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

Review: inov-8 Roclite G 315 GTX V2, G 275 and Ultra G 320 trail shoes

I have been testing three pairs of inov-8 Roclite trail running shoes during the winter […]

Review: Suunto 9 Peak Pro (titanium) sports watch

I have been testing the Suunto 9 Peak Pro (titanium) sports watch, which boasts a […]

Review: Whitby Gear 8×42 Compact Binoculars

I have been testing the Whitby Gear 8×42 Compact Binoculars, which feature high quality BAK-4 […]

Review: On Zero Running jacket

Many running brands sell a lightweight running jacket. The On Zero jacket is ultra lightweight […]

Review: Scarpa Ribelle Run Kalibra G Shoe

I have been testing the new Scarpa Ribelle Run Kalibra G Shoe. The footwear is […]

Review: Voom POW® energy bars with beetroot

I am already a big fan of Voom Pocket Rocket energy bars (especially the purple […]

Review: Super Sparrow ultra-light stainless steel drinking bottle

Super Sparrow sells practical – and funky looking – stainless steel drinking bottles in a […]

Review: Bob and Brad Q2 Mini Massage Gun

This is not my first massage gun, so I already know how useful these products […]

Review: Salewa Mountain Trainer Mid Gore-Tex hiking boots

I don’t know which I like more: The fact that my Salewa Mountain Trainer Mid […]

Top tips for ski rental on your next holiday

If you are planning a ski holiday, it’s worth considering some of these expert tips […]

Review: Sarrosi Anti-Chafe Balm: Sport Edition

A company called Sarrosi has launched a new Anti-Chafe Balm: Sport Edition. It’s purpose is […]

Tips for Winter Spine racing: What worked (and what didn’t)

I have spoken to a successful participant in the Montane Winter Spine North Challenger to […]