Heading to the mountains this winter? We’ve got the most colourful, hi-tech and innovative kit required for an adrenaline-fuelled winter sports break, whether your main objective is staying safe on the slopes, exceeding the speed of sound on your favourite black run or dazzling other skiers with a spectacularly bright jacket

The latest technical fabrics will make a massive difference to your comfort and mobility this shivering season…

We take a look at some of the season’s must-haves to keep you looking your best

The coolest product launches that are commanding our attention right now

Present hunting? Here’s the Women’s Fitness team’s budget-friendly buys for everyone on your gift list – from fitness fanatics to wellbeing warriors

The Runner’s World team are always sweating the details as we put the latest gear through its paces. Our collective efforts have road-and trail-tested hundreds of products over the past year, and now we’ve compared notes and pored over the data to hand-pick the best of the best. Over the following pages, you’ll find the stand-out kit that has enhanced our running in 2025, all lined up on the red carpet to claim the coveted gongs in the various categories of our annual Gear Awards