Gossamer Gear Aero Jet 35L backpack review: travel made brilliantly simple
A carry-on-sized rucksack that blends hiking-pack comfort with city-ready smarts — and makes one-bag travel feel genuinely effortless.
Scarpa Rush 2 Pro Mid GTX walking boots review: fast, light, ready for hills
A lightweight, mid-cut boot that borrows from trail shoes but offers the grip, waterproofing and protection of a traditional walking boot
Muddy Vibe Si‑14 shoes review: Bouncy, grippy, and built for both worlds
A smart, trainer-like hiking shoe that blends urban comfort with trail-ready grip.
Helly Hansen Verglas Infinity shell jacket review: the shell that means business
A full-spec mountain shell built for serious UK weather — and it absolutely delivers.
Trekology Aluft 2 camping pillow review: the £16 camping hack that actually works
A light, cheap and mighty comfortable little wonder costing less than some boil in the bag meals
Helly Hansen Verglas Micro Shell waterproof trousers review: Big protection, small pack size
A featherweight waterproof that doesn’t feel like a compromise — these shell trousers punch well above their weight.
Gossamer Gear Vanish Duffel review: brilliantly light, endlessly useful
A no-fuss, featherlight duffel that does exactly what you need, exactly when you need it.
Sea to Summit Aeros Ultralight Pillow review: the ounce-counting comfort king
A tiny packed size, featherweight feel and head-cradling comfort — this is the pillow we now pack by default.
Terra Nova Southern Cross 1 tent review: solo shelter, serious performance, all year round
A lightweight, freestanding fortress for serious solo missions in the UK.
Scarpa Spin Planet trail running shoes review: sturdy, stable and surprisingly versatile
A rugged eco-conscious runner that’s more at home on long, slow adventures than race-day sprints.
Robens Serac 900 –20 °C sleeping bag review: serious warmth without the gimmicks
A no-nonsense, four-season down bag that’s warm, trustworthy, and surprisingly packable.
Helly Hansen Loke waterproof jacket review: light, stylish, built for Britain
A lightweight, city-smart shell that’s at home on coastal trails and casual strolls alike.
Helly Hansen Daybreaker Block Microfleece review: softer, lighter, happier days out
An ultra-soft, brilliantly breathable fleece that’s just as happy on breezy ridgelines as it is down the local.
Salomon X Ultra 5 MID GTX hiking boots review: light and nimble all day comfort
An impressively light, cushioned, waterproof boot that’s superb for UK day hikes.
BRS 3000T stove review: tiny, tough and wildly cheap
The BRS 3000T stove is an ultralight, ultra-affordable gem that does exactly what it promises, even after years of hard UK use.
Gossamer Gear Grit 28L fastpacking pack review: fast, light and (almost) just right
An ultralight, minimalist pack that excels at short fastpacking missions and rugged day hikes
Zenbivy Flex Air Mattress sleeping pad review: The all-new comfort king
A backcountry mattress that delivers real bed-level comfort, even on chilly UK nights.
Columbia Sequoia Grove fleece midlayer review: A layer you’ll end up wearing more than you think
A well-priced, well-built fleece that’s as suited to hilltops as it is to pubs.
Fjallraven Expedition Pack Down Hoody review: a stylish stalwart for shoulder-season wild camps
A rugged, reliable down jacket that balances warmth, weight and packability for British adventures.
Teton Altos sleeping pad review: solid warmth without breaking the bank
A solid-value pad with decent insulation and great packability — perfect for backpackers who prioritise price and practicality over plushness.
