Latest articles by Mark Mayne
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Garmin Fenix 6x Pro Solar review: the ultimate outdoors watch
A big multisport smartwatch with titanium for lightness and the kitchen sink of sensors and apps - is this the ultimate multisport watch?
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Arc'teryx Beta waterproof jacket review
Light, packable and breathable, the Arc'teryx Beta waterproof jacket has a lot of plus points straight out of the gate. Here's our review
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Robens Polarshield 120 camping mat review
When you need a car-camping mattress that delivers the goods, the Robens Polarshield 120 camping mat is there for you
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Walking boots vs walking shoes: how to choose the right footwear for you
What's the difference between walking boots and shoes, and which is ideal for the type of walking you do?
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Fjällräven Keb Agile trousers review
The Fjällräven Keb Agile Trousers are designed for the outdoors-mad consumer. Are they up to the job?
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Columbia Facet 60 Low Outdry Hiking Shoe review
Is the Columbia Facet 60 Low Outdry hiking shoe a design classic in the making, or is it trying to be too many things at once? Here's our review
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Yeti Roadie 24 Cooler review: strong chilling performance and a popping colour scheme
The Yeti Roadie 24 is the cooler you need for off-grid trips that demand the very strongest gear
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GoPro HERO 10 Black vs Insta360 ONE RS: which action cam should you buy?
It's the battle of the action camera titans – the GoPro Hero 10 Black vs Insta360 ONE RS
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GoPro Light Mod review: tiny but powerful
The GoPro Light Mod attaches to your HERO action cam via the Media Mod - or standard GoPro mount - to brighten dull days and indoor footage alike.
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How long can a solar charger keep you juiced up in the dullest UK weather? I put one to the test
The Jackery Solar Generator 500 claims to be a complete off-grid solution that’ll power your devices wherever you happen to be. Can it deliver?
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Montane Spine jacket review: ultralight and astonishingly breathable
Named after Montane's brutal ultramarathon series, the Montane Spine Jacket has a lot to live up to – how far can it go?
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GoPro Volta review: the king of GoPro grips
When is a GoPro grip not a grip? When it's a camera remote, tripod and battery pack. Here's our GoPro Volta review
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GoPro Media Mod review: a vast improvement in audio capture
The GoPro Media Mod will supercharge your HERO's audio capabilities, so are there any downsides? Here's our review
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Jackery Solar Generator 500 review: power up, any time, anywhere
Charge your devices, run a fridge, or whatever you fancy, it's all possible with the Jackery Solar Generator 500 – at least in theory
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Montane Pac Plus XT waterproof jacket review
Light, packable and well-designed, the Montane Pac Plus XT Waterproof does what it says on the tin. Here's our review
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Going camping or backpacking? OutXE’s solar power bank charges tech, doubles as a torch
Waterproof and tough, the powerful W20 Wireless Solar Power Bank charges multiple devices at once on the trail
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Insta360 One RS action cam blends GoPro-beating specs with an ultra-fun modular design
Insta360 One RS action cam provides a flexible alternative to GoPro, with swappable lenses and reversible screen
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Danner Free Spirit walking boot review: retro cool and practicality combined
The old-school Danner Free Spirit walking boots will shine in town or on trail. Here's our review
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How to find clean drinking water in the wild: 8 top tips
Tips, tricks and techniques to finding drinking water in the outdoors
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Do filter water bottles for hiking really work? We tried one out on this dodgy stream water!
Real-world testing, so you don't have to
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How to purify water in the wild: 6 ways to make water safe to drink
Never be thirsty again with this handy guide to water purification in nearly all outdoor situations
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Inov-8 ROCFLY G 390 hiking boot review: super materials make super boots
Lashings of wonder-material Graphene in the Inov-8 ROCFLY G 390 hiking boots add up to good news for walkers
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Keen NXIS Evo Mid hiking boot review: big, bad and really rather comfortable
Comfort to the fore with the Keen NXIS Evo Mid Boot. Here's our review of this aggressively styled hiker
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Adidas Terrex Myshelter Active Waterproof Jacket review: this super-dry stands out from the crowd
Never shy, and definitely not retiring, the Adidas Terrex Myshelter Active waterproof stands out for the best of reasons
