Backpacking

OMM's Phantom 25 pairs a decent vest harness with an excellent waist belt arrangement to create an incredibly stable pack for mountain marathoners and runners. OMM says:  The ultimate VestPack for adventures racing. Stabilised around your spine …

We like that the pan scrubber uses the soap bottle to give it more rigidity but we found it a bit small. Sea to Summit says:  Easy to hold, easy to use, the Pot Scrubber includes a 50ml bottle of Wilderness Wash ready to take on baked-on food...

When you want a durable piece of kit at the lowest possible weight then the use of titanium and a single wall design is often the best choice. Practical, hard wearing and great looking too.   Snow Peak says Snow Peaks largest and most popular..…

The Jupiter Lite is a classic design that gives you plenty of internal space with the use of the single alloy pole. An impressive weight with good levels of waterproofing and breathability. Terra Nova says The classic bivi designed for minimalist...

Big Agnes have updated their hugely popular Copper Spur HV UL series with new materials that are lighter and stronger while adding a great new awning-style vestibule opening. They are still truly freestanding with excellent headroom, near vertical wa…

Light and strong, 3-piece cutlery set. Life Venture says:  Tried and tested, this stainless steel camping cutlery set is ideal for camping and recommended by the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. The cutlery set is part of the stainless steel ran…

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Vango says:  Taking inspiration from our incredibly popular Helium UL tent, the Nexus is a semi freestanding tent designed for users who require more space in a more stable design.…

The Women's Get Down is a great all offering from Sierra Designs in a simple, traditional mummy bag design. In order to provide excellent value for money the bag uses 550 fill power down and 20D fabrics to provide a -11.6°C Comfort Limit. Sierra…

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Vango says:  The Vango F10 Helium ultralight 2-man tent’s hybrid tunnel design creates a compact and reliable shelter for adventures in the wilderness. The additional width i…

A lightweight, functional and packable cutlery set made from durable BPA free plastic that comes with a handy storage carabiner. Sea to Summit says The Delta Cutlery Set is a short knife, fork and spoon set designed to fit inside your Delta Bowl. The…

Newly updated and the hipbelt pockets are back! The previous model was let down only by that big omission. It’s now firmly back in our Top Picks list due to being great value, comfortable and ideal for slightly heavier base weights. The Exos is…

The Campfire Cutlery Set is a stylish and durable, stainless steel utensil set that is perfect for camping or every day use.  Primus says: Cutlery Set in 18/8 stainless steel including knife, fork and spoon. All packs up tight and compact and t…

The MSR Tindheim 2 is a spacious, 3 season tunnel tent with a ‘Storm-pitch design’ for pitching in bad weather. MSR says:  Strong, spacious and stable three-season tunnel tent for backpacking duos. The Tindheim 2 is designed for camp…

A solution to the age-old problem, how can I have toast in the backcountry? Primus says:  Collapsible toaster in stainless steel. The mesh net evenly distributes the heat over the bread slices. Should only be used with a gas stove. Our Verdict …

The Sea To Summit Folding Spoon is a compact an light weight piece of kit that is a very useful addition to your camp kitchen set to help make cooking at the campsite even easier. Brand says:  The perfect addition to your camp kitchen. Made of..…

A 3-in-1 utensil made from lightweight titanium. The perfect tool for backpackers. UCO says: Functionality. The utensils you eat with should just work. Often referred to as “three in one”, the Utility Spork anything but a compromise. Mic…

With stronger fabrics this four season version of the Laser Compact keeps everything good with the original design and simply builds on it to provide all season strength and protection. Terra Nova says: The 4 season version of the popular Laser mode…

MSR's Alpine Kitchen Knife is the perfect knife to prep your camping meals as its tough, lightweight, sharp but most importantly safe. MSR says:  Our Alpine Kitchen Knife is made from hardened stainless steel and its 4.5" Santoku-styled blade..…

A vast 50L rucksack with plenty of additional storage, with the addition of an innovative zipped back panel, for those who want a little more comfort on the trail. Big Agnes says:  Your pack shouldn’t weigh more than the gear inside,...

A vast 60 L rucksack with plenty of additional storage, for those who want a little more comfort on the trail. Big Agnes says:  You can pack lighter and faster with the Big Agnes Garnet 60L women’s pack. Packs for women, designed by women.…

A spacious and hard-wearing, three-person backpacking tent that's affordable and reliable. Kelty says:  No matter how far you're going, the Far Out backpacking tent lives up to its name. Travel light with lightweight aluminum poles and get ready…

The Nemo Tensor All-Season sleeping pad is designed for all seasons, featuring a 3 ½ inches (8.9cm) thickness with a dimpled sleep surface using Nemo's 'Spaceframe' baffle construction. Nemo says:  Improving on our best-selling original..…

Minimalist is in the name, minimalist in nature, but i think capable of big adventures, this all in one cook system could be a game-changer. GSI Outdoors says:  Beyond the bulk and burden of basic ultralight backpacking, the Minimalist stands al…

The AlphaLight Long Handled Spork is very light and the long handle allows you to eat easily out of tall, narrow pots or stove systems (Jetboil) or straight out of 'boil in the bag' meals.  Sea to Summit says The AlphaLight Cutlery uses a durab…

GSI Outdoors's Micro Gripper is an innovative new design which saves weight and bulk on regular pot grippers. Just pop this over the edge of your pot and grab it. Your fingers are protected by the thick silicone so even if your pot's full you won't g…

An eleven-piece kitchen set with almost every utensil a backcountry chef needs GSI Outdoors says: This integrated, 11 piece set neatly stores in a soft-sided, zippered case, ideal for cooking larger meals on the trail. A perfect set to use with ou…

Another unique piece of kit from Sierra Designs. The Nitro Quilt is generously sized and has features that allow you to wrap up warm like you're in a sleeping bag when the temperatures drop. Lightweight, packable and great fun to use. Sierra Design…

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Nemo says:  Weighing in at just 1.1 pounds, the Moonlite Elite reclining camp chair eliminates any excuse to leave comfort behind when you hit the trail. Offering both reclining...

A lightweight and durable 3-piece cutlery set, Ideal if you want the luxury of a full cutlery set without the added weight. Life Venture says:  This Titanium Cutlery set consists of a lightweight knife, fork, and spoon combo made from food grade…

The Trek series provide a good sized titanium pan with folding handles and lid. This version has a pan with a maximum capacity of 700ml. Lightweight, durable and ideal for solo camping trips. Snow Peak says The perfect solo titanium cookset, the Tre…

The Zulu range is packed full of innovative and practical features which are then combined with a very comfortable fit to make this pack great for a range of trips. This 40L version is ideal for fast and light overnight adventures. Gregory...

A quilt/sleeping bag hybrid that draws on the best of both to create a warm packable, synthetic sleeping solution. Sierra Designs says:  The innovation of a sleeping bag in quilt form. This sub-2-pound hybrid is designed for thru-hikers and...

The Get Down is a great all offering from Sierra Designs in a simple, traditional mummy bag design. In order to provide excellent value for money the bag uses 550 fill power down and 20D fabrics to provide a -3.3°C Comfort Limit. Sierra Designs.…

The updated Freelite Series shaves even more weight without compromising livability—all at an even greater value for those seeking the best of both worlds. These ultralight tents are the ideal choice for anything from a weekend backcountry trip…

This silicone lid is designed to work with the Snow Peak 450ml Double Wall mug. It makes drinking on the move easier and reduces the risk of spillages. Snow Peak says Made entirely of durable silicone, the 450ml Double Mug Silicone Lid is a cover...

The double walled titanium mug sets high standards for low weight, high strength and practicality. Perfect for enjoying hot drinks at camp. Snow Peak says The Gold Standard of camping mugs, this double-walled, insulated titanium mug will keep your..…

If you're camping somewhere beautiful and the weather is good you normally miss out once you go into the tent. The Salt Creek uses an innovative design to open it all up so you can enjoy the views. Three doors allow you to create a stunning panorama.…

The Nordisk Telemark 2 LW is one of the lightest double layer 2 person tents on the market, with a small pack size it's ideal for backpackers. Nordisk says Telemark 2 has won several awards for its technical and extreme lightweight construction, and…

The Starlite 2 is an extremely lightweight 2 person tunnel tent designed for bike packing, cycle camping or the traveller looking for the smallest overall pack size. Terra Nova says The Starlite 2 is an extremely lightweight traditional tunnel tent…

Versatility is the key with the Backpackers Cup. It works as a cup, bowl or for measuring when cooking. It is super lightweight, durable and performs brilliantly. Snow Peak says The classic backpackers' cup made from lightweight Titanium featuring..…

The Oppland is an impressively spacious tent with a classic design. It's amazing how Nordisk have kept such a low weight with such a large inner and vestibule. It makes this a great option for a versatile tunnel tent.  Nordisk says: The Oppland…

A great solution for consuming hot drinks while camping. The HotLips are simple, lightweight silicone protectors for the rims of your single wall titanium cup.  Snow Peak says Designed in the USA and made of heat-safe silicone, the Hot Lips are…

This titanium cookset includes two pots and a frying pan to give you a versatile approach to your camp kitchen set up. The whole set is very lightweight, strong, durable and highly practical. Snow Peak says Crafted from Japanese titanium, Snow...

When you need a simple, effective and hard wearing piece of kit for your camp kitchen set up the stainless steel Tableware from Snow Peak is a great value option. Snow Peak says Stainless steel bowl made from 0.4mm thick stainless steel is to produc…

MSR's Alpine Chef's knife follows the success of their Alpine Kitchen knife but is on a bigger and better scale. MSR says: Our Alpine Chef’s Knife features a 6.5-inch modified Santoku design that excels at bigger chopping and slicing tasks, w…

MSR's Alpine Deluxe Cutting board is lightweight, compact and convenient as it folds neatly into your bag. Perfect for backpackers and car campers.  MSR says: The BPA-free Alpine Deluxe Cutting Board features two rigid halves connected with a..…

Since hitting the market back in 2020, the flex capacitor has calved itself out a niche in the outdoor industry, a bag capable of expanding or contracting, depending on how much gear you are carrying. Sierra Designs says:  Meet the versatile pa…

The new NEMO Dragonfly OSMO 1P Tent is a spacious and light-weight shelter packed with useful features and adaptability to enjoy your nights under the stars. Nemo says:  Dragonfly OSMO offers an ideal balance of weight and livability in a...

The MSR PocketRocket Stove Kit is a complete cook-and-eat kit for two, pairing the original PocketRocket stove with MSR's best-selling cook set. MSR says With the original and legendary PocketRocket stove at its foundation, the PocketRocket Stove Ki…

This is a workhorse of a two-person tent, a blend of all-weather protection, liveable space, and robust design. A freestanding geodesic tent that excels in bad weather. Wechsel says:  The Venture 2 is a freestanding geodesic tent for two person…

The Halulite Soloist is a compact, lightweight cook set for ultralight hikers. It includes a 1100ml aluminium pot, insulated mug, lightweight bowl, folding spork, and a waterproof stuff sack. The set is ideal for cooking dehydrated meals and making t…

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Nemo says:  Armed with NEMO’s top-performing OSMO™ fabric on the fly, Mayfly OSMO is a notably durable backpacking shelter for adventurers ready to hit the trail. A...

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Nemo says:  A pinnacle-performance 3-season 800 FP down bag, Riff offers a trim, athletic cut designed for side sleepers who crave space-saving packability. NEMO’s iconic...

Glacier Dualist is a compact, lightweight cook set for two ultralight hikers. It includes a 1800ml stainless steel pot, two insulated mugs, two lightweight bowls, two folding sporks, and a waterproof stuff sack. The set is ideal for cooking dehydrate…

The Nemo Tensor All-Season sleeping pad is designed for all seasons, featuring a 3 ½ inches (8.9cm) thickness with a dimpled sleep surface using Nemo's 'Spaceframe' baffle construction. Nemo says:  Improving on our best-selling original..…

Nemo's Tensor Trail is a lightweight sleeping pad designed for spring, summer, and early Autumn camping. It features a R-value of 2.8, providing optimal comfort during warmer temperatures. Nemo says:  Improving on our original, best-selling Tens…

The Titanium Trek Plate focuses on providing excellent performance at the lightest weight and the highest quality. This is a great piece of kit for your lightweight camp kitchen set up. Snow Peak says: Made in Japan using a historic manufacturing...

The Night Cap is based on the hugely popular Cloud with the same innovative zipless opening with oversized comforter really works especially for people who move around during the night, people looking for extra room and quick temperature control. Si…

The Meteor 3000 provides an impressive balance of usable space, durability, weight and great value for money. This solid three season tent is a great all-rounder. Sierra Designs says So much room you’ll want to extend your stay in the outdoors…

This incredibly lightweight bag combines advanced materials, industry-leading technology, and design features from two of Osprey’s most popular bags, Eja and the Lumina ; the result is a bag packed with features, built with thru-hikers and...