Latest articles by Alex Foxfield
The joys of solo camping: why heading out alone to sleep in the wild is hard to beat
A look into the joys of solo camping and what it is that makes lone expeditions into the backcountry such rewarding experiences
Osprey Hikelite 26 review: an unfussy, highly useable daypack for the trails and the streets
We shoulder Osprey’s Hikelite 26 and head for the hills to put this quintessential daypack to the test
Can you rely on budget hiking boots?
We consider if you can rely on budget hiking boots and advise on when it’s okay to spend a little less and when you really need to splash the cash
Osprey Manta 24 review: a versatile hydration daypack for serious adventurers
We get technical with Osprey’s Manta 24, a fully featured daypack that offers plenty of adventure potential
Osprey Kestrel 38 review: a versatile workhorse for hiking adventures
We venture into the mountains with Osprey’s Kestrel 38, one of the latest versions of this much-loved and fully-featured hiking backpack
Zip wire proposal rejected in Lake District for fear of attracting wrong 'type of audience'
Committee votes to reject the plans for an underground zip wire after plans are slammed by international heritage body
Leki Makalu FX Carbon trekking poles review: foldable marvels for wild trails
Heavy pack? Check. Sturdy footwear? Check. Supportive poles? Check. We venture into the high places with Leki’s Makalu FX Carbon trekking poles
Aku Trekker Lite III GTX review: a virtually faultless 3-season hiking boot
We lace up the Aku Trekker Lite III GTX, a lightweight, waterproof hiking boot that's nigh on perfect for mountainous hikes
Child-friendly summits: mini mountains for mini explorers
We reveal six of our favorite child-friendly summits: glorious hikes for the whole family, with three in the US and three in Britain
The UK National Three Peaks Challenge, but better: an alternative approach to the classic undertaking
Advnture contributor Alex Foxfield takes on the classic UK National Three Peaks Challenge but decides to spice it up a little…
Camping gear you should splash out on vs camping gear you can save on
Our expert advice on which items of camping gear you should splash out on for a worthy investment, and which you can probably scrimp on
How to get your camping gear ready for summer? 9 top tips for stress free trips
Our guide to how to get your camping gear ready for summer will get your camping equipment almost as good as new for each season
What is coasteering? We look at this liberating amphibious adventure
We take a look at the thrilling pursuit that’s been steadily making waves since it first developed on British shores almost 40 years ago
How I fell in love with hiking: a wintry ascent of Great End
Advnture contributor Alex Foxfield remembers a snowy adventure in the English Lake District that had him falling in love with hiking
The best hydration packs: on-the-go refuelling for your runs
The best hydration packs offer a convenient and lightweight storage solutions for your water, gels, snacks and emergency items
ThruDark Centurion Alpine Jacket: a stylish softshell designed for cold conditions
A premium mid-layer, the ThruDark Centurion Alpine Jacket is a softshell that works arguably better as an outer
How hiking boots are made: from design and materials to production and testing
We follow every step, from a twinkle in the eye of a designer to a trail-ready boot fit for the backcountry
Berghaus MTN Seeker MW Down Hoody review: a performance puffer for technical adventures
Premium yet unfussy, the Berghaus MTN Seeker MW Down Hoody is the perfect lightweight jacket for those serious about their days spent up high
Ergobaby Omni 360 Cotton review: an excellent soft structured carrier for newborns and up
The Ergobaby Omni 360 Cotton is a baby carrier that makes a huge difference during those magical – and at times challenging – first months
Inside an Italian hiking boot factory: we explore Aku’s impressive HQ
We take a tour of premium trekking and mountaineering footwear brand Aku’s Montebelluna factory on the edge of the Italian Dolomites
Little Life Cross Country S4 review: an effective, budget-friendly child carrier
Daughter hops in and I shoulder the Little Life Cross Country S4 to see how this budget child carrier matches up against the competition
How to pitch a tent in the rain: our top tips on wet weather pitching
Our expert tips on how to pitch a tent in the rain, making sure (most of) your stuff stays dry and you keep your fellow campers happy
