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For gear hauling almost anywhere but on the trail, a duffle bag is hard to beat. Swallowing huge volumes of kit and tough enough to survive everything from car boot battering to baggage handler hostility, here are five of our favourites.

In this gear special, we share news from the world of outdoor kit, and recognise the best gear and brands in our annual awards

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From long-stay fishing trips to crafty bankside overnighters, when it comes to bivvies, shelters and brollies the choice of housing can be bewildering. This week we showcase a range of top-end and mid-priced bivvies, as well as the best bargains in overnight shelters