A stroll through any outdoor shop presents a vast, confusing selection of clothes. How on earth do you choose which suit you best?  Once you’ve read this article, you’ll be able to walk into any store and recognise which clothing suits the hiking and climates you experience yourself.

The right footwear can make or break your hike. But there are so many options. The list is endless, but we provide tools to help choose footwear that’s right for you.

No matter how good your hiking footwear, you’ll get better results with appropriate socks and insoles. Add how to prevent blisters, and how to choose lightweight gaiters and footwear for in camp and river crossings, and you’re set to go!