Pack and go

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.

Whether you want to stay active while on the move or ease the stresses of travel, here’s everything to help you exercise and keep limber on your next trip

More stuff to spend your hard-earned cash on

YOU WILL NEED ■ Medium weight canvas: 110x200cm ■ Cotton fabric for lining: 140x60cm ■ Magnetic snaps x2: 11–18 mm ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit NOTES ■ Seam allowance is 1cm, unless otherwise

For activewear that works even harder than you do

Whether you’re going back to school, university or the office, these essential gadgets will help you return in style, ready to ace the year ahead