Reviews
Can a recycled jacket really keep you dry? We put the Alpkit Sigma to the test
The Alpkit Sigma lightweight raincoat is a great choice for the low price, keeping you well protected against the elements.
Arc'teryx Beta SL Jacket Women's – A superlight shell for serious adventures
From storms to summits: Reviewing the North Face Summit Papsura jacket for women
We reviewed the North Face Summit Papsura Jacket for women to see how this technically impressive jacket held up.
This pocket-sized speaker might be your new favourite outdoor companion
We review the Tribit StormBox Micro 2 Portable Speaker to see how it stands up to the competition
Is the Passenger Five Element the most sustainable waterproof jacket on the market?
We reviewed the Passenger Five Element Recycled Waterproof Jacket which is made from 100% recycled polyester.
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The Finisterre Stormbird lightweight waterproof jacket - Eco-friendly, stylish and practical
The Finisterre Women's Stormbird Waterproof Jacket is a great all rounder, made with sustainable materials and designed to keep you protected whatever the weather.
Best walking sandals tested in 2025 for trails, beach trips and holiday rambles
We took the best hiking sandals of 2025 out on multiple adventures to see how they held up.
These budget-friendly walking sandals surprised me – here’s why
The Cotton traders Lightweight Strider Sandals
are a great affordable option.
Adventure-ready, stylish and affordable: Passenger Atlas Roam Sandals reviewed
The Passenger Atlas Roam Sandal are a good affordable walking sandal for summer.
I tested Columbia’s Peakfreak Rush Shandals – here’s what they get right (and wrong)
The Columbia Women's Peakfreak Rush Shandal is substance over style but performs well with good grip.
Backpacks
Light, tough, and recycled: The Patagonia Terravia Tote Pack stands out
The Patagonia Terravia Tote Pack is versatile and lightweight backpack with a lot of great features.
Gandys Pantai Waterproof Backpack Review
We review the Gandy’s Pantai waterproof backpack, the perfect day pack
Fjällräven Skule Top 26 Daypack Review: this well-built pack oozes quality
Fjällräven is a big player in the backpack world. Does the Skule Top Daypack live up to the brand's stellar reputation? Paul McGuinness finds out.
Barbeques
Weber’s most underrated BBQ might be its most useful
The Weber Go-Anywhere portable barbeque is an amazing, durable and versatile piece of essential kit.
Solo camping? This ultralightweight firepit should be on your shopping list this summer
The Skreppa Titanium Superlight Fire Pit is a great piece of kit for solo campers, or those who like to pack light.
Books
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The best mushroom identification books of 2025
Forage for fungi confidently with our pick of the best mushroom identification books.
The best foraging gifts for 2025: the art of identifying, gathering and bringing wild food home
Shop for the forager in your life, if they love bringing food from the hedgerow to the kitchen table.
Camping Accessories
Why the MSR Alpine Stowaway Pot is still a camp classic
I've been using the MSR Alpine Stowaway Pot for ten years, and it's still a great piece of kit.
10 tools one pocket – Meet Gerber’s rugged Stakeout Spark multi-tool
The Gerber Stakeout Spark Multi-Tool is a good camping companion with 10 useful features.
One power bank to charge them all: Belkin’s 20K with integrated cable
This fast acting charger has a useful integrated cable
Clothing
This clever packable jacket doubles as a travel pillow and is ideal for summer trips
Lightweight, travel-friendly and sustainably made, the Packable Cloud Jacket is ideal for anyone who wants to stay warm without overpacking
Kathmandu Trailhead 2L Insulated Rain Jacket review
I've found an ideal Birkenstock clog alternative, and it's £120 cheaper than the original
Clogs are at the height of fashion, so I tested the Simba Stormur Shoes for two months — here's what I found...
Food and drink
Bitter, smelly, odd-looking and invited for Christmas – but here’s how Brussels sprouts could save your life
Humdrum, bitter and smelly? Wait – there’s more to Brussels Sprouts than you might think. Cast aside your preconceptions, urges our Brussels correspondent, Dixe Wills
Best travel mugs reviewed: Our top reusable coffee cups for 2025
We tested some of the biggest brands to find the best travel mugs for hikes and camping trips.
The best hot chocolates for winter nights in 2025: tested and reviewed by us
We tasted a selection of hot chocolates first-hand to find the perfect evening drink.
Footwear
Could the Columbia Konos shoes be the perfect summer sandals for hikers?
The Women's Konos Hiker 2-Strap Hiking Sandal is a versatile and robust summer walking option
These sandals look designer – but feel like walking on clouds thanks to smart technology
The VIBAe Saint Tropez sandals might look like a fashion shoe, but with innovative technology they hold up well on long walks.
Why i’m reaching for these FitFlop sandals more than my trainers this summer
The Fit Flop GEN-FF Adjustable Webbing/Leather Back-Strap Sandals are a great versatile sandal choice.
Hiking Sandals
Tents
Best 2-person tents tested for 2025: Lightweight, waterproof & budget-friendly tents for hikers and campers
This ultralight tent became my favourite piece of camping kit. Here’s why
A lightweight, all-weather tent that balances durability, ease of use and comfort for UK adventures.
We've tested the best festival tents for 2025 (with options for every budget)
Looking to pitch up this summer? We put five of the best festival tents to the test.
Walking Shoes
Keen Hightrail Waterproof Men’s Hiking Shoe Review
Our expert reviews the Keen Hightrail Waterproof men's hiking shoes
Quechua MH500 Review: mountain-ready shoes that won’t break the bank
The Quechua Women's waterproof mountain walking shoes - MH500 give you a lot for a low price, and are suitable for mountain hikes
Berghaus Revolute Active review: eco-friendly walking shoes that perform
The Berghaus Women's Revolute Active Walking Shoe is a great walking shoe, offering good support but at a high price
