Latest articles by Sian Lewis
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Fjallraven Keb walking trousers review: the ultimate rugged hiking trouser
Take on the elements in a tough pair of Fjallraven’s Keb trousers, designed with proper adventures in mind
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Osprey Tempest Pro 28 / Talon Pro 30 backpack review: perfect packs for big days out
New for 2021, the Osprey Tempest Pro (for women) and Talon Pro (for men) 28 litre packs are updated, mountain-ready versions of Osprey’s popular backpacks
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Sierra Designs Meteor Lite 2 tent: a home-from-home for backpackers
Travel light with the T3 Award-winning Sierra Designs Meteor Lite 2 man, a brilliant backpacking tent for years of adventuring
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Campingaz Party Grill 400 review: an ultra-versatile camping stove that'll let you BBQ, boil, griddle or fry
Get cooking at your next family campout with Campingaz's Party Grill 400, a camping stove with a built-in BBQ griddle
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Campingaz Twister Plus PZ stove review: a reliable, pocketable stove for short trips
Carry your stove in your pocket with the small, simple and reliable Campingaz Twister Plus PZ. Here's our review
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Outwell Pinedale 6PA air tent review: an easy-to-pitch tent with plenty of space for four
Get out with the kids this summer with the spacious Outwell Pinedale 6PA. Here's our review
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Coleman Square Camp table review: robust but not the most portable
Keep it simple with Coleman's Square Camp table, a collapsible table with plenty of room for a family of four to eat and cook around
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Alpkit Ordos 2 tent review: a lightweight and well-priced backpacking tent
The small but well-proportioned Alpkit Ordos 2 backpacking tent stands out for its easy pitching – and for its affordability
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Lichfield Eagle Air 6 tent review: an airy, inflatable family design
After a roomy and airy tent for four to share? The smart Lichfield Eagle 6 offers great living space and hassle-free pitching, ideal for family camping holidays.
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Teva Terra Fi Lite sandal review: hardwearing, comfortable and adjustable
The versatile Teva Terra Fi Lite proved its mettle on more relaxed hiking trails and swimming expeditions on our long-term test
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Keen Astoria West sandals review: hop happily from water to dry land
The comfortable Keen Astoria West is tough and grippy enough to go from sea to shore – is this the perfect walker’s ‘shandal’?
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Columbia Kea II flip flop review: grippy and cushioned sandals for walking
Liberate your feet in a pair of sturdy flip flops – Columbia's Kea II toe post sandals are a cut above your aver with comfortable walking in mind
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Columbia Trailstorm Mid Waterproof hiking boot review: a lightweight, trainer-style casual hiker
The Columbia Trailstorm Mid boot won't weigh you down – but does it stand up to the elements? Here's our review
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Hanwag Banks Lady GTX vs Ariat Skyline Summit Gore-Tex: two top-performing leather hiking boots go toe-to-toe
The Hanwag Banks Lady and Ariat Skyline Summit women's hiking boots are both excellent all-rounders. But which one is worth your cash?
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Haglofs LIM Down +1 sleeping bag review: lightweight and deliciously comfortable
The summer-specific Haglofs LIM Down 1+ is aimed at fastpackers and mountain runners. Here's our review
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Olight Baton 3 torch review: reliable light with wireless charger included
Pack a pocket torch wherever you roam with the small but powerful Olight Baton 3 flashlight, which comes with its own portable wireless charger
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Exped SynMat UL camping mat review: compact yet comfy
The lightweight Exped SynMat Ultralight camping mat stuffs down small, ready for backpacking and camping adventures. Here's our review
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Nebo Big Larry 2 torch review: a versatile flashlight that'll grip to magnetic surfaces
Need one versatile torch to light up the night? The wand-style magnetic Big Larry 2 doubles up as standalone light
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Black Diamond Moji camping lantern review: a bargain gem
The small but perfectly formed Black Diamond Moji lantern is designed to fit in any camper's kit bag
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Thermarest NeoAir XLite camping mat review: comfort and warmth in one tiny pack-size
The high-performing NeoAir XLite sleeping pad is a light, portable camping mat designed with adventurers – and all seasons – in mind. Here's our review
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Keen Tempo Flex hiking trainer boot review: an innovative fabric hiker
Keen's new Tempo Flex boot boasts a clever rubber section designed to make it feel more flexible around your foot. Does it work? Here's our review
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Keen Terradora II Mid vs Merrell Bravada Mid: two summer-ready hiking boots compared
The Keen Terradora II Mid waterproof and the Merrell Bravada Mid waterproof are both popular trainer/hiking boot hybrids – but which is better?
