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Reviews of kit and gear including fitness, running, walking, outdoors, camping, cycling

Mountain Equipment Earthrise Down Cycle insulated jacket

I have been testing Mountain Equipment’s Earthrise insulated jacket. There are hooded and non-hooded versions, […]

Review: CimAlp Bergen 3 F Nordic ski trousers

CimAlp make outdoor clothing that is designed and tested in the French Alps. CimAlp sent me […]

Review: CimAlp Storm 2 F waterproof trail running jacket

CimAlp make outdoor clothing that is designed and tested in the French Alps. CimAlp Storm […]

Review: CimAlp vision One Sunglasses

My guest reviewer Seth G has been testing CimAlp vision One Sunglasses. Here are his […]

Luxury magazine: Guide to sporty Christmas gifts

This article was commissioned by the Luxury magazine, owned by The Herald. See pages 51 […]

11 Christmas gifts ideas for trail, hill and mountain walkers

What do you buy the walker in your life for Christmas? Here are a few […]

How Berghaus are giving old products a second life

Berghaus has teamed up with Cumbrian climbing company Dirtbags to launch a product range made […]

19 Christmas gift ideas for skiers and snowboarders

Hopefully, we will be able to ski and snowboard on Scottish snow this season, or […]

11 great Christmas gifts for winter cyclists

Whether it’s road, trail or gravel cycling, staying warm is the greatest battle for riders […]

Review: Camelbak Ultra Pro running vest

Camelbak will be well known to most outdoor fans for their range of packs for […]

Review: Outdoor Research Women’s Hooded Helium Down Jacket

My guest reviewer Crystal G has been testing the Outdoor Research’s Women’s Helium Down Hoodie […]

My favourite Christmas gift ideas for runners

If you are looking for idea for Christmas gifts for runners, here is a list […]