25463DAY-TRIP ESSENTIALS
APPRECIATE SOME OF THE BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPES CLOSER TO
HOME EQUIPPED WITH THE RIGHT GEAR ON A DAY TRIP
WORDS: TAMSIN WRESSELLKIT LISTThree to try: Fill your backpack
(^4) SMARTWOOL MERINO ULTRA
LIGHT HOODIE
Designed to pack down into its
pocket, Smartwool’s merino wool
adds breathability to this super
light hoodie. Made from a blend
of merino and recycled polyester
with a DWR coating to provide
wind and weather protection.
RRP: £114.99. smartwool.co.uk
(^1) KEEN HARVEST MASK
To encourage wearing masks, Keen
has created a line of them made
from upcycled materials originally
sourced from its shoe range.
They’re washable and reusable
to minimise environmental
impact, too. RRP: £10 for two.
keenfootwear.com
5 ARC’TERYX NORVAN LD 2 SHOE
Arc’teryx’s new lightweight trail
running shoe is designed to be
breathable, durable and to provide
all-day comfort on extended walks
and trail runs. Ideal on shi ing
terrain. RRP: £140. arcteryx.com
(^6) OSPREY ARCHEON 25 BACKPACK
Made fully from recycled fabrics,
this roll-top backpack comes
with a rain cover and a specifi c
backsystem support available in
men’s and women’s ranges. It has
metal fastenings for durability and
a front pocket for easy access.
RRP: £150. ospreyeurope.com
(^2) KATHMANDU HELI
THERMORE JACKET
For when the weather is on the
changeable side, this Kathmandu
jacket — made from recycled
synthetic fi bres — provides
dependable warmth without the
bulk. It’s designed to be worn as
a mid or outer layer to keep away
the chills when the sun goes down.
RRP: £99.99. kathmandu.co.uk
(^3) BRIDGEDALE ULTRALIGHT SOCKS
Wearing high-performing socks is
essential for keeping feet happy on
day trips. The Ultralight range from
Bridgedale has been specifi cally
designed for warmer weather, on
and off the trail, to ensure feet stay
dry and comfortable. RRP: £15.
bridgedale.com
CLOSCA BOTTLE
In line with their
Consciousness campaign,
Closca have created
reusable, wearable bottles
inspired by nature.
RRP: £35. closca.com
POP & STORE
1L LUNCHBOX
Collapses down when
empty, saving 60% space,
for on-the-go storage.
Available in a range of sizes.
RRP: £5.99. addis.co.uk
JACK WOLFSKIN
RE WASTY
Take home your rubbish
after a day out with this
100% recycled reusable
rubbish bag. RRP: £12.
jackwolfskin.co.uk
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