We review the best hiking and active clothing, outdoor gear, tents, camping gear, accessories, campsites and more.
What is it? Primus Kinjia Double Camp Stove RPP £199.00 Stockists Features? The Verdict I love cooking when I’m camping and always cooker proper meals from scratch whenever possible. I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve wished I had a double stove, and over the years I’ve become adept at juggling pans using…
We put these Hitrek walking poles to the test during a recent glamping and walking holiday in Scotland, read on to find out what we thought! What we tested Hitrek Aluminium Lightweight Walking Poles, £27.99 Stockists Hitrekoutdoors.com Amazon.co.uk Features Tungsten carbide hardened corrosion and wear resistant tips Rapid height adjustment and quick flip-lock release Firm,…
What is it? Lifeventure Kibo 25 RFiD Travel Backpack £69.99 Stockists Lifeventure Amazon.co.uk Features Water resistant waxed canvas fabric Ruco-Dry Eco Plus hydrophobic fabric treatment 25 litre compartment with flared roll-top closure Internal pockets and hidden RFiD protected pocket Padded 13″ laptop pocket with integral stash pocket Front stash pocket, 2 bottle pockets and leather…
It’s no secret that before this solo trip I was a bag of nerves, so much so, I wrote about my pre-holiday anxiety a couple of weeks before I departed. The anxiety, however, was unfounded, and I recently returned from the most amazing week in the Alps staying with Wii-i-Ski in one of their 3…
I’ve been singing the praises of Magic Mirror to anyone who will listen since I first came across their fabulous full-length travel mirrors last year, and now they’ve done it again with their new shatterproof Magic Mirror Compact. Whilst the full-length version is ideal for camping (finally, we can see what we look like before…
What is it? Thule UpTake 8L Hydration Pack RRP: £90Buy it here Features Stay hydrated without slowing down using the hands-free ReTrakt magnetic hose return system User-friendly 2.5L HydraPak reservoir features a slide closure for easy cleaning and a locking bite valve to prevent leaks before and after your ride Organize a pump, tools, nutrition…
What are they? Roxy Darwin Faux-Fur Lined Snow Boots £47.95 Stockists Amazon.co.uk Surfdome Roxy.co.uk Features Upper: Leather and suede Upper Details: Lace-up with metal ring detail and back heel embossed ROXY script Closure: Square cotton laces Insole: Fur lined shaft and padded fur lined insole with ROXY label Outsole: Flexible Vulcanized outsole Since buying these…
What is it? The LifeSaver Liberty Water Filter RRP £89.99 Stockists Iconlifesaver.com Amazon.co.uk Features Worlds’ first and only portable water purifier with bottle and pump combined Removes 99.99% of all Virus’, Bacteria and Cysts Filters up to 2,000 Litres with each cartridge FailSafe technology No chemicals or electric required Includes 5ft Hose for direct filtering…
What we tested Weird Fish Lulu Waterproof Jacket in Sweetcorn RRP: £60Buy it here Features Versatile block colour jacket Breathable and fully waterproof Left hand side chest pocket 3 piece detachable hood Dropped back hem for a flattering fit Bungee cord adjuster around the hood Velcro cuff length adjuster Full body lining 2 deep pockets…
What is it? Thule Upslope Backpack £105.00Buy it here Features Access gear in the main compartment without removing the backpack through a zipper that coils around the entire pack Three ways to access your gear – traditional top load, sling style side access and main compartment access while pack is on your back Incredibly comfortable…
My Adventure Accessories slouchy beanie hat What is it? Brimless Slouchy Beanie £12.50 Hiking Mitts £10 The verdict As well as being thoroughly obsessed with backpacks and boots, my other obsession is hats. I’ve got beanie hats in an array of different styles and colours, but I’d been after something a bit more muted compared…
The path leading to the pods at Whitemead Forest Park Where Did We Go? Whitemead Forest Park Parkend, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 4LA Tel: 03301 230374 Prices: From £48.00 per night for a glamping pod that sleeps up to 4 people Our Stay Setting off late on Friday afternoon, we’re well and truly in holiday mode…