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Review: Waterproofing down with Nikwax

Review: Waterproofing down with Nikwax
They say there’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad gear. But good clothing which can’t stand up to showers is going to kill… View Post
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Review: Berghaus Ancroft parka

Review: Berghaus Ancroft parka
Berghaus Ancroft parka review: In my quest for outdoors-ready gear that you can wear down the pub I review the fully waterproof Berghaus Ancroft parka,… View Post
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All kitted up for spring

All kitted up for spring
Snowdrops! Sunshine, kind of! To celebrate spring attempting to rock up to the party here are my latest favourites for beach days and active travel,… View Post
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Review: Animal Amp 5/4/3 wetsuit

Review: Animal Amp 5/4/3 wetsuit
On the hunt for a comfortable, warm winter wetsuit? The entry-level 5/4/3 Animal Amp, £120, promises flexibility and strength in the face of the freezing… View Post
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Review: Aku Tribute II GTX trekking boots in Japan AKU Tribute II GTX and the price is

Review: Aku Tribute II GTX trekking boots in Japan AKU Tribute II GTX and the price is
How to best test out the new Tribute II GTX trekking boots, £139.95 from Aku? Give them to your awesome travel writer bestie before she… View Post
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Review: Arcteryx Atom SL Hoody

Review: Arcteryx Atom SL Hoody
Testing out Arcteryx’s new Atom SL Hoody (£170). Super light at just 235 grams and compact enough to fit in a pocket, this is an… View Post
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Review: Odlo Blackcomb Evolution winter base layers

Review: Odlo Blackcomb Evolution winter base layers
I’ve been tearing around the Austrian pistes and the Welsh mountains in Odlo’s Blackcomb Evolution range of winter sport underwear, partly made from recyclable materials.… View Post
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Winter Skincare – my favourite products

Winter Skincare – my favourite products
It ain’t easy looking good in a blizzard, but help is at hand! These wonder products will help you ski, surf and have slightly blue… View Post
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Review: Fjallraven Greenland Winter Parka

Review: Fjallraven Greenland Winter Parka
Fjallraven Greenland Parka review: Searching for the perfect winter coat? If you’re after a hard-working parka that also feels like wearing a cuddle in jacket… View Post
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Review: Osprey Tempest 20 litre daysack

Review: Osprey Tempest 20 litre daysack
Osprey Tempest review: Adventuring in hot and cold climates with the female-specific fit Osprey Tempest 20 litre daysack, £90. Osprey Tempest review Product Description: Tempest… View Post
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My favourite cycling kit

My favourite cycling kit
Cycling kit so lovely you’ll be desperate to head out on your bike on sub-zero mornings just so you can show it off. My picks… View Post
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Review: Sprayway Arete jacket from Blacks

Review: Sprayway Arete jacket from Blacks
My penchant for men’s jackets continues with this pumpkin-orange Arete waterproof jacket, £90 from Sprayway at Blacks. It’s been all the way up Mount Kenya… View Post
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Review: Teva Terra FI Lite walking sandals from SportsShoes

Review: Teva Terra FI Lite walking sandals from SportsShoes
My Teva Terra walking sandals, £29.99 from SportsShoes, have been out on many an adventure with me this summer, and I am a big big… View Post
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Review: the Bowhurst classic backpack

Review: the Bowhurst classic backpack
New brand on the block Bowhurst make handcrafted backpacks for “the brave and the bold”. I tested out their classic pack, £60, designed with explorers… View Post
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Review: DHB Flashlight Highline waterproof cycling jacket

Review: DHB Flashlight Highline waterproof cycling jacket
Testing out dhb’s Flashlight Highline jacket, £84.99, designed to keep you snug in all weathers AND make you glow in the dark. Magic! View Post
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Review: The Casio G-Shock G-LIDE 8900 watch

Review: The Casio G-Shock G-LIDE 8900 watch
Intrepid TV director Ben Anderson reviews Casio’s hardwearing unisex G-LIDE watch 8900 sports watch. View Post