Pat Kinsella
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Aku Trekker Lite III GTX review: the little black dress of hiking boots
The super comfortable, high-performing Aku Trekker Lite III GTX is a go-to winner for all kinds of hiking and backpacking
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No stupid questions: Should you take your pets camping?
It might make for great Instagram posts, but is it right to take dogs camping?
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No stupid questions: Can you clean a tent in a washing machine?
All outdoor gear gets grubby, including shelters – here’s how to clean a tent (and how not to)
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Gruezi Biopod DownWool Summer 185 review: lightweight luxury
An innovative, well-designed sleeping bag stuffed with a wonderfully comfortable, wet-resistant wool-and-down mix
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Vango F10 Neon UL1 review: an ultralight tent for fast forays on the wild side
Vango's solo tent is the ideal solo shelter for quick overnight hiking escapades, fastpacking and bikepacking
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Olight Baton 4 review: a miniature, mighty and super stylish lightsaber
Compact, capable and very cool – the Olight Baton 4 is a top tool for camping and everyday carry
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Berghaus Revolute Active Shoe review: trail-tackling waterproof walking shoes
Robustly built from recycled materials to a decent design, the waterproof Revolute Active is a workhorse of a walking shoe
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Lifesystems Intensity 300 LED Head Torch review: a bright light for a bargain price
Rechargeable, robust, reliable and simple to use – the Intensity 300 is a non-flashy highly functional head torch for overnight adventurers
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How environmentally friendly is fleece?
We love a good fleece, but are they good for the planet, and what can you do to lessen their negative impact?
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What's a shank? We explain the anatomy of a hiking boot
We sneak a peak under the hood of the humble hiking boot to find out how it works
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Montane Phase Lite Waterproof Jacket review: featherlight, weatherproof 3-layer shell
Completely wind and waterproof, the Phase Lite has your back in the worst weather and is lightweight and very easy to carry
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What’s the best merino GSM? Merino wool weights explained
Merino wool is brilliant, we know that, but what thickness is best? We weigh up the pros and cons of different GSM
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Is Gore-Tex ePE the future of sustainable waterproof technology? We asked a fabric expert
Does the evolution of Gore-Tex’s ePE membrane mean we can buy guilt-free gear again?
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Why you need to try via ferrata this year
Offering all the thrills without the spills… Via ferrata is a gateway drug for rock climbing – once you’ve experienced the highs, you’re going to get hooked
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Columbia Facet 75 Outdry Waterproof Hiking Shoes review: a family of adventure-ready footwear
Lightweight but hardy hooves for hitting the hills and tackling trails virtually year round
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Canyon Grizl CF SL review: a gravel bike with grit in its guts and adventure in its veins
Lightweight and nimble, yet more than tough enough for the rough stuff, the Canyon Grizl supplies the sizzle during fast-blast gravel rides and overnight trail-blazing escapades
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I raced the sun during the Winter Solstice – and learned a valuable lesson
Create your own DIY adventure challenges to keep your fitness goals on track (for free)
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I took up martial arts in my 40s, and it totally changed my approach to fitness
Taekwondo taught me how to stay fighting fit
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How to race a train on foot – and other ways to keep your fitness on track in 2024
The secret to sticking to New Year’s resolutions is to keep the fun in the run
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Pure Woodland Glow review: a waterproof speaker and camping lantern combo
A fully waterproof Bluetooth speaker that supplies light, sound and power to lively up your alfresco adventures
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Columbia Ampli-Dry Waterproof Jacket review: excellent shell for day hikes
This brilliant budget-friendly waterproof shell is built to protect you in all but the most biblically diabolical downpours
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Adidas Terrex Free Hiker GTX Hiking Shoes 2.0 review: boots with bounce
Versatile, high-performing hiking boots that put a proper spring in your step and add some swagger to your outdoor wardrobe
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Isle Pioneer Pro Hybrid SUP review: shape-shifting paddle board/kayak hybrid
Is it a board? Is it a boat? The Pioneer Pro Hybrid SUP-come-kayak can do both, but just how well? Here is our review
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Vaude Hogan SUL 1–2P review: smart and light escape pod for intrepid explorers
Vaude's Hogan SUL 1–2P tent is a comfortable, cleverly designed, easy-to-carry, virtually all-conditions shelter for the adventurous
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