Gear

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Best mid-range binoculars for birdwatching

Haglofs Essens Down Hood

Best down jackets for winter walks

Hiking kit essentials

Hiking essentials list: 20 things to pack on every multi-day hike

Eco-friendly outdoor gear

Best eco-friendly outdoor kit

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Gear test: Get-fit kit

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Green outdoor gear: a buyer’s guide on how to make sustainable choices

Fleece Lined Overshirt £85 and Merino Bamboo Beanie in Navy Marl £20 from BAM

Walking gear: Midlayers

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Beginner’s guide to bikepacking: how to get started, essential gear and best routes for off-road cycling

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Hill-walking kit guide

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Adventure tents for families

Wild camping on Skye

Ultralight tents for backpackers

Birdwatching

Wise buys for wildlife-watchers

Blizzard pass Beanie from Columbia

Cool kit for frosty walks

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Keep track of weather and climate from your smart phone? We review the Netatmo Smart Home Weather Station

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The complete guide to buying a down jacket