summer gear guide 2022

Summer 

Gear 2022 

Everything you need for summer – wherever 

you’re going, and whatever your budget! 

FOOTWEAR • RUCKSACKS • ACCESSORIES • SHIRTS • SOCKS 

WATERPROOFS • TROUSERS • SHORTS • AND PANTS!

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Believe it or not, these three photos were all taken in July. You know it’s true 

because you’ve had July days that looked like each of these, haven’t you? 

And while we might dream of days that look like the top two (and be over 

the moon when we get them), there really isn’t anything wrong with the 

one down below, because… 

1) You went out and walked anyway – go you! 

2) There’s always a damn good chance the day will change, and you’ll be the one 

who’s out enjoying the magic moment as the skies clear. 

3) Even if it stays like that all day, you had the kit to cope with it. 

And that’s what this guide is all about – kit that’s ready for anything a British 

summer can throw at you. Yep there are lots of cool T-shirts, skip-happy sandals 

and flasks to keep your lemonade chilled. But we’ve also got boots that keep the 

rain out and jackets the keep the rain off; hats and headbands for a chilly summit, 

and zip-off trousers that go from windstopping combats to sunny-afternoon 

shorts in the wink of an eye. We’ve scoured that crazy, crowded market out there 

and selected options we think you’ll love, and which are likely to see you right 

not just for this wonderful, changeable summer, but for many more to come. 

Because whatever comes your way, you’ve got this. 

The Country Walking Team 

COUNTRY WALKING 

SUMMER GEAR 2022 

WRITERS 

Matthew Pike & Nick Hallissey 

ART EDITOR 

Emily Reynolds 

PRODUCTION EDITOR 

Marie Marsh 

COMMERCIAL & MARKETING 

Anna Skuse, Katie Kerry 

& Angele Karsan 

Contents 

05 RUCKSACKS 

From compact daypacks to 

big beasts for the Coast to 

Coast and Pennine Way. 

09 SUMMER 

ESSENTIALS 

From poles to pants: 

everything you need for sweet 

summer adventures. 

13 FOOTWEAR 

Everything from super-light 

sandals for the beach to boots 

for high-peak trekking. 

17 SUMMER SOCKS 

If boots are the hardware, 

here’s the perfect software to 

install in ’em. 

21 SHIRTS & TEES 

Explorer-style button shirt or 

fast-wicking baselayer? The 

choice is yours. 

25 WATERPROOFS 

Unbelievably, it can still rain in 

July. But that’s not a problem 

on this page. 

28 TROUSERS & SHORTS 

Keep those hard-working legs 

cool and comfy when the 

mercury’s rising. 

-- 

Plus: MASTERCLASSES 

A close look at what makes 

the best outdoor kit work 

so beautifully. 

SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2022 3

DEUTER 

IS FOR 

LEADING LIGHTS 

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THE MASTERCLASS 

DEUTER 

TRAIL SERIES 

We kick off our Summer Gear Guide with the cleverest, most 

adaptable and hardest-working piece of kit on any summer 

walk: the rucksack. Think of all the incredible things a 

rucksack has to do when it’s warm: carry all your 

wet-and-windy weather kit (but compress 

nicely once you take that stuff out and put it 

on); stay stable and sturdy whether you’re 

boulder-hopping on a summit or 

sliding around a muddy field; 

keep heat and moisture 

off your back; and feel 

comfortable even on day 

8 of a long-distance walk. 

That’s why we’ve singled 

out one of the very best 

rucksack ranges to show 

how it does all that and more. 

BACK SYSTEM 

The Trail’s Aircontact back 

system makes carrying 

even heavy loads easy. It 

brings the weight close to 

the body and your centre 

of gravity, resulting in 

better pack control. The 

cushions are made from 

hollow camber foam, 

which provide great 

ventilation thanks to the 

pump effect of your 

movement. 

A FIT FOR EVERY BODY 

The Trail comes in unisex and women’s specific fit (SL). 

The women’s fit has a shorter back length, narrower 

shoulders, and conical-shaped hip fins, which all work 

together to provide a better fit for women’s bodies. These 

fits, along with the diversity of volumes in the range 

(20 litres to 36 litres), means there is a pack for everyone. 

ADAPTABILITY 

The close fit of the pack is 

comfortable on paths and 

trails but also provides a 

secure fit for when the 

terrain becomes more 

steep or technical. The 

Trail has space for all you 

need for a day out in the 

hills and attachments 

for your walking poles, 

making it a great choice 

for all types of walks. 

STORAGE 

With a lid pocket, internal 

valuables pocket, one 

zippered side pocket and 

one stretch side pocket 

there are a variety of 

storing solutions. The 

two-way zip on the front 

allows direct access to 

well buried items, even 

when the lid is closed. 

How much & 

where from? 

Prices range from £95 

to £135. Model shown is 

the Trail 28SL (£105). 

Find the full range at 

deutergb.co.uk 

GOOD FOR THE PLANET 

The Trail series, like all Deuter packs, is free from 

perfluorocarbons, or PFCs. PFCs are harmful chemicals 

which have been used in waterproofing products. 

Instead Deuter use treatments that are 100% free from 

PFCs, yet are still highly water- and dirt-repellent. 

Turn over to meet 

more rucksacks for 

summer days… 


Rucksacks 

CLASS OF 2022 

QUECHUA 

20L COUNTRY 

WALKING £10 

As well as an excellent choice of 

name, it’s also a great choice 

of pack for everyday walks. 

At 20 litres there’s enough space 

to store lunch and waterproofs, 

and there are five pockets, side 

compression straps and basic back 

ventilation. All of that for a tenner? 

That’s extraordinary. decathlon.co.uk 

COLUMBIA 

TANDEM TRAIL 22L 

£65 

A lightweight option that’s still 

equipped with everything you 

might want for a summer walk. 

There are two water bottle 

pockets and it’ll take a hydration 

system too. It also has pole 

attachments, and the adjustable 

chest strap distributes the weight 

nicely. columbiasportswear.co.uk 

ALPKIT 

PACIFIC CREST 55L £75 

A great-value option for those needing 

a larger pack for multi-day trails. 

It might be large, but it weighs just 

1.75kg, and is mega-comfy to 

carry thanks to its adjustable back 

system and padded hip belt. The 

zipped base and side entry points 

mean that everything in the main 

compartment is easy to access. 

alpkit.com 

DEUTER 

SPEED LITE 25 / 

23SL £90 

Deuter’s Speed Lite range sets 

the standard for low-weight, 

low-fuss hiking, and this newly 

updated version flies the flag in 

style. The full range goes from 

13 to 30 litre packs, but this 25L 

version is featherlight at 732g 

and perfect for day-walks. 

deutergb.co.uk 

MONTANE 

ORBITON 20 £90 

This is a brilliant new pack for 

those who like multiple forms of 

exercise. It has adjustable hip fins 

which you can switch between 

‘walk’, ‘run’ or ‘bike’, as each is 

designed to fit for that particular 

activity. Its main compartment 

is expandable and there’s a 

laptop pocket too. 

montane.com 

BERGHAUS 

REMOTE HIKE 35 £95 

This large pack is ideal for those who’ll 

be out all day. It comes in men’s and 

women’s varieties with adjustable 

back systems designed specifically for 

the male and female form. It also has 

numerous pockets and quick access to 

the main compartment (for when you 

suddenly need that waterproof you 

stuffed right at the bottom). 

berghaus.com 

KELTY 

REDWING 36 £100 

Another great one for long days. 

US brand Kelty have updated 

their most popular pack with 

a new ventilation system and 

improved frame for greater 

stability. Its clever side pockets 

allow you to put your walking 

poles right through, and you 

can stash a jacket under the 

bungee cords at the front. 

wildbounds.com 

SALOMON 

OUTNIGHT 30+5 

£105 

A really comfy, versatile 

option that’s great if you’re 

undertaking steep trails or 

a bit of scrambling. It fits 

snugly, it moves with you, and 

it’s compatible with a hydration 

bladder or soft flask. It also has 

a detachable lid to help you 

adapt your load from one trip 

to the next. salomon.com 

6 SUMMER GEAR GUIDE 2022

THE KNOWLEDGE 

Every rucksack feels lovely when you try it on in the shop because it’s only 

loaded with display padding. If you’re going rucksack shopping, make sure you 

take along everything you’d take on an average walk – waterproof, mid-layer, 

a lunch box/bag, hat, gloves, first aid kit, map, compass, charger, headtorch – 

and ask to load it all up into the pack you like the look of. Only when it’s packed 

to the max with everything you’d take on a real walk will you know how well it 

really disperses the weight, and how easy it is to find the bits that you buried 

down at the bottom. 

PATAGONIA 

ALTVIA 22L £110 

This is both a cool and feelgood 

option. Cool because it has a really 

breathable back panel and shoulder 

straps that’ll help keep you 

ventilated on the hottest summer 

days. Feelgood because 

Patagonia have made it from 

100% recycled nylon, so it’s a 

great purchase for Mother Nature. 

eu.patagonia.com 

RAB 

AEON 25L £110 

This is packed with great features 

for day-walks in the mountains. 

The ABS back panel has been 

vacuum formed, precurved and 

moulded to maintain shape while 

moving with your body. The pack 

also has adjustable back length, 

loads of pockets (including an 

internal zipped one for valuables) 

and raincover. rab.equipment/uk 

JACK WOLFSKIN 

TERRAVENTURE 22 

£115 

Another pack with serious 

eco-cred. Jack Wolfskin say 

‘every synthetic fibre, sewing 

thread, webbing and trimming, 

is made from fully recycled 

material, as well as all buckles 

and zippers.’ It’s also comfy to 

wear and made from tough 

stuff. jack-wolfskin.co.uk 

SHOWERS PASS 

RANGER HIP PACK £115 

A great option for minimising perspiration on hot days. 

This hip pack has seven litres 

of storage space – enough for 

snacks, sun cream and 

light clothes – plus a 

mesh water storage 

pocket on either side of 

the bag. The hip belt is 

easy to adjust as you go. 

showerspass.co.uk 

OSPREY 

TALON 22 / 

TEMPEST 20 £120 

A classic day-pack. However 

tough the terrain, the Talon and 

Tempest packs are so lightweight, 

and framed so perfectly, that 

they won’t destabilise you. 

They allow full freedom 

of movement, and the 

breathable backsystem is 

a treat. ospreyeurope.com 

VAUDE 

TRAIL SPACER 18 £140 

It’s small, it’s light, it’s eco-friendly 

and it’s designed so you can 

walk at pace for long periods. 

The straps feel a bit like you’re 

wearing a vest, so the pack is 

very comfortable and has great 

ventilation. It has also been made 

from sustainable materials and 

without the use of fluorocarbons. 

vaude.com 

FJÄLLRÄVEN 

ULVÖ ROLLTOP 30 

£150 

A new, larger version of their 

popular Ulvö 23. It’s waterproof, 

so you can actually store 

electronics inside without the 

need for a drybag (there’s even 

a laptop sleeve inside). Its tough 

Bergshell fabric is made from 

100% recycled material, and is 

highly resistant to abrasion and 

tearing. fjallraven.co.uk 

GREGORY 

FOCAL 48 £180 

At just 1.18kg, the Focal is 

amazingly lightweight for a 

trekking pack of this size. There 

are two fixed back lengths which 

you can adjust to find your 

perfect fit, and the panels move 

with your body to help with 

stability. The lid is removable, 

making the pack highly adaptable, 

and there’s a built-in raincover. 

gregorypacks.com 



Summer Essentials 

Sunhats to sweatbands; torches to 

trekking poles: everything for every walk! 


SEA TO SUMMIT 

LIGHTWEIGHT DRY SACK SET 

Drybags are simply one of the smartest ideas in the walking 

world. Most rucksacks aren’t waterproof, which means that 

even with a raincover, the important stuff inside is still 

vulnerable to heavy rain. That’s where drybags work 

miracles: they keep things clean, organised, easy to find 

and most importantly dry, no matter how much water 

seeps into the pack. Plus 

they’re lightweight, 

hardwearing and almost 

infinitely reusable. From 

valuables to electronics, 

from sandwiches to wet 

swimming kit, drybags 

are the first and last line 

of defence. Here’s 

the perfect example. 

TOUGH STUFF 

Made from 70 

denier nylon, these 

Lightweight Dry Sacks 

are tough, yet still light 

so they don’t weigh 

you down. The flexible 

fabric also makes them 

easy to stuff into tight 

areas, saving space as 

well as weight. 

HASSLE-FREE 

So easy to use: simply fill 

as required, roll down the 

top and clip the buckle. 

MADE TO LAST 

Sea to Summit are proud 

of what they create. All 

their products carry a 

lifetime warranty against 

defects in workmanship 

and materials to the 

original owner for the 

intended life of the 

product under normal 

use. (T&Cs apply, but 

apparently the guarantee 

doesn’t get invoked 

very often…) 

A HISTORY OF 

ADVENTURE 

Sea to Summit began 

when Aussie climber and 

gearmaker Roland Tyson 

outfitted an unusual first 

ascent of Mount Everest 

from sea level to summit. 

Since then, he and fellow 

adventurer Penny 

Sanderson have created 

adaptable, lightweight kit 

that any hiker can use, 

whether they’re heading 

for Everest or their local 

country park. 

TAKING THE 

TRASH 

A popular option is to use 

the smallest dry sack as a 

rubbish bag, both for your 

own rubbish and for any 

litter you might find on a 

walk – so you can help to 

keep our footpaths clean 

without filling your pack 

with loose rubbish. 

ALL YOU NEED 

Sea to Summit’s 

Lightweight Dry Sack 

set offers durability and 

reliable weatherproofing 

for the items that you 

need to protect from the 

elements in one handy 

set, which includes 

Yellow 4L, Green 8L and 

Blue 13L drybags. 

How much & 

where from? 

£35; find the complete 

Sea to Summit range at 

seatosummit.co.uk 

Turn over to find more 

great accessories for 

every walk you do… 


Summer Essentials 


LIFESYSTEMS 

MOUNTAIN 

SUN CREAM £9 

At factor 50+, this cream has been 

specifically designed to protect your 

skin from the extra-harmful rays you get 

at high altitude. Once applied, the skin 

protection lasts for up to six hours, 

although you’ll need to reapply every 

two hours when up high or when it’s 

really humid. lifesystems.co.uk 

FJÄLLRÄVEN 

ABISKO WOOL 

HEADBAND 

£18 

As well as ensuring 

your hair behaves itself, 

this headband wicks 

away moisture, so you feel 

more refreshed in the heat. It’s 

made from the leftover material from the 

Abisko Wool Tank Top, so you’ll be helping to 

reduce wastage too. fjallraven.co.uk 

TREKMATES 

ORCHY DRY GAITERS £20 

These lightweight ankle gaiters from 

Trekmates (offcial partners of 

#walk1000miles) are not only 

waterproof, but are made of tough 

material that’s also breathable. They 

work with shoes or boots and 

come with a replaceable 

underfoot strap and 

metal hook for attaching 

to laces. trekmates.co.uk 

PRIMUS 

KLUNKEN BOTTLE 0.5ML 

DOUBLE WALL INSULATION 

£33 

Made from stainless steel and vacuum 

insulated with a double wall, this sturdy bottle 

will keep your drinks well chilled over summer. 

Then come winter, it’ll keep your coffee piping 

hot. Primus are stablemates with Fjällräven, so 

the Klunken’s colour schemes match those of 

the all-conquering Kånken backpack. 

ldmountaincentre.com 

CROSSFLY 

IKON X 6” BOXERS £25 

We already love three brands when it 

comes to walking underwear for men 

(Saxx, BAM and Páramo), but new 

kids on the block Crossfly might just 

be the most impressive of the lot. 

Super-smooth and super-supportive 

where you need it, yet brilliantly 

breathable, these are just absurdly 

comfortable after hours on the go. 

crossfly.com 

OUTDOOR RESEARCH 

HELIOS SUNHAT 

£35 

This is a favourite of 

CW writer Philip 

Thomas. It has a UPF 

50+ rating and a wide brim, 

so your whole head is well 

protected. The drawcord 

keeps the hat snug and well 

anchored to your head. 

cotswoldoutdoor.com 

SILVA 

SCOUT 3XT HEAD TORCH £35 

A lightweight, take-it-anywhere headtorch at a great price. 

There’s a powerful light output of 350 lumens, delivered via 

Silva Intelligent Light, which is a combination of long-reach 

spotlight and close-in floodlight. silvasweden.uk 

HYDRO FLASK 

24OZ BOTTLE £38.95 

This will keep a drink nice and cold for up to 

24 hour, and hot for up to 12 hours. It’s made 

from practically indestructible pro-grade 

stainless steel (which prevents flavour 

transfer) and has a leak-proof cap. It also 

has a limited lifetime warranty against 

manufacturer defects. Hydro Flask are a 

great brand but sadly they don’t sell direct or 

deliver to the UK, although you can find their 

wares courtesy of Mr Bezos at amazon.co.uk 


THE KNOWLEDGE 

You may look at a UPF number and think, ‘that sounds impressive, but what 

does it actually mean?’. UPF stands for Ultraviolet Protection Factor and tells 

you how much UV radiation from the sun reaches your skin if you’re using this 

particular product. If the UPF is 50, only a 50th of UV rays that reach the fabric 

get to your skin, so it blocks 98% of rays. A UPF rating of 30 to 49 is considered 

very good, while 50 or more (as seen with Lifesystems’ Mountain Sun Cream, 

below) is regarded as excellent protection. The NHS has more information 

about UPF and sunscreen precautions at bit.ly/nhsupf 

CAMELBAK 

FUSION 2L 

RESERVOIR £60 

Camelbak have managed to 

make this brand new reservoir 

(and the three-litre version) 

30% lighter than their previous 

models. And the valve delivers 

20% more water on each sip. 

It’s also easy to fill and its on/off 

lever prevents leakage. 

camelbak.co.uk 

JULBO 

CAMINO SUNGLASSES £60 

You won’t miss a thing with these on – they have ultra-wide 

vision to take in the full view, they’re scratch resistant and 

they have removable side shields to protect against glare. 

You’ll also look amazing, quite frankly. julbo.com 

LEATHERMAN 

BOND MULTITOOL £60 

As with the original Leatherman, this is 

minimalist in design but has 

loads of features. These include 

a knife, pliers, wire cutters, 

screwdrivers and the ‘thank God 

for the Leatherman’ bottle 

opener. You can’t argue with a 25-year 

warranty either. And the suggestion that 

someone called Bond might use it is just the 

icing on the cake. leatherman.co.uk 

PETZL 

ACTIK CORE HEAD TORCH £60 

The Actik Core is a perfect watch for keen night walkers, from 

the renowned head torch specialists of old. Adjustable beams 

with a maximum of 450 lumens, red light for night vision, USB 

chargeable but able 

to take AAA 

batteries too. 

cotswold 

outdoor.com 

SMARTWOOL 

SEAMLESS 

RACERBACK BRA 

£60 

A bra of two layers – the inner 

layer is made from seamless 

merino, so it feels comfortable 

on the skin, while the outer 

layer offers support. The cups 

are designed to provide shape and lift, and come with 

removable padding, so you can get the feel just right. 

smartwool.co.uk 

CRAGHOPPERS 

TREKLITE CARBON WALKING 

POLES £85 (PAIR) 

Taking these with you adds very little to your 

pack weight but offers a lot of support when 

you need it. They’re made from carbon fibre, 

which is why they’re strong and light, and 

they have a really comfortable grip. They’re 

suitable both for normal and Nordic 

walking. And often heavily discounted, 

making them a bargain. 

craghoppers.com 

HELINOX 

SPEED STOOL £85 

An ideal piece of kit for if 

you like to stop for civilised, 

dry-bottomed breaks as 

you go. It weighs just 470g 

and when it’s packed it’s just 

42cm long, so it’s easy to carry 

with you. Then when you need 

it, it just pops open and is 

ready in an instant. helinox.eu 

LEKI 

MAKALU FX CARBON / CRESSIDA FX 

CARBON WALKING POLES £190 (PAIR) 

A new high-end, superlight 

version of Leki’s 

top-selling trekking 

poles, these offer a 

supremely eronomic 

Aergon Air grip, a Speed 

Lock system for fast 

adjustment, and a ‘guiding 

nose’ for downhill use. 

leki.com 


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Footwear 

Take your feet to the next level this summer, 

and unlock incredible days out. 


SCARPA 

RUSH TRK GTX 

Is ‘the perfect walking boot’ a myth? Well sort of, 

because everyone’s feet are different and 

there’s no magic boot or shoe that will 

suit every walker. What does exist is 

the perfect walking boot for you, as 

long as you shop carefully, try 

before you buy, and listen to what 

your feet are telling you. That said, 

the Scarpa Rush TRK is pretty close 

to a perfect walking boot. Here’s 

why we’ve chosen it to illustrate 

what makes a really good walking 

boot tick… 

TREAD LIGHTLY 

Weighing in at only 1100g 

per pair (size 42), the Rush 

TRK boots feel light while 

still being protective 

and durable. 

COMFORT IS KEY 

The Rush TRK is built for 

comfort even on long, 

all-day walks. The padded 

fabric of the Autofit 3D 

collar stabilises the entire 

foot without pressure 

points and wraps the 

ankle to allow it to stay 

supported but flexible. 

The Interactive Kinetic 

System in the sole is 

designed to support the 

weight of your body while 

walking to keep you going 

all day long. 

…AND AWARD 

WINNING 

The Rush TRK was 

Country Walking Product 

of the Year 2021, thanks 

to its lightweight build, 

grippy traction and 

precision roll from 

heelstrike to toe-off – and 

sheer value for money too. 

GREAT LOOKS 

The Rush TRK looks 

utterly modern, with 

great design to stand 

out on the hills, yet it 

comes with the 

pedigree of over 90 

years of Italian 

craftmanship. That’s 

what makes it a 

superb all-rounder. 

HEART AND SOLE 

The Presa sole (developed by 

Scarpa’s in-house R&D team) 

is made with a high-grip 

Supergum rubber compound 

giving you excellent grip and 

durability. The pronounced 

heel and hiking-oriented lugs 

aid braking on descents, while 

providing grip on climbs. 

TOUGH BUT COOL 

The Rush TRK’s tough upper 

is made from 1.6-1.8 mm 

leather, providing great 

durability. But it’s also 

flexible and breathable, 

making it ideal for summer 

walking. There’s Gore-Tex to 

keep it waterproof while also 

dispersing heat effectively. It 

keeps water out, while sweat 

that is created inside the 

boot quickly evaporates. 

How much & 

where from? 

£185; find more details 

and the full Scarpa 

range at scarpa.co.uk 

Turn over for more 

quality footwear 

options… 


Footwear 


CRAGHOPPERS 

ECO-LITE MID £95 

A fab-looking casual-style shoe packed full 

of eco features, such as the antibacterial 

and breathable midsole which is made 

from recycled foam, and the mesh 

upper made from recycled 

bottles and marine litter. 


COLUMBIA 

HATANA MAX OUTDRY £110 

A sleek, sophisticated shoe from fast-and-light specialists 

Columbia, the Hatana offers ‘adaptive traction’ (the grip 

follows the ground) and ‘Navic fit’ (a lace 

webbing system that keeps your heel 

in place), plus their highly reliable 

OutDry membrane. 

columbia 

sportswear. 

co.uk 

KEEN 

NXIS EVO WP £140 

We’ve been mooching about over vale and hill 

in this for a couple of months now and it is 

a seriously impressive all-terrain shoe. 

It offers the extra toe room and 

protection the brand is known 

for, but with enhanced 

all-terrain grip and 

really stunning 

underfoot comfort. 

keenfootwear.com 

JACK WOLFSKIN TERRAVENTURE 

TEXAPORE LOW £140 

Jack Wolfskin have made this shoe as 

eco-friendly as possible, with a 

recycled inner lining and upper, 

and a waterproof membrane 

made from both post- and 

pre-consumer waste. 

It’s also lightweight 

and really comfy. 

jack-wolfskin. 

co.uk 

MERRELL 

CHAM 8 STRETCH TACTICAL £140 

Named after a famously adaptable reptile, this new boot is 

at home on just about any terrain. 

With shock absorbers in the heel, 

an EVA foam midsole for stability, 

waterproof upper and 

excellent traction, 

it looks after 

your foot nicely. 

merrell.com/uk 

HANWAG 

BLUERIDGE LOW £150 

Hanwag’s new Blueridge range aims to be a lighter, softer, 

more flexible alternative to their excellent Banks range for 

easy hiking – and it’s eco-conscious 

too. 100% PFC-free and made in 

Europe with a fully traceable 

supply chain, it’s 

looking like a 

real winner for 

summer walks. 

hanwag.com 

HOKA ONE ONE 

ANACAPA MID GTX £150 

If your feet suffer from constant pavement 

and track pounding, then these should help 

soothe them. They have Hoka’s incredibly 

distinctive cushioning and an extended 

heel that makes the impact 

smoother. The Gore-Tex 

membrane will also keep 

feet dry and cool. 

hoka.com 

BERGHAUS 

VC22 MID GTX BOOT £160 

These mid-cut boots offer great ankle 

protection, so you can take on uneven 

terrain with confidence. There’s luxurious 

cushioning in the footbed too, and the 

Gore-Tex membrane will keep those 

feet fresh after a long day. 

berghaus.com 


NEXT ISSUE: OUR BIGGEST EVER BOOT TEST 

30 WALKING BOOTS PUT THROUGH THEIR PACES BY THE 

COUNTRY WALKING TEAM. ON SALE 28 TH APRIL – DON’T MISS IT! 

MEINDL 

ONTARIO GTX £165 

This shoe looks as good on the high street 

as on the hill. But that doesn’t mean it 

lacks technical features. The uppers 

have a Gore-Tex membrane, the 

footbed keeps things ventilated 

and the sole has enough 

traction for a variety 

of terrain. 

meindl.co.uk 

SALOMON 

PREDICT HIKE GTX £165 

This shoe might be cosy, with its soft footbed, close fit and 

good ankle support. But it’s also 

capable of handling big days on pretty 

tough terrain thanks to its sturdy, 

deep lugs, its Gore-Tex 

membrane 

and its 

flexibility. 

salomon. 

com 

LA SPORTIVA 

TX HIKE MID GTX £170 

La Sportiva’s focus is on lightweight, 

precise, technical footwear for mountain 

terrain, and the TX Hike embodies those 

priorities smartly. It’s lightweight, really 

flexible, and the midsole has 

stabilisers that add cushioning 

and keep you steady. 

And it’s made using 65% 

recycled materials. 

lasportiva.com 

LOWA 

EXPLORER GTX LO II SHOE £170 

A shoe designed to handle the tough stuff – its tread provides 

excellent traction even on diffcult terrain. There’s lots of 

cushioning for long days in the hills, 

plus a lacing system that gives a 

precise fit for your lucky 

feet. lowa. 

co.uk 

DANNER 

TRAIL CAMPO GTX £180 

US brand Danner really know how to make a comfy trail shoe. 

On this little beauty, the footbed consists of three layers 

which combine to offer great 

cushioning and support, while the 

Vibram outsole provides 

plentiful grip. global. 

danner. 

com 

ZAMBERLAN 

NEW TRAIL LITE GTX BOOT £180 

This boot has been built to last. The 

single-piece leather upper (with 

Gore-Tex) is a match for any conditions 

you might face, and the Vibram 

Grivola outsole will give you 

good grip even on the 

slippy stuff. 

hillanddale 

outdoors.co.uk 

AKU 

ROCK DFS GTX SHOE £190 

These remarkable shoes aim to change 

the game with their double lacing 

system. The first provides a relaxed 

fit for regular walking, and the 

second tightens the shoe 

around your forefoot 

for steeper 

ascents and 

scrambling. 

trekitt.co.uk 

SCARPA 

MESCALITO TRK GTX £225 

This boot has the toughness, resilience 

and comfort to be your ideal companion 

on a long-distance trail. It also copes with 

demanding conditions with its excellent 

grip and sturdy support, and should 

keep you going day after day. 

scarpa.co.uk 


“I can’t believe what a difference 

Bridgedale socks make to walking.” 

Kim Kimberley 

LITTLE THINGS MATTER 

Design, knit and quality control in UK 

Nylon structure gives durability 

Tested around the world 

LYCRA® structure allows stretch and recovery 

Recommended Sock for The Duke of 

Edinburgh’s Expedition 

All day comfort 

www.lycra.com 

LYCRA® DRY TECHNOLOGY 

www.bridgedale.com


Socks for Summer 

Stay cool and stable in your boots 

for mile after mile this summer. 


LORPEN 

T3 MIDWEIGHT HIKER 

Even the ‘perfect’ boot or shoe will only do its best work if 

it’s working in tandem with the perfect sock. In summer your 

socks have a host of important jobs to do: keeping your foot 

stable and secure inside the boot; keeping 

its shape so it doesn’t scrunch down 

as you cover those long, lovely 

miles; preventing those 

annoying rubs that can 

turn into blisters – and 

carefully managing the 

heat and moisture that 

come with a warm day’s 

walking. So a good sock isn’t a 

luxury – it’s an essential. And 

here’s a sock which gets that 

blend spot-on. 

SUSTAINABILITY 

Lorpen is committed to 

preserving the 

environment in every 

aspect of business. 

Wherever possible, the 

brand uses fibres created 

from sustainable and 

manageable resources. 

They also develop 

manufacturing processes 

that are sensitive to the 

environment and reduce 

the amount of 

post-production waste at 

all levels. 

PROUD 

HERITAGE 

Lorpen Socks are 

engineered in the 

Pyrenees where the 

brand has been making 

great socks for outdoor 

enthusiasts for over 

30 years. 

THE PERFECT 

BLEND 

Ideally a walking sock 

needs to be a blend of 

toughness, breathability 

and stretch, and the 

secret is in the blend of 

fabrics. Here’s the mix that 

makes the T3 Midweight 

Hiker so dynamic… 

• 20% PrimaLoft 

• 35% merino wool 

• 35% nylon 

• 10% stretch nylon 

with Lycra 

ADAPTABILITY 

The T3 Midweight Hiker 

has a great balance 

between insulation 

and breathability, 

making it a good 

companion on 

long walks 

throughout 

the year. 

How much & 

where from? 

£22; find full details of 

this pair, and the rest of 

the Lorpen range, at 

lorpen.co.uk 

TOP TECHNOLOGY 

Lorpen’s T3 technology combines three 

layers of different yarns to create a sock 

which maximises warming and cooling 

properties. The three layers work together to 

wick moisture away from the feet, help it to 

disperse and protect the feet from abrasion. 

STRONG WHERE IT COUNTS 

With reinforcement in the sole and 

cushioning across the foot, the T3 

Midweight Hiker provides added comfort, 

so you don’t have to worry about your feet, 

even on the longest of walks. 

This way for more 

great sock options… 


Socks for Summer 


KEELA 

ROVING SOCK £10 

The Roving Sock (great name) 

offers plenty of protection with a 

fully-cushioned sole, a cushioned 

bridge, plus reinforcement in the heel 

and toes. keelaoutdoors.com 

HJ HALL 

PROTREK LIGHT HIKE 

£10.50 

Perfect for summer walking – these are 

lightweight, they wick moisture and 

they dry quickly so they are soon ready 

to go again. hj.co.uk 

SHOWERS PASS 

TEMPO £12 

Cycling brand Showers Pass have 

moved confidently into the walking 

market. Here’s a low-cut sock providing 

‘earth-friendly comfort and durability’. 


1000 MILE 

APPROACH SOCK £14 

The Approach sock is devilishly clever: 

the inner layer moves with the foot, 

while the outer moves with the shoe, 

reducing friction and blister risk. 

1000mile.co.uk 

BAM BAMBOO 

WALKING SOCK £15 

‘Join the bamboo revolution,’ say BAM. 

Made from bamboo and merino, these 

socks are beautifully soft, and great at 

controlling temperature, moisture and 

odour. bambooclothing.co.uk 

CRAGHOPPERS 

HEAT REGULATING 

TRAVEL SOCK £16 

We’re not entirely sure what makes this 

a ‘travel sock’ as distinct from a ‘really 

good walking sock’ – but it’s definitely 

one of those. craghoppers.com 


THE KNOWLEDGE 

Some brands use bamboo in their socks – particularly BAM, for whom bamboo 

is the cornerstone of their whole offering. But isn’t bamboo a type of wood? 

Yes, though the bamboo plant also has leaves and a soft inner pith at the 

centre of its trunk. These are crushed before being soaked, washed and spun 

into a yarn. You’re left with a material that feels really soft and silky, and is 

stretchy and excellent at absorbing moisture away from your skin. It costs less 

to produce than cotton, and if responsibly farmed and manufactured, it can be 

a good eco option too. Bamboo: not just for pandas, then. 

EDZ 

ALL CLIMATE 

MERINO SOCK £18 

Designed to be as handy in winter as 

in summer, these adaptable socks are 

well-padded and great at wicking 

moisture. edz.co.uk 

BRIDGEDALE 

HIKE LIGHTWEIGHT 

MERINO PERFORMANCE 

£18.50 

Can’t say much cos of the long name 

but: probably the best walking sock in 

the world. That’s all. bridgedale.com 

LORPEN 

T3 LIGHT HIKER £19 

A lighter option than the Midweight 

in the Masterclass, these superb 

all-rounders are fantastic in summer 

and just as good through spring and 

autumn. lorpen.co.uk 

MEINDL 

MT3 MERINO MAGIC £22 

Multi-day walkers take note: these 

lightweight socks won’t smell even if 

worn on consecutive days, thanks to 

the antibacterial qualities of the merino 

wool inside them. meindl.co.uk 

DARN TOUGH 

DECADE MICRO CREW 

£23 

These socks can be worn in just about 

any weather – they’re really tough, 

and they feel fabulously smooth. 

absolute-snow.co.uk 

SMARTWOOL 

HIKE LIGHT CUSHION £23 

Created for numerous terrains, with a 

light layer of cushioning across the sole, 

extra ankle flex and amazing durability. 

smartwool.co.uk 


Deter midges and mosquitoes away 

with the Thermacell Zone Protectors. 

Available from 

Designed for portability and easy 

to use, the MR300 gives you no 

need for smelly, harmful sprays 

or oily lotions.

Baselayers & Shirts 

Keep your cool when it’s warm – but stay ready for anything, too… 


FORCLAZ 

TREK 500 MOUNTAIN TREKKING 

LONG-SLEEVED T-SHIRT 

Cool, light, flexible, breathable, odour-free, functional, 

fashionable – we ask a lot of our baselayers and shirts, 

especially in summer. Sometimes we’re after a casual 

look, sometimes we’d like something that 

looks and feels ready for big 

adventures. The best baselayers 

can bring all those attributes 

together in a product you can 

wear all year round – and here 

is a superb merino top 

to prove it… 

LIGHTWEIGHT 

Hardworking though it may be, the 

greatest virtue of a good baselayer is in 

not realising you’re even wearing it. At 

243g (large), the Trek 500 is featherlight 

considering its sophisticated construction. 

HALF-ZIP 

Polo neck shirts might be 

cooler in general, but a 

half-zip gives you greater 

versatility – zip down for 

maximum breathability on 

hot days; zip up to keep 

the draughts out when it’s 

chilly out there. 

FREEDOM OF 

MOVEMENT 

Look for a decent degree 

of built-in stretch, so your 

movements stay smooth 

and uninhibited on the 

go. High quality merino 

like this has stretch 

for days. 

ODOUR 

CONTROL 

Synthetic fibres 

can handle odours 

pretty well – but 

nothing beats 

merino wool 

for dispersing 

unpleasant odours, 

giving a baselayer 

that can run for days 

between washes 

without you scaring 

people away. 

BREATHABILITY 

This is probably our biggest concern 

with a baselayer, especially in the heat of 

summer. Look for something like this one, 

which uses natural merino wool to wick 

away moisture and maintain your arms 

and torso at a comfortable temperature. 

ABRASION RESISTANCE 

Your baselayer will often be sandwiched 

between your skin and an outer layer, 

probably with a rucksack harness pressing 

down on it too. So look for subtle seams and 

a soft polyamide yarn to prevent abrasion. 

How much & 

where from? 

£45; find full details of 

this one, and other 

options from Forclaz 

and Quechua, at 

decathlon.co.uk 

Turn over to meet more 

baselayer options… 


Baselayers & Shirts 


ROHAN 

VAPOUR T £37 

This lightweight, airy T-shirt wicks 

moisture away from your skin, dries 

quickly enough after a wash to wear 

the next day, and has UPF 40+ sun 

protection, plus an anti-odour finish. 

rohan.co.uk 

SUB ZERO 

ANTI-MOSQUITO £40 

If you’re heading to where bloodthirsty 

insects roam, this will repel them with 

its Superbug fabric treatment. It also 

has mesh zones where heat can 

escape, plus enhanced wicking. 

subzero.co.uk 

BAM 

KAGU £44 

The half-zip Kagu is made 

predominantly from bamboo, which 

makes it really soft and smooth. It also 

absorbs moisture and is breathable to 

keep you cool as well as comfy. 

bambooclothing.co.uk 

CRAGHOPPERS 

NOSIBOTANICAL HULA 

£50 

NosiBotanical is an extension of Crags’ 

renowned NosiLife insect-repellent 

formula and it’s plant-based (hence the 

name); specifically it’s derived from 

lemon eucalyptus twigs. Love this shirt. 


ZEROFIT 

COOL WEAVE £50 

Zerofit are primarily known for their 

warm winter layers, but here they are 

proving they can do summer too. This 

has a water absorbing polymer that 

shrinks to allow sweat to disappear at 

speed. The arms and neck also have a 

UPF 50+ rating. zerofit.co.uk 

ALPKIT 

CAREON £55 

The trekking shirt is a bit of an artform: 

a genuine all-rounder that, if it works 

properly, you can wear on the hill, on 

the plane, in the piazza and in the bar. 

Here Alpkit get it spot-on with a soft, 

light, fast-wicking shirt that looks great. 

alpkit.com 


THE KNOWLEDGE 

You’ll see many brands explaining that the Durable Water Repellent (DWR) 

treatment they use is ‘PFC-free’. DWR is an outer coating that makes water roll 

off the fabric, and those that include PFCs (perfluorocarbons) can be very 

effective at this. But PFCs are also non-biodegradable, so eco-conscious 

companies are trying to remove them. Doing so while maintaining the same 

level of performance is proving to be a real headache, but the alternatives 

are improving by the year and some companies are hoping to be completely 

PFC-free in the near future. 

RAB 

FORGE £55 

A slim-fitting baselayer made with a 

blend of merino and polyester, which is 

quick to dry, breathable and prevents 

bad odours. A joy to wear from Day 1 of 

a trail to Day 15, with minimal care 

needed along the way. rab.equipment 

SALEWA 

PUEZ HEMP £60 

Salewa are never knowingly 

undercomplicated, but it works. This 

slick, bodymapped shirt is made with 

Alpine hemp – a material that’s 

impressively durable and has a low 

environmental impact. salewa.com 

ARTILECT 

BOULDER £65 

What doesn’t this T-shirt do? It’s 

ultra-lightweight, it’s made from 

soft merino wool, it’s stretchy, it’s 

breathable, it’s durable… the list 

goes on, and new US brand Artilect 

continues to impress. artilect.studio 

KEELA 

HERITAGE £65 

Scottish brand Keela love to designs 

stuff for erratic UK weather conditions. 

This classy shirt is rain and wind 

resistant, and made from tough stuff. 

When it’s warmer you can open the 

buttons and adjust the cuffs. 

keelaoutdoors.com 

PÁRAMO 

KATMAI £75 / 

SOCORRO £65 SHIRT 

Another superb trekking-and-travel 

shirt, the sleek, swishy fabric of this 

shirt is cooling and deters insects, while 

its three pockets (with hidden security 

pocket) allow you to store valuables 

safely. paramo-clothing.com 

FJÄLLRÄVEN 

ABISKO TREKKING SHIRT 

£110 

Perhaps the ultimate in classy trekking 

shirts, the Abisko is tough but also so 

light and malleable that it can be 

packed into its own pocket. Great 

storage and ventilation too. 

fjallraven.co.uk 


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Waterproofs 

Remember that picture on page 3? Here’s how to fix a day like that. 


SPRAYWAY 

REACTION LONG JACKET 

The first thing we want from our waterproof 

jacket in summer is to not have to use it, 

which means ideally it needs to be packable 

and compressible to fit snugly in the 

rucksack. But when the rain comes (and 

come it will, in any form from annoying 

drizzle to all-day monsoon), we want it 

to be lightweight, breathable, but also 

every inch as robust and reliable as it 

is in winter. Here’s how to do all that, 

illustrated by an excellent example 

from Sprayway. 

FLEXIBILITY 

Flex matters because 

your body moves in so 

many unusual ways on a 

walk – especially if hills 

are involved. Sprayway 

pride themselves on the 

‘amazing arm lift’ of the 

Reaction jacket, so you 

won’t feel constrained 

when brushing 

branches away or 

reaching for that 

handhold on a 

rocky ascent. 

CUFFS 

AND 

CORDS 

Look for 

points of 

adjustment; 

how easy is 

to to get the 

perfect fit for 

you? Here we’ve 

got adjustable 

cuffs to lock 

draughts out of 

the sleeves, and 

drawcords to pull 

the hem close and 

keep the damp out. 

LONGER CUT 

The majority of 

waterproof jackets 

these days are cut 

at the waist, but 

there is so much to 

be said for a more 

traditional longer 

cut like this one: it 

covers the butt and 

the thighs and makes 

you feel at least 10% 

more snug on the go. 

A GOOD HOOD 

Look for a snug-fitting hood with a 

firm peak to keep the rain out of your 

eyes. Sprayway’s fully adjustable 

Hill Hood design delivers precisely 

that – and unlike with skimpier 

jackets, the hood can be fully 

rolled away into the collar 

when not needed. 

RELIABILITY 

Always check what the 

waterproofing system 

is. Here it’s fairly 

unimpeachable as it’s 

handled by two-layer 

Gore-Tex inside a 

PFC-free recycled fabric 

shell, with a mesh and 

taffeta interior lining for 

comfort and breathability. 

PROPER 

POCKETS 

How many pockets, where 

are they and what can 

you fit in them? All key 

questions on a jacket, 

given how much stuff 

walkers like to have access 

to. The Reaction jacket 

has a map-sized chest 

pocket, two large 

handwarmer pockets 

and an inner security 

cubby-hole too. 

How much & 

where from? 

£200, find it along 

with the rest of the 

Sprayway range at 

sprayway.com 

Turn over for more 

options to keep you 

dry this summer… 


Waterproofs 


QUECHUA 

MH500 £70 

It would be hard to find another 

jacket of this quality at such a good 

price. It has a three-layer membrane 

to keep the water out, yet is breathable, 

with openings at the side where 

perspiration is wicked away. The 

fabric is stretchy, and the hood has 

a lip to keep rain off your face. 

decathlon.co.uk 

SHOWERS 

PASS SYNCLINE £110 

If you want to be seen and safe, 

this excellent waterproof has 

reflective material so you’re visible 

from any direction. It’s lightweight 

and has two adjustable core vents, 

so you’ll keep cool in a summer 

storm. It also has loads of pockets 

including two front hand warmers. 


MONTANE 

PODIUM JACKET £120 

Perfect for fast-and-light fans. 

The Podium is a supremely lightweight 

jacket – just 115g. It comes with its 

own stuff sack that, with the jacket 

inside, can fit into the palm of your 

hand. It comes with an elasticated 

hood and partially-elasticated 

cuffs so the rain stays out. 

montane.com 

BAM 

ROWTOR 

LONGAFORD £129 

The Rowtor and Longaford jackets 

are made from 98-percent recycled 

materials, use PFC-free water repelling 

treatment, and are also recyclable. 

They have a breathable membrane 

and ventilation at the back, and are 

compact enough to packs into their 

own pockets. bambooclothing.co.uk 

BERGHAUS 

PACLITE DYNAK £160 

Berghaus’ Paclite range (their cheapest 

Gore-Tex offering) has always been 

a winner. The Dynak is a new variant 

for 2022: a great all-rounder with a 

stiffened peak on its adjustable hood, 

PFC-free water repelling treatment and 

easy-to-adjust hem and cuffs. And 

getting a Gore-Tex jacket for under 

£200 is impressive now. berghaus.com 

OUTDOOR RESEARCH 

HELIUM RAIN JACKET 

£160 

This one’s all about robustness. It’s five 

times more tear-resistant than its 

parent the Helium II, yet also lighter. 

As with all Helium waterproofs, it 

functions to a really high standard, but 

the Helium Rain can withstand even 

more being thrown at it than previous 

versions. ultralightoutdoorgear.co.uk 


THE KNOWLEDGE 

The main measure of a waterproof is pressure rating called hydrostatic head. 

A piece of the jacket material is clamped across the bottom of a vertical tube, 

which is then slowly filled with water. Observers then monitor how high the 

column of water gets before the material lets drips through. A hydrostatic head 

of 3000mm means the column was 3 metres tall before any water came 

through. Interestingly, Gore-Tex don’t use the hydrostatic head test as they say 

it isn’t very realistic: instead they replicate a full range of outdoor conditions in 

their lab and unleash them on a completed jacket. 

ROHAN 

FARNE £160 

The Farne’s waterproof fabric has two 

layers – a water-repellent outer layer 

and a fully seam-sealed PU membrane, 

which are bonded together to create a 

highly effective breathable waterproof. 

It’s comfy too, with a loose inner lining 

and smooth taffeta in the sleeves. 

The cuffs and hem are also adjustable. 

rohan.co.uk 

COLUMBIA 

AMPLI-DRY £135 

Columbia love their in-house 

technologies, and Ampli-Dry is but 

their latest innovation. As well as 

keeping the rain out and removing 

moisture from within, this jacket has 

four-way stretch so it moves when you 

do, and you can adjust the hood, cuffs 

and hem for a perfect custom fit. 

columbiasportswear.co.uk 

RAB 

ARC ECO £200 

An extremely eco-friendly jacket 

whose waterproof fabric is made from 

100% recycled polyester, which in turn 

can be recycled after it’s reached the 

end of its life. Its finish is PFC-free. 

Plus there’s an adjustable hood with 

laminated peak, fleece-lined chin guard 

and large chest pockets big enough 

for maps. rab.equipment/uk 

PATAGONIA 

GRANITE CREST £260 

Another product for which the 

environment is a key priority – it’s made 

from recycled fishing nets to help 

reduce plastic pollution in the oceans, 

and uses no PFC in its water repellent 

treatment. The hood has a laminated 

visor so rain misses the face, the zips 

are watertight, and it stuffs into its own 

pocket. eu.patagonia.com 

PÁRAMO 

VELEZ JACKET £300 

If you’re bagging summits on steamy 

summer days, the Velez is brilliant at 

removing sweat and keeping you dry. 

It doesn’t just wick away vapour, but 

moves liquid from your skin – 80% of 

it, Páramo says. Its chest pockets 

and upper arm vents are also great 

for regulating temperature. 

paramo-clothing.com 

ARC’TERYX 

BETA £320 

A highly versatile jacket for a host of 

conditions and terrains. The top-level 

Gore-Tex fabric is extremely tough and 

as waterproof and breathable as you’d 

expect for a jacket at this end of the 

price spectrum. The fit is trim, but 

is flexible and offers freedom of 

movement, while the hood adjusts 

with just one pull. arcteryx.com 


Trousers & Shorts 

Take a giant leap forward this summer (in legwear that’s ready for it). 


REGATTA 

HIGHTON ZIP-OFF 

WALKING TROUSERS 

Your legs are the turbines that power every move you 

make on a walk, from slithering around a churned-up 

field path to boulder-hopping on a high summit. 

So wrap them in armour that knows how to respond to 

all those weird and unusual movements, while keeping 

them warm or cool, 

dry and ventilated, 

no matter what the 

weather is doing. 

In this section we’re 

looking at legwear 

that’ll take you 

from beach to 

beacon, and from 

peak to pub. Here 

to show how it’s 

done are Regatta’s 

tried and tested 

Highton zip-offs, 

which are literally 

ready for anything… 

STORAGE 

Although most of your kit will 

likely be in your rucksack, 

pockets and extra storage are 

always useful for phones, GPS, 

maps, a bit of cash, medicines 

etc. Here there are four 

storage options including 

zipped main pockets. 

QUICK DRYING 

It’s also helpful if your 

trousers will dry out 

quickly after a soaking. 

The lightweight synthetic 

fabric in these trousers 

allows moisture to wick 

away and evaporate 

quickly. 

COME RAIN, 

COME SHINE 

They don’t need to be fully 

waterproof, but it’s ideal if 

your legwear can hold 

off squally showers or 

persistent drizzle. On the 

Highton trousers there’s a 

Durable Water Repellent 

finish (DWR) – but also 

40+ UPF sun protection to 

keep those harsh rays off 

your legs. 

COMFORT 

First and foremost, 

summer walking 

trousers need to be 

comfy and responsive 

over many miles. The 

Highton is made with 

Regatta’s Isoflex active 

stretch fabric – a blend 

of tough polyamide and 

stretchy elastane means 

they respond to what 

you’re doing and feel 

great on the go. 

CONVERTIBILITY 

Zip-offs are fantastic 

for switching between 

practical protection and 

fun in the sun. The Highton 

trousers zip off smoothly 

and offer easy and 

faff-free reattachment. 

How much & 

where from? 

£75 (men’s), £65 

(women’s) and often 

discounted, making 

them great value. Find 

the full Regatta range 

at regatta.com and in 

stores nationwide. 

Check out more great 

legwear options here… 


Trousers & Shorts 


ALPKIT 

TELEKI £45 

Alpkit’s Teleki trousers are a tried and 

tested summer favourite – especially 

in the zip-off format shown here (the 

non-convertible version is £40). Tough 

enough to handle long hikes, but with 

plenty of stretch for hillwalking. 

alpkit.com 

RAB 

MOMENTUM £50 

These are lightweight and flexible 

shorts for summer days, but they’re 

wind and water-resistant should you 

encounter an unexpected shower or 

three. They’re fast-drying too, and they 

have an elasticated waistband. 

rab.equipment 

REGATTA 

HIGHTON TROUSERS £65 

The ‘standard’ version of the zip-offs 

seen in our Masterclass, these tough 

but adaptable walking trousers offer 

UPF 40+ protection and are stretchy 

and water-repellent. 

regatta.com 

PÁRAMO 

MAUI SHORTS £65 

ALIPA SHORTS £75 

These cargo shorts are made of the 

strong yet stretchy Parameta A 

Cotton+ fabric, they offer UPF 50+ 

UV protection, and they have hidden 

storage inside the cargo pocket to keep 

valuables safe. paramo-clothing.com 

BERGHAUS 

EMBIRA SKORT £65 

The Embira skort is made from more 

than 50% recycled materials and has 

four-way stretch fabric that’s also 

breathable, quick-drying and wicks 

away moisture. It comes with security 

pockets and is water-resistant too. 

berghaus.com 

SHOWERS PASS 

CROSS COUNTRY SHORT 

£68 

Street-to-summit shorts with a splash 

of urban chic. They have silicone grip 

on the back waistband so won’t slip 

even on a sweaty outing, and they’re 

body-mapped for a close but 

responsive fit. showerspass.co.uk 


THE KNOWLEDGE 

Breathability. It’s a word that gets thrown at us from all angles as soon as we 

step into the gear shop, but what does it really mean? First thing to say is it’s 

not really about stopping you from sweating, it’s about handling the sweat 

when it happens – and specifically, conducting it away from your body. 

The real challenge for clothing manufacturers is to achieve this while keeping 

moisture out AND preventing a build-up of condensation. Breathable clothes 

work best when they fit close to the body, as this means there are fewer 

pockets of colder air that create condensation on the inside of the outer layer. 

CRAGHOPPERS 

NOSILIFE PRO 

CONVERTIBLE II £75 

Ideal for warm days with cool mornings 

and evenings. These lightweight 

trousers become shorts by zipping off 

the lower legs, and offer protection 

from the sun and bitey critters. 


PATAGONIA 

ALTVIA TRAIL SHORTS 

£80 

Patagonia’s eco-concern shines 

through again here. The fabric is made 

from 86% recycled polyester and the 

water repellent coating is PFC-free. 

Great freedom of movement and five 

pockets. eu.patagonia.com 

SALEWA 

LAVAREDO HEMP CARGO 

SHORTS £85 

Salewa want us to go scrambling in 

these: they have Durastretch inserts, 

seams and gusset panel to allow full 

movement. Meanwhile, the soft but 

tough fabric is made with 49% 

sustainable hemp. salewa.com 

ROHAN 

PIONEER CONVERTIBLE 

£100 

Whether it’s trousers or shorts you 

need, these have it covered with their 

detachable legs. They offer good 

sun and insect protection, and are 

comfortably breathable even when 

it’s hot out there. rohan.co.uk 

COLUMBIA 

FIELD CREEK 

CONVERTIBLE £110 

New this season, the Field Creeks are 

sophisticated zip-offs powered by 

Columbia’s Omni-Shield DWR 

technology. Plenty of storage too, 

including cargo and security pockets. 

columbiasportswear.co.uk 

FJÄLLRÄVEN 

KEB SHORTS £135 

Last but not least, we finish with an 

update to a tried and trusted classic. 

Fjällräven have updated their already 

excellent Keb shorts by making them 

even stronger and closer-fitting, while 

using organic and recycled materials. 

fjallraven.com 


Head for 

the hills 

SHOP OUR FULL CAMPING RANGE AT REGATTA.COM 

AND IN STORES NATIONWIDE 

@regattaoutdoors

summer gear guide 2022

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