We review the best hiking and active clothing, outdoor gear, tents, camping gear, accessories, campsites and more.
What We Tested Vango Solaris 500 AirBeam tent Where to buy Technical Details The Lowdown Vango say that the beams in an AirBeam, create a strong and rigid tent structure combined with a very easy and quick pitch time, so we couldn’t wait to put the Solaris through it’s paces and see how it performed…
What we Tested Elgao Avea Flare Portable Mood Light RRP: £89.99 Stockists Check Price On Amazon.co.uk Features Portable – 8 hours + on a single charge App-Enabled via iOS, Apple Watch or Android Wireless charging More than 12 pre-defined scenes for relaxing ambiance LED lamp IP65 water resistance for indoor or outdoor use The Lowdown…
What we tested Trespass Branson Folding Camping Chair with Drinks Holder £17.99Buy it here The verdict If you’ve seen photographs from any of our camping trips, you’ll know that we don’t do bland and boring. When it comes to camping gear, If it comes in a bright colour or in a funky pattern, you can…
What we tested Teva Cabrillo Crossover Leather Sandal £55 What we thought Straight off, the style of the sandals appealed. They are quick and easy to put on, thanks to the velco fastening at the rear, which also makes for a close, customisable fit. I have an old pair of hiking sandals but because of…
The summer was grudgingly underway and just before the school holidays, we were invited to visit Surf Snowdonia, for a weekend of surfing and glamping. A weekend of glamping and surfing In the middle of the mountains? Heck yeah! Our stay Friday 8th July to Sunday 10th July 2016 surfsnowdonia.co.uk The location Surf Snowdonia is…
What we tested Arctic Monsoon S1 Ultralight Down Mummy Sleeping Bag RRP: $99 UK – Check Price On Amazon.co.uk USA – Buy it here Product features Ultralight Down Mummy Sleeping Bag 400T 20D Nylon outer fabric Inner fabric, sufficient durable and warm for your ultimate outdoor/indoor rest. Lightweight, Compact & Portable Suitable for Three Seasons…
Looking for a great value Bluetooth speaker? The Lava BrightSounds 2 Bluetooth speaker is also a power bank and a lantern, plus it’s got brilliant battery life, making it ideal for camping. Read on for our full review. What Is It? Lava BrightSounds 2 RRP: £39.99 Bluetooth portable speaker Water resistant Leather carry strap USB,…
There really are not many standing height tents on the market at this size, and certainly not at this price point.
Where We Stayed Chapel House Farm Campsite Stonethwaite, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria CA12 5XG Telephone: 01768 777 256 Visit their website here £6 per night per adult Grass pitches (no EHU pitches available) No open fires No loud noise after 10:30 Accept DofE (discounted rates available) Ignore the postcode, it won’t get you there, use the…
What We Tested Berg Outdoor Hiking Shoes BABIRUSA €99,95 Buy them here Features Vibram® outsole for excellent grip and traction on all terrains Midsole with dual density EVA foam for superior cushioning and shock-absorption Toe area with rubber reinforcement for extra protection and durability Gusseted tongue to prevent dirt from getting in The Berg Babirusa…
What we tested Orla Kiely A Frame Tent was £100 now £65 Berth: 2 Pitched Size: 320cm x 150cm Pack Size: 82 x 13 x 13cm Hydrostatic Head: 3000mm Design: A Frame Buy it here The verdict I couldn’t quite believe just how tiny the tent was when packed down. It comes in a beautiful,…
What we tested Pacy II £110 All conditions riding boot The Original Muck Boot Company Buy them here The verdict Being a bit of a riding kit junkie, I jumped at the chance to review the Pacy ll All-conditions riding boot from the Original Muck Boot company. On first glance, they look rugged and the…