’s best-known trekking trousers. Both are tough, practical and designed for serious outdoor use, but they go about the job quite differently.  The Keb combines G-1000 with stretch panels to prioritise movement and ventilation. The Vidda Pro takes a more traditional approach, with extensive use of…

Three-person tents are surprisingly versatile. They can work for three friends travelling light, a small family heading to a campsite, or a couple who simply want more room to sleep and store their kit. The trick is finding one that suits how you actually camp.  A lightweight backpacking tent might be perfect for carrying into…

Let’s be honest, anyone  can make a jacket for a sunny afternoon. The real challenge is making one you’ll still trust six hours into a wet, windy mountain day. That’s where Rab comes in. Founded by climber Rab Carrington in Sheffield, Rab has spent more than four decades building technical clothing and equipment for people…

If your adventures regularly take you beyond well-maintained footpaths and onto rocky ridges, scree slopes or scrambling routes, a good pair of approach shoes can completely change how you move in the mountains. Sitting somewhere between a hiking shoe and a climbing shoe, they offer the grip, precision and confidence needed for technical terrain without…

Whether you’re splashing through muddy woodland trails, taking on rocky mountain paths in Eryri or logging long miles across the Peak District, the right pair of trail running shoes can make all the difference. Unlike road running shoes, trail shoes are designed to provide the grip, protection and stability needed to tackle uneven terrain and ever-changing British weather.  At Trekitt,…

Have you ever finished a summer walk wishing you’d left your hiking boots at home? You’re not alone. There’s something incredibly satisfying about feeling the breeze on your feet while still having enough grip and support to keep exploring. Modern walking sandals have come a long way, offering the comfort, traction and stability needed for…

Summer is one of the best times to get out on the trail. Longer days, dry paths and clear mountain views make everything from local woodland walks to big days in the hills even more enjoyable. The only challenge? British weather rarely sticks to the script. You might leave the car park in warm sunshine,…