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 • Claire Sharpe • December 03, 2024
Review: adidas TERREX Trailmaker 2.0 Gore-Tex Hiking Shoe
A great all-rounder if you don’t want multiple hiking shoes
Review • Matthew Pink • November 23, 2024
Review: Danner Trail Junction 3″ shoe
The Danner Trail Junction 3″ straddles the line between trail-ready functionality and everyday comfort.
Review • Ryan Meadows • October 25, 2024
Review: Rab Muon 40L Hiking Pack
The fast-paced hikers’ ultimate weapon on the trail.
Review • Francesco Guerra • October 11, 2024
Review: Sea to Summit Ether XT Extreme Sleeping Mat
A sleeping pad offering excellent insulation and comfort for cold-weather camping!
Review • Jethro Kiernan • October 11, 2024
Review: The North Face Trail Lite Backpack 65L
Light? Tick. Comfortable? Tick. Brand kudos? Tick. Might this be the only pack you need?
Review • Matthew Pink • October 09, 2024
Review: Rab Hyperon 65L Trekking Pack
A load-hauling backpack engineered for self-supported expeditions and long-distance treks.
Review • BASE editorial team • September 04, 2024
Review: Keela Outdoors Men’s Solo Jacket
A smart bit of kit for a lot of winter alpine walks, cold ridge days and high-altitude transitions.
Review • Matthew Pink • July 22, 2024
Review: Arksen Cayus 2.5L Waterproof Packable Jacket
The understated Cayus might not turn heads on the high street but out in the wild, it’s the perfect ally.
Review • Sam Firth • July 12, 2024
Review: Rapha Men’s Explore Long Sleeve Zip Neck Tech T-Shirt
The only cycling t-shirt you might need?
Review • Sam Firth • June 26, 2024
Review: Rapha Men’s Explore Lightweight Gore-Tex Jacket
A lightweight and versatile waterproof jacket that packs down to a tee.
Review • Jethro Kiernan • June 21, 2024
Review: Black Diamond Vapor Helmet
A super lightweight and stylish helmet, with a ‘barely there’ feel.
Review • Matthew Pink • June 19, 2024
Review: Men’s Nnormal Tomir 2.0 Shoe
A cool, tough and versatile shoe from an emerging brand to keep an eye on.
Review • Will Appleyard • June 13, 2024
Review: Men’s KEEN Versacore Shoe
A comfy shoe to keep you dry on longer days on the mountain.
Review • Matthew Pink • June 05, 2024
Men’s Adventure Shorts Buyer’s Guide Summer 2024
Comparing and contrasting multi-purpose men’s adventure shorts from the big players.
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 • Matthew Pink • May 12, 2024
Review: Sunski Ferrata Sunglasses
Technical eyewear with genuine alpine credentials.
