Latest Issue
The current issue of Trek & Mountain is the Jul/Aug 2018 edition, and this is available to buy in newsagents, by mail order at Select Magazines or as a download via the Trek & Mountain app.
For a full description of this edition’s contents, keep scrolling!
FEATURES
Kinder Scout
In this extract from ‘Kinder Scout – The People’s Mountain’, Ed Douglas follows some of the early climbers on the iconic Peak District hill
Cover Feature: 7th Heaven
The inside story of Steve Plain’s record-breaking 7 Summits attempt, as told by the man who masterminded it
The Interview: Adam Campbell
We find out how the leading mountain ultra runner came back from a devastating injury
Exploring beyond Petra
Discovering the lesser-known trails around Petra in Jordan with Tony Howard and Di Taylor
GEAR
First Look: Berghaus Fast Hike 45
We check out an ingenious lightweight pack with a rolltop entrance and strippable features
Group Test: Light Mountaineering Boots
We test out 10 general-purpose mountaineering boots that’ll work for everything from scrambling and via ferrata, to alpine summer and Scottish winter
Tested: Arc’teryx Norvan LD GTX
A mountain running shoe for extended use, whether multi-day races or long-distance runs
Tested: Fjällräven Abisko Trekking Tights
The latest – and possibly most comfortable – legwear for women
Tested: Force Ten GR35:40
A versatile and durable hiking
pack from Force Ten, Vango’s gnarly sub-brand
Six of the Best: Crampons
We chooses six crampons for six different occasions, from ice climbing to winter walking
MOUNTAIN SKILLS
Knowledge: T&M Guide to Air Rescue Services
All you need to know about the helicopter resources available to stricken walkers and climbers in the UK
Masterclass: Scrambling Skills, part 1
We look at a range of skills that will help you to progress onto harder scrambling routes
Get into… Bouldering
A popular activity in its own right, bouldering is also a great way of improving your climbing skills
REGULARS
Trailhead
Our action-packed front section, including: K2 first ski descent (10), Expedition News (14), Gadget of the Month (14), Talks & Events (16), Books & Films (18) and more
Summit
Send in your best mountain photos and stories for a chance to win a great prize courtesy of Primus
Subscribe
Subscribe to Trek & Mountain and receive a free ‘Trekking in the Alps’ guidebook from Cicerone
Trek Directory
Planning a trek or expedition in 2018? Then check out the leading companies listed in the T&M Trek Directory
Back Issues
Missed an issue of Trek & Mountain? Browse our back issues and complete your print or digital collection here
Next Month
A sneak peak inside the next edition of Trek & Mountain, available in shops and online
in early September
Peak Profile: Gran Paradiso
Our potted guide to a 4000m peak that’s popular with ski tourers and mountaineers alike
PLUS!
Win a Lowe Alpine Aeon 27 daysack in this issue’s big competition
The current issue of Trek & Mountain is the Jul/Aug 2018 edition, and this is available to buy in newsagents, by mail order at Select Magazines or as a download via the Trek & Mountain app.
For a full description of this edition’s contents, keep scrolling!
FEATURES
Kinder Scout
In this extract from ‘Kinder Scout – The People’s Mountain’, Ed Douglas follows some of the early climbers on the iconic Peak District hill
Cover Feature: 7th Heaven
The inside story of Steve Plain’s record-breaking 7 Summits attempt, as told by the man who masterminded it
The Interview: Adam Campbell
We find out how the leading mountain ultra runner came back from a devastating injury
Exploring beyond Petra
Discovering the lesser-known trails around Petra in Jordan with Tony Howard and Di Taylor
GEAR
First Look: Berghaus Fast Hike 45
We check out an ingenious lightweight pack with a rolltop entrance and strippable features
Group Test: Light Mountaineering Boots
We test out 10 general-purpose mountaineering boots that’ll work for everything from scrambling and via ferrata, to alpine summer and Scottish winter
Tested: Arc’teryx Norvan LD GTX
A mountain running shoe for extended use, whether multi-day races or long-distance runs
Tested: Fjällräven Abisko Trekking Tights
The latest – and possibly most comfortable – legwear for women
Tested: Force Ten GR35:40
A versatile and durable hiking
pack from Force Ten, Vango’s gnarly sub-brand
Six of the Best: Crampons
We chooses six crampons for six different occasions, from ice climbing to winter walking
MOUNTAIN SKILLS
Knowledge: T&M Guide to Air Rescue Services
All you need to know about the helicopter resources available to stricken walkers and climbers in the UK
Masterclass: Scrambling Skills, part 1
We look at a range of skills that will help you to progress onto harder scrambling routes
Get into… Bouldering
A popular activity in its own right, bouldering is also a great way of improving your climbing skills
REGULARS
Trailhead
Our action-packed front section, including: K2 first ski descent (10), Expedition News (14), Gadget of the Month (14), Talks & Events (16), Books & Films (18) and more
Summit
Send in your best mountain photos and stories for a chance to win a great prize courtesy of Primus
Subscribe
Subscribe to Trek & Mountain and receive a free ‘Trekking in the Alps’ guidebook from Cicerone
Trek Directory
Planning a trek or expedition in 2018? Then check out the leading companies listed in the T&M Trek Directory
Back Issues
Missed an issue of Trek & Mountain? Browse our back issues and complete your print or digital collection here
Next Month
A sneak peak inside the next edition of Trek & Mountain, available in shops and online
in early September
Peak Profile: Gran Paradiso
Our potted guide to a 4000m peak that’s popular with ski tourers and mountaineers alike
PLUS!
Win a Lowe Alpine Aeon 27 daysack in this issue’s big competition