You don’t need to spend a fortune to cut pounds from your kit. In fact, you might not need to spend anything at all.

Here, Chris Townsend and Francesca Donovan offer their verdicts on a selection of the best ultralight backpacks on the market at the moment. These backpacks are in the 55 to 65 litre grouping and ...

When it comes to backpacking, every gram counts. That's why our selection focuses on lightweight yet sturdy tents that won't have you questioning your life choices halfway up a mountain.