We review the best hiking and active clothing, outdoor gear, tents, camping gear, accessories, campsites and more.
Our new Summit International Smokeless Barbecue arrived just ahead of National BBQ week, (which started on 28th May and runs until 3rd June 2018) providing us with the ideal excuse to have even more barbecues than usual! Read on to find out what we thought when we put it to the test. What is it?…
What is it? Thule AllTrail 45L Women’s Backpack RRP: £140 Stockists Thule Amazon.co.uk Features Attain the perfect fit with 10 cm/4 in of torso adjustability Customize the Thule VersaClick compatible hipbelt with any of the interchangeable Thule VersaClick accessories (most sold separately) Conveniently store trekking poles on your hipbelt without taking off your pack using…
What is it? Robens Trapper Tent RRP: £749.99 Stockists Go Outdoors Camping World Check price on Amazon.co.uk Features Innovative hybrid bell tent design Sleeps up to 4 people Breathable HydroTex® Polycotton fabric 1 bedroom and 1 living room Sewn-in groundsheet, 210T Oxford polyester, 100% polyester, 5,000 mm Steel poles x 3 Pack size 89 x…
Looking for a stylish camp chair that offers great levels of comfort yet packs down to a compact size and is ultra light? Outwell Mount William camp chairs could be just what you’re after, read on for our full review. What is it? Outwell Mount William Compact Folding Camp Chair RRP: £85 This camp chair…
What is it? Vango Comfort 10 Single Self Inflating Mattress (SIM) RRP: £70.00 Stockists Expect to pay: from £54.99 – £70.00 Vango £70 Winfields Outdoors £54.99 Check Price On Amazon.co.uk Features 10cm insulating foam – Exceptionally comfortable and warm Carry bag constructed from soft, comfortable brushed fabric, allowing use as pillow. Easy operation valve –…
What are they? Short Copper Compression Socks RRP: £12.99 Stockists Buy them here Features 100% Pure Natural Copper Anti-Microbial & Anti-Odour Moisture Management Promotes Healthier & Softer Feet Compression & Anti-Inflammatory The Verdict When I found out that these unassuming looking socks claim to be anti-inflammatory, anti-odor and anti-microbial I was keen to give them…
After walking in these boots for the past couple of months, I thought now would be a great time to publish my review and share my thoughts to coincide with National Walking Month, which runs now until the end of May. Read on to see what I thought. What are they? Hi-Tec Altitude Vi Lite…
What is it? Robens Crevasse II Sleeping Bag RRP £129.99 Technical features 3 season Shell 40D 300T polyester / 20D 300T nylon, 50% polyester / 50% nylon Lining 50D 300T polyester pongee, 100% polyester Half lenght zips down each side of the bag Extra roomy mummy style bag Zipped foot box Adjustable hood When the…
Cotton & Olive are a UK brand who sell a superb range of Bamboo peshtemal hammam towels and robes in a variety of different colours and patterns. Not only are the towels eco-friendly, but they are ideal for travel. The towels are extremely lightweight, soft and fast drying, making them ideal for travel and camping….
Loch Katrine Eco Lodges, Scotland full review of Loch Katrine glamping accommodation.
Hill walking in Scotland with the Osprey Hikelite backpack What is it? Osprey Hikelite 26litre Backpack RRP £80 Stockists Technical features What I thought I have always used my either my 35litre or 30litre backpacks for day hikes, but had come to the realisation that actually, they are probably a bit too large for my…
What is it? Robens Colony Cook Set RRP: £54.99 Stockists Amazon.co.uk Specification 18.5 x 12 cm pot / 21 x 13 cm pot / 21 x 4 cm pan Hard anodised alloy with PP lid with steam outlet/collander function Transparent lid to check cooking status The 2000 ml pot and pan feature a non-stick coating…