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 • Josh Raper • May 24, 2024
Review: Danner Trail 2650 GTX Shoe
A top-notch Gore-Tex trail shoe from the American heavyweight brand.
Review • Francesco Guerra • May 17, 2024
Review: Suunto Vertical Titanium Solar
The new Suunto® Vertical is a large screen adventure watch for outdoor expeditions with apparently the most resilient battery out there.
Review • Francesco Guerra • May 09, 2024
Review: Thermarest NeoAir Xlite NXT Sleeping Pad
One sleeping pad to rule them all.
Review • Sam Firth • May 07, 2024
Review: Albion Men’s All Road Pertex Shield Rain Jacket
A cycling jacket built for British weather!
Review • Matthew Pink • May 04, 2024
Review: Teva Hurricane XLT Men’s Sandal
A fairly priced, solid bet for a summery adventure sandal in both the wet and dry.
Review • Alex Foxfield • May 01, 2024
Review: Montane Dart T-Shirt
A no-nonsense, lightweight t-shirt that’s well suited to warm weather hikes and running.
Review • Jonathan Doyle • April 22, 2024
Review: Db Ramverk Pro 32L with Large Camera Insert
A stylish yet remarkably weatherproof camera backpack that easily doubles up as a travel pack.
Review • Evie Butler • April 22, 2024
Review: adidas Terrex Free Hiker 2 GTX
An on-point and waterproof low-rise hiking shoe.
Review • Sam Firth • March 22, 2024
Review: Rapha Men’s Explore Lightweight Gilet
A stylish, lightweight and packable cycling layer.
Review • Josh Raper • March 18, 2024
Review: Rab Sonic Ultra Zip Base Layer
Incredibly breathable and lightweight, the Rab Sonic Ultra Zip is a versatile base layer that is suited to a number of outdoor activities in most seasons.
Review • Mark Bullock • March 07, 2024
Review: adidas Free Hiker 2.0 Low Gore-Tex Shoe
A really great, high-performing shoe for a super wide variety of activities.
Review • Evie Butler • February 22, 2024
Review: Osprey Sojourn Porter 46L Travel Pack
This is a great bag for backpackers and travellers who want to keep things hand luggage only!
Review • Elliot Denver • February 02, 2024
Review: Finisterre Skybird Waterproof Jacket
A stylish and robust waterproof jacket, perfect for urban use and wintry countryside walks.
Review • Evie Butler • December 19, 2023
Review: Montane Women’s Phase Lite Waterproof Jacket
A well fitted and thoughtfully designed jacket for fast-paced adventures in all conditions
Review • Alex Smith • December 18, 2023
Review: Alpkit Elan Hooped Bivvy Bag
Rugged, functional and affordable – bridging the gap between a tent and a bivvy bag
Review • Mark Bullock • December 13, 2023
Review: adidas TERREX Speed Pro SG Running Shoe
Is this the best fell-running shoe of all time?
Review • Francesco Guerra • December 12, 2023
Review: Marmot Tungsten UL 1 Person Backpacking Tent
An ultralight, easy-to-use tent for solo adventures when every kilogram counts
