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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
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Life jacket FAQ: all your big questions answered
Navigate the high seas of life jacket grades, materials and styles with this handy FAQ to guide you
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I took this Hydro Flask on a freezing hike to test its 'hot for 12 hours' promise
Could the Hydro Flask Lightweight Trail Series Bottle be a game-changer for hikers who want a hot cuppa at the end of the day?
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Barbour Bede Wellington boot review: that most British of footwear gets an upgrade
Practical, stylish and immediately recognisable, the Barbour Bede wellies are made for outdoors mess of all kinds
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What are the different types of life jacket, and which one do I need?
There are loads of flotation devices on the market – here's your guide to what the different standards mean
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Leatherman vs Victorinox Swiss Army Knife: which multitool is better?
If you're after a folding knife then there are two iconic brands vying for your attention; which should you choose, Leatherman or Victorinox Swiss Army Knife?
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Hoka One One Anacapa Low Gore-Tex hiking shoe review: big, bouncy mile munchers
Another unusual design from Hoka One One, the Anacapa Low Gore-Tex Hiking Shoe delivers as promised, especially on comfort. Here's our review
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Jack Wolfskin Offshore jacket review: a superb all-rounder
Soft, strong and very, very... waterproof, the Jack Wolfskin Offshore Jacket packs eco credentials, practicality and purpose into a streamlined package
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Jack Wolfskin DNA Grizzly Jacket review: Fleecy warmth and added weather protection
With serious warmth on tap and oodles of recycled materials, is the Jack Wolfskin DNA Grizzly Fleece Jacket too hot for the competition?
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Columbia Basin Butte Fleece review: take one standard fleece and add extra warmth
When a standard fleece isn't enough cop, the Columbia Basin Butte Fleece promises to be extra-cosy. Here's our review
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Airbeds vs camp beds vs sleep mats: what kind of bed should you take camping?
We run through the pros and cons of air beds vs camp beds vs sleep mats, to help you make the right choice for your trip
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Petzl Swift RL head torch review: a bewilderingly bright head lamp with a sprinkle of extra smarts
The Petzl Swift RL head torch does what is says on the tin, with some extra clever tricks too. Here's our review
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Leatherman Bond EDC multi-tool review: an every-day carry that packs a real punch
From pliers to screwdrivers, tin-opening to envelopes, the Leatherman Bond is the tool for the job
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Victorinox Swiss Army Pioneer X review: a pocket toolbox for all occasions
A design classic, the Victorinox Swiss Army Pioneer X lives up to the high standards of the brand. Here's our review
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Montane Prism gloves review: packable, smartphone-friendly warmth for all occasions
The Montane Prism Gloves deliver plenty in a tiny package that'll cheer outdoors-folk of all kinds
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The North Face Montana FUTURELIGHT Etip gloves review: stay connected and toasty too
The North Face Montana FUTURELIGHT Etip Gloves pack professional-grade cold protection and touchscreen tips into a great winter warmer package
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Amazfit T-rex Pro review: a basic, budget outdoor watch that could do with more bite
The Amazfit T-rex Pro outdoor watch comes in light, hot and packing a kitchen sink of tech – but is it any good? Here's our review
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Down vs synthetic sleeping bag: which is better?
We run though the pros and cons of down and synthetic sleeping bags, to help you pick the right one for your trip
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DOMETIC CFX3 25 camping cooler review: lightweight and very, very chill
The DOMETIC CFX3 25 active cooler is one big summer crowdpleaser. Here's our review
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Need a camping stove for backpacking? This Primus stove is so tiny, it fits in your pocket
The ultra-lightweight Primus MicronTrail Stove is super-small yet powerful enough to heat your dinner before you’ve set up camp for the night
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Garmin GPSMAP 65s outdoor GPS review: a top-tier global mapping tool
The Garmin GPSMAP 65s outdoor GPS packs astonishingly accurate and fast positioning with idiot-proof mapping in a compact package
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Garmin eTrex 10 outdoor GPS review: small and powerful, but limited
Small but perfectly formed, the Garmin eTrex 10 GPS packs a lot into a useful but limited navigational package for outdoors-folk of all types. Here's our review
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This backpack cooler will keep your beers and snacks ice-cold at festivals this summer
Backpack coolers don’t get much, er, cooler than the IceMule Classic. It comes in different sizes for festivals, hiking and camping, and the dinky one costs under £40
