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What we tested Primus Onja double camping stove Powered by Primus 100 g, 230 g or 450 g canister gas Stockists €129.95 from Primus Buy it here Check Price On Amazon.co.uk The lowdown The first thing that struck us about the Onja stove was the design. It’s so sleek and hip looking, I didn’t know…
What we tested Bracken Extreme Melange 3 in 1 Womens Jacket from Mountain Warehouse £89.99 Buy it here 3 in 1 jacket Waterproof Breathable Adjustable features What it is What the heck is a 3 in 1 jacket? A 3 in 1 jacket is two smaller coats that can be put together to make a…
There are currently two design options available, Gigsak Daisy £30 and the Gigsak Plaid £45, you can buy them here. What is it? The Gigsak is a multi-functional picnic blanket, which also doubles up as a handy rain shelter. Turn it around, and you can sit inside it to keep dry during shower. Not only…
What I tested Vignemale Print Ladies Mid-Layer Breathable €59,95 from Berg Outdoor here The Lowdown I’ve had this top for close to two months, and I wear it every opportunity I get. It’s really good at keeping me warm without being bulky or too warm, it’s versatile enough to wear as a top in it’s…
What we tested Keen Uneek Sandals Flat cord or round cord versions available Supportive heel strap Interlocking cords Bungee locking system Anatomical foodbed £79.99 from Keen Footwear The Lowdown There’s no denying that the design of these shoes makes them stand out. Made from two lengths of flat or round bungee cord, these sandals are…
What I tested MerinoLOFT Helix Zip Hood Stretch side panels Water resistant Lightweight Breathable Shaped hood Zippable pockets Available from Icebreaker.com The Lowdown Perfect for layering, I found this top to be very thin and extremely light. It packs down to a really small size, making it ideal for carrying with you on a hike,…
What we tested Tog24 Code 35L Rucksack Was £79.95 Now £39.95 Buy it here Technical features Padded lumbar support Rain cover Compression straps Walking pole attachment Bungee cord Reflective trim The lowdown Within 24 hours of receiving this backpack, we were off out for a hike, so I packed it and took it along with…
What Suse tested A pair of Peter Storm brand women’s Gower Walking Boots, purchased from Ultimate Outdoors. Fully waterproof Designed to be more comfortable for women PU upper Rubber cup outsole Metal ski hooks Buy them here The lowdown As you may remember, I recently reviewed my aged Quechua Arpanaz snow boots, that have been…
What I tested Craghoppers Kiwi Pro High Waisted Trousers £65.00 Overall Rating Technical features The verdict I’ve been wearing these trousers almost every time I’ve been out hiking over the last 4 years, and I love them so much that I’ve since bought two more pairs. My original pair got too big for me…then too…
What I tested Regatta Kids Stormcloud Junior Welly Wellington Boots in Purple Vulcanised natural rubber construction – durable weather protection Natural cotton lining Easy pull handles EVA comfort footbed Outdoor Look £12.50 As of last November we moved away from our urban home and to a more suburban location, with the countryside close enough to…
12 months on and my boots are looking a lot more worn, but still providing heaps of comfort What we tested Salomon Comet 3D Lady GTX Walking Boot £130.50 from Go Outdoors These boots are no longer available, but you can see the full Salomon range at Go Outdoors here. Suitable for multi-day hikes Womens…
I think it may be a mark of how just much I love these boots, that even a full year after I meant to write this review, I’m still writing the same thing I would have written then. Full disclosure first, this isn’t a sponsored review and I have no connection with Decathlon other than…