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Rab Exosphere 3.5 Self-Inflating Sleep Mat review: a brilliant three-season camping pad for comfort-first campers

Spoiler alert: I’m planning on getting a lot of blissful sleep at camp this summer

‘A buff is so versatile’: running essentials for your first marathon – and what you don’t need

Inspired to run your first 26.2 miles? Seasoned runners share their go-to kit, from race-day shoes to free apps (plus five UK marathons you can still enter)

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The best women’s waterproof jackets in the UK for every type of adventure, tested

Our expert rounds up the best waterproof jackets and raincoats for everything from a drizzly coffee run to hiking in the wilderness

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I’ve tested lots of fleeces over winter and these are the 3 I’ll be wearing in 2026

Three top fleeces for keeping warm without carrying weight or bulk

I’m training for a half marathon in the winter – this is the running gear I’m wearing

From headtorches to fleece-lined leggings, pound the pavement with these cold weather essentials

The Independent UK

Best thermal clothing for 2025, tested by a former snowboard instructor

The recent cold spell proves why it’s always worth having some thermals to hand, and these are the best of the best

The Independent UK

Rab joins forces with Gramicci for a climbing collab steeped in 1980s counterculture

British mountain gear meets Californian climbing cool in a limited-edition collab celebrating the golden age of climbing

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Rab Firewall Alpine Waterproof Jacket review: a practically flawless rain shield for top-of-the-mountain adventures

Lightweight yet powerful, this jacket will give you the confidence to keep exploring, no matter what the forecast says

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Rab Phantom Waterproof Jacket review: an impossibly light and packable layer, ready for every trail run

This truly featherlight jacket is in the running for the best we've ever tested

Advnture

Watch trail runners in Japan's Northern Alps follow in the footsteps of 'the father of Japanese alpinism' in new film from Rab

An expert team of trail runners retrace the steps of Banryu, an 18th-century monk and pioneering Japanese alpinist

Advnture

Rab Veil 12L Lightweight Running Vest review: load up everything you need for the trail and run all day in comfort

You'll forget you're wearing this lightweight hydration vest, no matter how full or empty it is

Advnture

Rab Firewall Light Waterproof Jacket review: this Proflex shell outperforms GORE-TEX

The rainproof Rab Firewall Light is just the ticket for all your two-season adventures

Rab Talus 2-in-1 running shorts review: A breathable, stretchy pair with ample support for long distances, but an eye-watering price tag

These comfy Rab running shorts combine a supportive inner liner with plenty of useful pockets for storing your essentials while you race through the trails

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I hiked through rain, wind and fog in the Rab Firewall Mountain Waterproof Jacket — here's my verdict

I’m not after jackets that just look waterproof — I need full protection to stay dry and mountain-ready. That’s why the Rab Firewall Mountain Waterproof Jacket is my new go-to shell.

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Advnture

Rab Nitron 25L backpack review: A spacious and stylish model, with plenty of support and ample protection for your gear

Rab's Nitron 25L pack is a comfortable, lightweight companion for storing your kit

Advnture

A growing mountain of gear: what’s in my pack for the trek to Everest Base Camp

Packing for Everest Base Camp requires a veritable sleight of hand to make sure you’re warm, cool, dry – and don’t overload yourself

Rab Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 Down Sleep Mat review: Game-changer pad for cold-weather camping

800-fill down, winter-ready warmth, and barely any bulk – sounds perfect, right?

11 clever hiking upgrades you didn’t know you needed in 2025

From shandals to packable fleeces, here are the most essential hiking and walking upgrades for this year

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The Independent UK

Blacks discount codes: Save up to 20% on outdoor brands in September 2025

Get kitted out for less, with offers on The North Face, Rab, Adidas Terrex and more

The Independent UK

13 best puffer jackets for men, tried and tested during the cold months

I donned the latest insulated layers and tested them on Dartmoor

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Advnture Christmas climbing gift guide: beta on the best presents

If you're after a present for the climber in your life, you'll find the perfect send here

The Independent UK

10 best men’s waterproof jackets to keep you dry and stylish

From summer showers through to autumn downpours, be prepared with these stylish but protective shells

The Independent UK

Best women’s ski pants, tried and tested in the mountains

Stay chic on the slopes, with these top-rated salopettes

The Independent UK

15 best women’s ski jackets, tried and tested by a snow sports expert

Hitting the slopes? These are my top picks from the likes of Columbia, Mammut and more

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Rab Mythic 400 review: a premium sleeping bag for serious alpinists and fastpackers

The lightweight Rab Mythic 400 is a cozy cocoon for cold-weather campers that packs down small

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