Highlander is an unpretentious Scottish brand that was founded to lower the entry cost involved with exploring the outdoors. Since the 1980s, it has created solid outdoor kit at an affordable price point, with the majestic Scottish Highlands as its testing ground. For the uninitiated, the weather in Scotland's uplands can be very challenging indeed, often experiencing wet and windy conditions in the warmer months and sub-Arctic cold (or, failing that, wet and windy again) in the winters – perfect for putting gear through its paces.
Highlander's Ben Nevis Rucksacks are its flagship hiking backpack range. Named after Scotland’s highest and most famous mountain, the newest 52- and 65-liter versions have won British awards for their design and performance. I was eager to see what all the fuss was about and was delighted to test the Ben Nevis on the UK’s trails.
