Striding edge
The best hiking gear to be had this side of the Yorkshire dales
PUT YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD IN THE MOST PRACTICAL WALKING GEAR ON OFFER
THE DAYS ARE getting longer so it’s time to explore Britain’s remarkable landscapes. From the Thames Path in London to the remote wilderness of the Scottish Highlands, you can organise a trek to suit all tastes. Be prepared by getting kitted out in the latest outdoor gear. It will keep you dry, cool or warm depending on what the heavens throw at you.
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Just the jacket Finally, a jacket that’s light as a feather that will still keep you nice and dry. The Paclite Trek by Berghaus, £160 (www.berghaus.com) weighs a mere 440g, so you won’t mind carrying it on a sunny day, and when the rain starts lashing down, you’ll be very glad you did. |
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Heads up Hats can shield you from the sun or stop you losing too much heat through your head. Tilley hats (www.tilley.com), from £42, are well made and practical. They boast everything from Hydrofil® to help the perspiration evaporate more quickly to sunglasses holders. |
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Pack away Staying on the move means carrying all your provisions with you, so it’s worth having a backpack that doesn’t weigh a ton before you even put anything in it. Strap on the Worldwide SuperCool Daybag, £29.99 (www.nomadtravel.co.uk). It’s lightweight and keeps off your back with its mini frame, so you stay cool. |
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Giant steps If your heavy, hot boots are bogging you down, it’s time for a change. A new lightweight, highly breathable boot has arrived in time for summer. The Scarpa Hydrogen, £79.99 (www.scarpa.co.uk) offers all the support of traditional boots and are seriously comfortable. |
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