Spring has officially sprung, it’s time to take stock of your kit for warmer hiking days. During the months of Spring, it’s important to have hiking gear that is both lightweight and breathable, but also keeps you warm and dry for those inevitable showers.
Here’s our roundup of the best hiking gear for spring 2021, essentials to keep you warm, dry, safe and happy for your upcoming adventures!
Berghaus Gyber fleece jacket | £75 berghaus.com
Smart with a sporty edge, this relaxed and comfy layer dials up the heat on frosty winter days. Made from a fine knit fleece you’ll notice it retains body heat from the minute you throw it on. Great as a brilliant layering piece for Spring and Summer. Add a waterproof jacket and you’re all kitted out whether you’re heading up the mountains or a costal walk.
Men’s Mountain Equipment Rupal Jacket | £243 gooutdoors.co.uk
The Men’s Rupal Mountain Equipment Jacket is a new design recently launched at Go Outdoors, a tough and durable GORE-TEX® jacket for wet conditions and varied mountain use. This jacket is perfect for all types of adventurer as it’s fully waterproof, windproof and breathable, with alpine fit, great for hikers and mountain sends. With a fully adjustable hood that’s compatible with helmets, perfect for climbers.
Women’s Montane Gravity Gore-Tex Jacket | £216 gooutdoors.co.uk
The Women’s Gravity Gore-Tex Montane Jacket is another recently released product for Spring, a versatile shell jacket with Gore-Tex waterproof technology. This perfect do-it-all waterproof shell uses 75 Denier GORE-TEX technology throughout and is finished with a DWR coating for additional weatherproof protection, making it ideal as a reliable outer layer for long days in the mountains.
Men’s Montane Terra Mission Pants | £99 gooutdoors.co.uk
Tough weather-resistant legwear that’ll keep you comfortable without slowing you down. Made from tough, wind-resistant fabrics with added stretch and a DWR treatment, Montane Terra Mission Pants give you the freedom of movement and durability you need to tackle demanding trails.
Womens Rab Elevation Trousers | £54 gooutdoors.co.uk
Close-fitting stretch pants with the durability of soft-shell and the freedom of a legging. Whether you’re climbing, hill-walking, or scrambling, the Rab Women’s Elevation Pants will keep you comfortable and protected. They’re made with lightweight Matrix™ double weave fabric with 4-way stretch, in a slim fit and feminine cut.
Merrell MQM Flex 2.0 GTX | £120 merrell.com
The second iteration of the popular MQM has new Quantum Grip and Gore-Tex Invisible Fit to create a durable, agile and light shoe with all the protection you would expect from the leading outdoor footwear brand.
Salomon Out Night 30+5 | £105 salomon.com
The Out Night 30+5 pack makes it easy to stay hydrated with soft flask and bladder compatibility so you can choose your preferred thirst-quenching system. The Motion Fit harness system offers a snug, stable fit that moves with you and ventilates. It’s so comfortable, you may forget you’re wearing it. A host of options—an expandable main compartment, multiple stash points, a removable lid to create a svelte ‘Speed Shape’ and a poles holder—make it useable for a variety of outdoor activities.
SunGod Sierras Polarised Sunglasses | £70 sungod.co
SunGod Classics Polarised Sunglasses | £70 sungod.co
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