23+ hour, 29+ min ago  (783+ words) I'm happy to announce that, after careful consideration, the winner of the 'best running pack' category in our 2026 LFTO Gear Awards is the Osprey Dyna Pro 7. I've been running since I was a child, scampering across my local fields while…...

2+ day, 6+ hour ago  (646+ words) Oboz Katabatic LT GTX Oboz is a Montana-based brand " better known in the US than over here, which is a shame " and the Katabatic is named after a type of downslope wind that rips through mountain terrain. It's an apt…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (696+ words) The Scarpa Spin Ultra 2 is one of those shoes that arrives with a lot of expectation attached. Scarpa has been making footwear in Italy's Dolomite region since 1938, and the original Spin Ultra built a strong enough reputation that the second…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (1835+ words) At first glance, water shoes might feel unnecessary. For a sandy beach day or a quick swim, bare feet usually do the job just fine. So why even bother? That may be true for some. But if you're crossing streams,…...

1+ mon, 22+ hour ago  (1236+ words) This is our first encounter with Mizuno, and it feels like a fitting time to start writing about the brand. With the Neo Accera, Mizuno seems to be launching a fresh, bold new aesthetic, fronted by flagship trail running shoes…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (1633+ words) Its relaxed peak-to-pub (or maybe beach-to-bar) sensibility appeals to weekend warriors and van-lifers rather than hardcore alpinists. However, its newer Trailscape line consciously introduces some higher-performance outdoor gear. This capsule range encompasses men's and women's waterproof jackets, as well as…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (812+ words) Finding hiking boots that balance performance and price can be tricky. Many of the most comfortable boots on the market come with premium price tags, while cheaper options often compromise on cushioning and support. If you're weighing up your options,…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (794+ words) Helly Hansen is probably best known for its sailing gear and waterproof outerwear, but the Norwegian brand has also been expanding its range of hiking footwear in recent years. The Cascade Mid is designed to sit in that sweet spot…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (737+ words) There's no such thing as a predictable day in the Scottish Highlands, and that was clear before we'd reached the first rise. Even outside of winter, a scramble can start in warm sun and end in strengthening cold wind, before…...

3+ mon, 6+ day ago  (1140+ words) I test hiking gear for a living. But every now and then something just outside of the hiking world piques my interest enough to warrant a test and write-up. That's how I ended up wading through boggy woodland this February…...