Walking Gear.

I am currently using walking as my primary method of travel.

My current kit includes:

1. Craghoppers Aqua Dry Raincoat
2. Thermal upper body layer
3. Secondary upper body layer
4. Craghoppers Hiking Trousers.
5. Standard boxer shorts.
6. Running socks.
7. Running shoes.
8. Satchel
Satchel contents:
9. Water Bottle
10. Shopping Bag
11. Kindle
12. Digital Camera
Pockets contents:
13. Smartphone
14. Coins
15. Wallet
16. Keys

As winter is drawing in, and as my distances increase, I would like to take my walking more seriously, which includes kit upgrades.

7. Running Shoes.  These are perfectly fine, however I am tempted to upgrade my shoe to something else.
I recently discovered the Merrel Barefoot:

This shoe ticks the boxes for a lightweight, technical hiking boot. It is perhaps only unsuitable for snow and ice, in which case a waterproof boot maybe preferable. The shoe is designed to be worn barefoot. I would like to try this out, to see how it affects my walking.

8. Satchel. My current satchel, is about 5 years old now, and has one drawback. It is not good for documents. I have decided to upgrade to a Snugpak Utility Bag.

This bag is more functional than my current one. I opted for Olive, and it includes Zippered pockets with a designated document pocket. It also has the advantage of my current bag, that I will able to store a water bottle and other devices.

17. Technical Gadgets. I have my mind on a designated GPS unit. The one I currently like is :

It is the Bushnell Backtrack GPS. It allows you find your way back to your home location. I think it could be useful in emergencies, holidays or daily curiosity.

I would like upgrade my watch to include a compass and thermometer. The compass can be synchronized with the GPS, and the thermometer will alert me of weather conditions.

I  have my eye on the Suunto Core:

It ticks all the boxes with these features:
Altimeter with altitude log memory and altitude difference measurement
Barometer with storm alarm and weather trend indicator
Automatic Alti / Baro switch
Compass with semi automatic calibration and a digital bearing
Depth meter
Multiple watch, date and alarm functions with dual time and countdown timer
Sunrise/Sunset times for over 400 locations worldwide
Digital thermometer
Menu based user interface in English, German, French and Spanish
Available in a range of styles
Accessory straps
User-replaceable battery