Gear up
Deep dives, honest reviews and expert commentary on the most important adventure products, technologies and innovations.
Here you’ll find all the insight and information you need to get the right gear for better adventures.
Review • BASE editorial team • September 11, 2026
Review: Arc’teryx Konseal Trek Boot Men’s
A sturdy, sure-footed approach boot that wants to do rather more than simply get you to the start of the climb.
Review • BASE editorial team • September 07, 2026
Review: Keen Men’s Roam Trail Running Shoe
An adaptive trail runner for gravel, dirt and pavement and combines trail traction with road-wear resistance.
Review • BASE editorial team • September 07, 2026
Review: Peak Performance Treeline HIPE® 2.5L Shell Jacket
A lightweight, nicely judged shell that is as comfortable in the hills as it is trying not to look like you’ve just come back from them.
Review • Matthew Pink • July 24, 2026
Review: Rab Airox 30l hiking pack
A breathable 30L pack focusing on total comfort from beginning to end.
Review • BASE editorial team • June 06, 2026
3 summer camping essentials for adventures in 2026
We’ve found 3 underrated gems to up your camping game this summer.
Review • Matthew Pink • June 06, 2026
Men’s Mountain Shell Guide Summer 2026
Three options to keep the pesky wind at bay when cracking on this summer.
Review • Matthew Pink • May 18, 2026
Review: Danner MTN45 Low Shoe
A lighter, more agile, low-cut format from the US brand Danner.
Review • Matthew Pink • April 20, 2026
Review: Arksen Clao Sweatshirt
A minimalist, non-cosy, high-function thermal crew that quietly outperforms most mid-layers.
Review • BASE editorial team • March 15, 2026
Men’s Midlayer & Softshell Buyer’s Guide Spring 2026
Comparing and contrasting three high-performance layering pieces you’ll want on shoulder-season.
Review • Sam Firth • February 10, 2026
Review: Deuter Jaypack Pro 34+14 Camera Bag
An impressive camera bag both in terms of features and capabilities
Review • BASE editorial team • January 16, 2026
Review: Keen Men’s Zionic NXT Waterproof Hiking Boot
High-performance, comfortable, and protective – the Zionic excels.
Review • BASE editorial team • October 04, 2025
Review: Keela Outdoors Men’s Cairn Jacket
A no-nonsense hardshell that won’t make you flinch on scrappy ridgelines or get bogged down on long days.
Review • Sam Firth • October 04, 2025
Review: Arc’teryx Beta SL Jacket
A jacket that is lightweight AND waterproof!
Review • Sam Firth • January 21, 2025
Review: RAB Cirrus Ultra Hooded Jacket
My new favourite jacket.
Review • Jess Donald • January 14, 2025
Review: adidas TERREX Agravic 3 Trail Running Shoes
A solid hiking shoe!
Review • BASE editorial team • January 07, 2025
Review: Rab Phantom Waterproof Jacket
A minimalist, featherweight shell that excels for fast and light needs.
Review • Matthew Pink • January 06, 2025
Review: Salomon DRX Defy GRVL running shoe
The Salomon DRX Defy GRVL blurs the line between road and trail, it’s designed to handle the wild without making you feel like you’ve strapped bricks to your feet.
