SIX OF THE BEST

Frostbite will really ruin your mountain day. Lara Dunn and Peter Macfarlane keep their digits toasty with this selection of the best gloves for winter conditions

Is your trusty rain-repelling layer nearing the end of its useful life? Forking out for a new one is a financial commitment, so you’ll want to get it right. With climate experts predicting warmer, wet

Supported by Nikwax , The Long ReView celebrates looking after the places we love and the kit that helps us get there. Each month, we’ll focus on products that have stood the test of time, why they endure and how to care for them. This month, it’s Chris Townsend with two stone cold classics from Páramo.

It needs to be comfortable enough to let you swing freely while offering the protection you need to spend four hours walking in the rain…

Kit reviews from Britain’s most experienced gear-testing team. Here, Francesca Donovan and David Linternn focus on two innovative new outdoor products