7 New Outdoor Gear Drops You Need To Know

There’s always epic new outdoor gear arriving at Wild Earth and sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. We’ve put together a list of this month’s favourites from our New Arrivals.

These releases are a hot topic at the Wild Earth HQ, whether we’re discussing comfort levels over long distances, redesigns with better grip for when the trail gets rough, smarter race-day kits or simply a headlamp you can trust when your spontaneous hike finishes way later than planned. Here are seven of the most interesting new drops, from updated Altra favourites to new season Arc’teryx and Injinji gear.

1. Altra Olympus 7 Trail Running Shoes

The Olympus has been a longtime favourite amongst the long-distance hiking community and the new Olympus 7 continues to focus on that famous long-distance comfort. Altra pairs its soft, high-cushion platform with a grippy Vibram outsole for a shoe that’s ideal for trail running and hiking.

Best For: Trail runners that are spending long days on the trail or hikers who simply prefer plenty of cushioning underfoot.

Not ideal for: People who like a low, firm shoe with lots of ground feel.

Men’s Altra Olympus 7 Weight: 325g
Women’s Altra Olympus 7 Weight: 274g
Stack Height: 33mm
Heel-to-Toe Drop: 0mm

The Altra Olympus 7 comes in men’s and women’s sizes. There’s also the Olympus 7 Mid GTX for hikers wanting more protection. It combines a GORE-TEX upper with Vibram Megagrip and Altra’s EGO MAX cushioning, making it the more weather-ready option for long hikes and multi-day trips.

Sideways rain and a muddy campsite? That’s where the Mid GTX starts making considerably more sense.

2. The North Face UTMB Collection

Race morning isn’t the time to discover that your shorts chafe, your vest bounces or the top you chose feels heavy and uncomfortable once you start sweating. The latest The North Face UTMB collection is designed for runners who want a complete head-to-toe race setup. It includes technical trail running shoes, T-shirts, shorts, socks, caps, rain jackets and accessories designed to work together rather than being pieced together at the last minute.

Best For: Trail and ultra runners building a dedicated race-day kit, or anyone wanting to upgrade several pieces of running gear at once.

Not ideal for: Casual runners who only need one or two basic pieces of kit and don’t need race-specific technical gear.

Pro tip: Don’t save new race gear for race day. Test your shorts, top, vest and accessories together on a long training run first. A small fit issue at 5km can become a much bigger problem at 50km.

3. PILLAR Performance Energy Gel 30s

The PILLAR Performance Energy Gel 30 is designed for training sessions and endurance events, with a nice round number of 30g of carbohydrate per serve. It uses a dual carbohydrate formula with a 1:0.8 glucose-to-fructose ratio that's designed to help your body absorb carbohydrates efficiently during longer efforts.

PILLAR has also used a pectin-based texture, which is intended to feel less sticky than a traditional thick gel, while added sodium and electrolytes help replace some of what you lose through sweat. Importantly, every flavour is caffeine-free, so you can manage caffeine separately rather than getting it unexpectedly with every gel.

Best For: Trail runners, road runners, cyclists and endurance athletes who want a straightforward 30g carbohydrate serving that makes race-day fuelling easier to calculate.

Not ideal for: Anyone specifically looking for a caffeinated gel, or runners who prefer getting most of their race fuel from drinks or solid food.

Carbohydrate: 30g per serve
Carb Ratio: 1:0.8 glucose to fructose
Caffeine: 0mg
Texture: Pectin-based gel
Flavours: Wild Berry, Citrus and Original (Unflavoured)
Dietary: Plant-based; free from gluten, dairy, nuts, soy and egg
Recommended Use: PILLAR suggests one gel every 30 minutes, followed by water. Individual fuelling needs will vary.

Test your nutrition on long training days first. Try the flavour, texture and timing while you’re moving, and find out how your stomach responds before race morning.

4. Nitecore: 12 new headlamps

A decent headlamp should be a staple of any adventurer's kit.

We’ve just added 12 new Nitecore headlamps, giving you more options across trail running, hiking, camping and everyday use. Nitecore’s current range spans lightweight running models through to higher-output rechargeable lamps, including new arrivals such as the HA23 and the ultra-lightweight NU21.

A simple way to choose:

Trail running: prioritise low weight, secure fit and comfortable beam spread.
Hiking: balance runtime, brightness and weight.
Camping: you probably don’t need maximum lumens; useful low modes matter more.
Long night missions: pay close attention to battery life, not just the biggest lumen number.

Note: Brighter isn’t automatically better. A 2,000-lumen headlamp isn’t much help if it’s heavy, uncomfortable or burns through its battery halfway through the night. For most people, the better buy is the lamp that gives you enough light, enough runtime and a weight you’ll happily carry every trip.

5. New-season Arc’teryx has landed

If you’re only in the market for some hiking socks, it’s dangerous to click through to the Arc’teryx new-arrivals page.
The latest Arc’teryx season drop brings epic new technical gear for hiking, trail, climbing and alpine missions in some really nice new colourways.

Best For: Outdoor frothers who spend enough time outside to appreciate technical fabrics, thoughtful fit and sleek design.

Not ideal for: Adventures that rarely move beyond easy day walks.

6. New Injinji colours and prints

Some gear develops an oddly devoted following and if you’ve tried Injinji toe socks, you’re probably in that camp.
Brand new colours and prints have landed, including patterned trail options and limited-edition illustrator designed styles. Injinji’s trail socks wrap each toe individually which can be a godsend for keeping blisters away. They also use moisture-managing fabrics which make for a super comfortable sock. Their current Artist Designed range features limited-edition designs inspired by the natural world.

If Injinjis already work for your feet, this is an easy restock and if you’ve never worn toe socks, now’s your chance to see what the fuss is about.

7. Altra Torin 9 Womens Road Running Shoes

Not every run needs carbon plates, race-day aggression and a shoe that looks ready to break a world record. Sometimes you just want something comfortable for everyday wear. The Altra Torin is a favourite amongst serious comfort seekers as well as being a firm favourite for people with arthritis and plantar issues.

The Altra Torin is the updated daily road option in this group. It uses a new P35X dual-density midsole and Vibram XS DURA outsole, with Altra listing it for everyday running and walking.

Best For: Casual walkers looking for an everyday trainer for steady kilometres, walking and general road running use.

Not ideal for: Runners looking for a technical trail shoe. Scroll up to the Altra Olympus 7 above.

Altra Torin 9 Men’s Weight: 269g
Altra Torin 9 Women’s Weight: 228g
Stack Height: 28mm
Heel-to-Toe Drop: 0mm

Whether you’re updating some worn-out trail running shoes, fine-tuning your race kit for the Wild Earth Coastal High or simply looking for a better headlamp before your next trip, the best upgrade is the one that you’ll use most.

There’s plenty more that’s recently landed beyond the gear we’ve covered in this article, so if you want to see the latest arrivals all in one place, shop all New In at Wild Earth.