Great accessories for motorhomes
Record sales of motorhomes in the UK in recent years reveals just how popular it now is to holiday on four wheels. With so many people catching on to the trend, this article showcases...
Category: Kit Reviews
Reviews of kit and gear including fitness, running, walking, outdoors, camping, cycling
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...
Kit review: New Osprey Fairview Women’s 40l travel bag
The Fairview 40 is Osprey’s lightest travel backpack. It will suit the baggage specifications of many EU flight companies. However, make sure you check before flying. This is a useful latest cabin luggage guide. Features...
Kit review: Osprey Duro 15 rucksack
I confess I love all my Osprey rucksacks. I like the attention to detail and the specific packs for different activities. I do sometimes complain that the Osprey designers offer too much attention to...
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...
Skiing: What kit do I need?
If you are thinking about taking your first ski lesson or booking a skiing holiday, you will also need some help choosing your first items of clothing and equipment. Most people will hire skis...
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...
On test: Y-Cam home alarm system
I was asked to test the Y-Cam home alarm system and to start with I struggled to think what I would want to keep safe. We do not own many high value items in...
Osprey Transporter duffle bag
Is it sad of me to say that I have fallen in love with a piece of luggage? Well, if it is, I don’t really care because I am an outdoors journalist and, in...
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...
