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Columbia Skien Valley Shirt review: a light and breezy, insect-repelling, sun-deflecting hiking shirt

Part of Columbia’s Insect Shield Collection, this lightweight, long-sleeved collared shirt is ideal for summer walking, backpacking, camping and tropical travel

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Topo Athletic MTN Racer 4 shoe review: an absolute shoo-in for wide-footed trail runners

Let your toes splay wonderfully wide and lace up for a comfortable and confident ride in these laid-back, but deceptively high-performing trail pounders

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Therm-a-Rest NeoLoft Sleeping Pad review: The backpacking mat that feels like a bed

The NeoLoft serves up home-level comfort for overnight hikers

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OPINION: Furore over fly camping on Dartmoor misses the point

Our consulting editor Pat Kinsella says, if you exclude the population of a nation from the vast majority of their own countryside, then there’s bound to be trouble

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Haglöfs L.I.M. ZT II Men’s Air Bottoms review: flighty light undies for tackling trails, crags and summits

Adventure-ready boxer briefs so breathable they’re barely there

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These comfy Keen hiking boots combine a snug fit with "some seriously good suspension" and are now 40% off in both men's and women's sizes!

The Keen Zionic hiking boots boast plenty of cushioning and excellent protection from the elements, so you can stay dry and hike in comfort

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Buff CoolNet Crew Running Socks review: supportive socks with a nose-pleasing minty twist

A new player in the sock drawer, Buff have hit the ground running with the innovative CoolNet Crews

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Danner Fullbore hiking sandals review: easy breathing amphibious footwear for the trails, the coast and the riverbank

Combining great grip and excellent foothold, these quick-draining sandals work well as water shoes and summer hiking hooves

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Haglöfs L.I.M. ZT II Air Base Layer review: a peak-performance undergarment

Ultra lightweight and mountain-ready, this base layer is part of a smart ensemble designed for skyscraping escapades, but works well as a stand-alone top

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MSR’s iconic Hubba Hubba tent, beloved by backpackers everywhere, has just been redesigned – I traveled to Ireland to test out the shiny new LT2 shelter before it hits the market

How do you improve what many people view as the perfect tent? I went camping in the wilds of the Wicklow Mountains with a pre-release sample of the Hubba Hubba LT2 to find out

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Haglöfs L.I.M. ZT II Air midlayer review: we love lightweight gear, but is this top pushing the 'less is more' mantra too far?

A highly unusual minimalist mountain-orientated midlayer

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Tired of sweaty feet on summer treks? These lightweight Keen hiking boots are "breathable and waterproof enough to deal with warm, damp weather" without sacrificing underfoot comfort, and they're 30% off right now

The Keen Zionic hiking boots are a great option for hot-weather hiking, and boast ample rain-protection

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Spacious, comfortable, and lightweight: Our expert was very impressed after putting this Helly Hansen backpack to the test in the wilderness - get yours for $42 off right now

The Helly Hansen Transistor backpack boasts enough room to store all your gear, and won't weigh you down on the trails

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Haglöfs L.I.M ZT II GTX outer shell jacket review: A featherweight bad-weather warrior that's impressively protective in even the most challenging conditions

Reliably wind- and waterproof, this ridiculously lightweight outer shell jacket is ideal for adventures ranging from wet hikes and fastpacking escapades, through to scrambling ascents, crag climbs and mountain epics

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Haglöfs LIM ZT Flex Trousers review: peak-performing pants for mountaineers and hill hikers, with a price to match

Ultra-light and super-stretchy hiking trousers for tackling technical trails, scrambling routes, alpine terrain and proper tall peaks

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Salomon Ultra Glide 3 trail running shoes review: Perfectly put together smooth operators for happy days off-road

These bouncy versatile trail hoppers offering a comfortable relaxed ride and excellent performance levels

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Right to Roam campaigners gather on Dartmoor to celebrate winning legal battle for wild camping rights - and call for more widespread change

Speakers at the rally thanked the wealthy landowner who tried to end the practice for energising the movement, and demanded improved access rights across the whole country

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Victory at last! Right to wild camp on Dartmoor saved as Supreme Court rules against landowners in final decision

We hear from the campaigners who led the fight for the right to roam and sleep out on the moor, and find out where the campaign for better access goes from here

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Rooftop tents look ace, but do you really need one? We put the TentBox Go through its paces

From staying out of reach of wild beasts to clambering up and down ladders at midnight – the pros and cons of camping on top of your car

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Nebo Edge 2K pocket light review: A diminutive double-barreled beam gun for fighting the night (and keeping attackers at bay)

This slim lightsaber is good for camping, hiking and Everyday Carry

TentBox Go review: set up camp in seconds… on top of your car

Can’t afford a campervan? This is the next best thing

HF8R Signature RGB Rechargeable Head Torch review: Brains, brawn and brightness

With Bluetooth connectivity and a range of digitally advanced focusing and features, this high-tech headtorch lights up the future

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Acefast Acefit FA002 Earbuds: open-ear speakers for on-trail audio

Attractively designed and nicely balanced, but definitely not ace in damp conditions, these lightweight earbuds are better for hikers than sweaty runners

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Stox Energy Socks review: crew-height compression socks for hiking

These super-supportive socks cradle your ankles, cuddle your lower calf and reduce muscle strain during big trail days

Keen Hightrail EXP Waterproof Hiking Shoes review: grippy, slipper-comfy hiking hooves for 3-season saunters on the wildside

Lightweight, robust and waterproof walking shoes for all-conditions clambering, scrambling and trekking escapades (just don’t aim too high)

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