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Jo’s top trail shoe: Hoka One One Mafate Speed 2

I have been running with my #trailfest pal Jo Cowper and noticed that she wears […]

Vango Ultralite Pro 200 sleeping bag

A recent attempted hike of the Fisherfield Munros required a lightweight but summer warm sleeping […]

Review: Karcher OC3 Portable Cleaner

I have been testing the new Karcher OC3 Portable Cleaner. I like my Karchers! I […]

Kit review: Sealskinz Thin Knee Cuff Socks

The new Sealskinz Thin Knee Cuff socks are waterproof socks that are useful for a range […]

Review: Beet It Sport Beetroot flapjack

I have been testing the “new and improved” Beet It Sport Beetroot Flapjack. Features: 40g […]

Study asks: How ‘green’ is your waterproof jacket?

Waterproof jackets are a key item an outdoorsy wardrobes. But new research suggests that the […]

Kit review: Active Root natural ginger sports drink

Active Root is an innovative sports drink made with natural ginger. The drink, which aims […]

Kit review: Katadyn BeFree Water Filtration System bottle

The flexible bottle, BeFree, comes with a filter system that allows you to drink water […]

Kit review: Salomon Quest 4D GTX walking boots

Salomon state: “The Salomon Quest 4D GTX walking boots are ergonomically built with a design […]

Helly Hansen Vanir Reisen women’s jacket

The Helly Hansen Vanir Reisen jacket for women is described as a “professional grade 3 […]

Icebreaker women’s Merinoloft Ellipse jacket

Icebreaker states: “The Ellipse Jacket is a hybrid-construction midlayer that uses strategically zoned insulation for […]

Review: Saucony Peregrine 7 trainers

I have tested the latest version of the Saucony Peregrine. The footwear promises “serious grip […]