Apart from laces, insoles are the most commonly changed component of boots, and to be honest most of the third party insoles seem to be chasing the same priorities of comfort and support.

Equip Outdoor Technologies Ltd. (owner of British outdoor brands Rab and Lowe Alpine), has announced its certification as a B Corporation (B Corp), joining a growing movement of companies that are using business as a force for good.

Introducing the limited edition Osprey X Danner Farpoint 40 Travel Pack for men (Fairview 40 Travel Pack for women) and Danner's N45 Max Low shoe for men and women.  Together, the two products create a cohesive system designed for travellers who move seamlessly between city streets, airports, trailheads and everywhere in between. 

“Adventure travel continues to evolve, and consumers are looking for gear that can do more across all parts of their journey,” said Jim Matthews, Category Director at Osprey Packs. “We’re excited to partner with Danner to bring a more premium, thoughtful and coordinated kit to modern travelers in a way that feels authentic to both brands.” 

Osprey x Danner Farpoint | Fairview 40 (£190) 

This collaboration elevates one of Osprey's most trusted travel packs with advanced materials, premium trims and a custom footwear storage solution designed specifically for adventure travel. Key features include: 

•  State-of-the-art NanoFly™ main body fabric with UHMWPE ripstop for exceptional durability without added weight 
•  Gender-specific fit with torso-length adjustability 
•  A dedicated Boot Bin compartment for footwear storage 
•  Exclusive High Trail colorway and co-branded detailing 
•  Elevated hardware and trims 
•  All Might Guarantee™ warranty 

Osprey x Danner N45 Max Low (£200) 

The Osprey x Danner N45 Max Low shoe extends the collaboration’s shared material story and visual identity. Finished in the exclusive High Trail colorway with co-branded detailing, the shoe features: 

•  NanoFly upper and PU-coated leather rand 
•  EnduroFoam MAX midsole with Nitrogen Supercritical Foam (TPEE) 
•  Vibram® MTN45 outsole with MegaGrip 
•  Lightweight and supportive TPU rock plate that provides stability and underfoot protection 
•  Speed Lace and standard lace option 
•  Recraftable services for resoling 

“Danner and Osprey both have long histories of equipping people for exploration,” said Kate Skelton, Senior Brand Manager at Danner. “Together, we developed a footwear and carry pairing that is equally suited for airports, cities and outdoor adventure.” 

The limited Osprey x Danner products will be sold separately and available at osprey.com and danner.com. 

British cycling apparel and luggage brand Altura has announced a new partnership with legendary mountain bike racer Tracy Moseley. Moseley has signed as an ambassador for Altura Clothing, to promote the joy and accessibility of cycling.

Small batch preorder cycling apparel pioneer, Kostüme, has partnered with contemporary British artist, Adam Ball for an exclusive collaboration. 

Keswick Mountain Festival has released the final details for this year’s event, which is expected to be the biggest yet.

This June, values lead footwear brand KEEN and specialist independent mountain sports retailer Ellis Brigham, are excited to join forces with Trash Free Trails for the second year, as they roll out a series of purpose-led social walks, designed to clean up some of the UK’s most-loved outdoor spaces.

Are you looking forward to your next ski holiday? What on Earth are you to wear this time around?

The urge to travel is something innate within us. It’s a calling, and one that’s often impossible to ignore.

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