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

How hiking aids can overcome physical challenges outdoors

Hiking is so much more than a fun activity. It has myriad benefits for your […]

Review: Polar Pacer Pro GPS sports watch

I have been testing the Polar Pacer Pro GPS sports watch. Polar state: “This is […]

Review: Salomon Sense Ride 5 trail running shoe

The Salomon Sense Ride 5 trail running shoe is described as a “versatile trail shoe […]

Review: Bikepacking Scotland book by Markus Stitz

I have been sent an early copy of the new book, Bikepacking Scotland: 20 Multi-day […]

Review: AKU Rocket DFS GTX fast hiking shoe

The AKU Rocket DFS GTX shoes have been designed for fast hiking. It is suitable […]

Review: SunGod ski goggles – Vanguards and Snipers

SunGod design and sell ski goggles and sunglasses. During a ski holiday to the French […]

Review: Outdoor Research Alti mitts

I am always in search of winter gloves to keep my hands warm. I suffer […]

Review: inov-8 Roclite Pro G 400 GTX V2 walking boots

I am already a fan of the inov-8 Roclite Pro G 400 GTX walking boots […]

Review: Silva Trail Runner Free H head torch

I have been testing the `Silva Trail Runner Free H Head Torch. I also lent […]

Review: Maaree Solidarity High-Impact Sports Bra

My friend Isabel has been testing the Maaree Solidarity High-Impact Sports Bra. She has worn […]

Review: Osprey Talon Earth 22 pack

The limited-edition Osprey Talon Earth 22 is claimed as the brand’s most sustainable pack to […]

Review: COROS APEX 2 Pro sports watch

I have been testing the COROS APEX 2 Pro sports watch. COROS is a brand […]