Review: Braven 405 portable speaker
Braven claim the 405 bluetooth speaker “fuses style and function”. It is part of an Active series that means it is designed for outdoor use, such as the robust and waterproof casing. Features include:...
Category: Camping
Review: Viking Trek 350X Sleeping Bag
I have been reviewing the new Viking Trek 350X sleeping bag. The Viking Trek bag features: Mummy shape 210cm long by 70cm wide 350g synthetic fill Temperature range -5 to 20°C Drawstring hood for...
New product: Adventure Tape
An intriguing tin of tape landed on my desk recently. The medium sized Adventure Tape is black, 18mm wide and stretchy. It is also shiny and a bit tacky, which makes it grippy. I...
Kit review: Aquapac waterproof waist pack
Aquapac have launched a 100 per cent waterproof waist pack to protect your essential kit during sports and outdoor activities. The Aquapac waterproof waist pack is made with the brand’s tried and tested waterproof...
Thule Capstone 40L women’s rucksack
I know the brand Thule because they make bike racks for cars. Did you know they also sell rucksacks? I have been testing the Thule Capstone 40L women’s pack. The Capstone comes in male...
Vango Ultralite Pro 200 sleeping bag
A recent attempted hike of the Fisherfield Munros required a lightweight but summer warm sleeping bag. I packed the three-season Vango Ultralite Pro 200 sleeping bag in my rucksack. Features include: Trilateral construction for...
Do you fancy a Wild Night Out?
An outdoors campaign aims to encourage more families to enjoy a Wild Night Out in 2017. The Ordnance Survey (OS) is behind the national event taking place on Saturday July 1. It’s hoped the Wild Night...
Icebreaker women’s Merinoloft Ellipse jacket
Icebreaker states: “The Ellipse Jacket is a hybrid-construction midlayer that uses strategically zoned insulation for warmth and protection where you need it most.” Features include: 70g MerinoLOFT insulation for warmth and breathability Recycled DWR-treated...
Outwell Collaps 2.5l Kettle
Space-saving gadgets always attract me because my campervan has limited cupboard space. What space there is in Fern, the SWB T5 van, has been maximised thanks to a clever conversion by Ali Vernett but still...
How to cook the perfect steak outdoors
It’s hard to beat a meal cooked outdoors, using an open fire or a fire pit, and after enjoying a full on day of adventure. While many outdoors fans prefer to rely on staple...
