heading out with a bulging rucksack or pockets crammed full of stuff doesn’t make for an easy life

this hoody delivers the kind of reliable warmth that turns harsh conditions into just another chapter in your adventure story

The nifty design means you can open it out to store bulkier items like firewood or blankets

Ideal storage for umbrellas and walking sticks

mountain cross pack midnight caribbean Colour:Midnight/Caribbean heading out with a bulgingVersatile satchel bum bag crossover pack We love a hybrid, and this mountain cross pack from Topo Designs is a stand out. At first glance, it's a messenger bag style satchel, but look closer and you'll see it's got a crafty system that lets you switch the shoulder strap across to the other side. And that's not all. Webbing grab handles on the top let you carry it as a tote, and there's also an optional waist strap that means you can wear the mountain