Latest articles by Alex Foxfield
Deuter Kid Comfort Pro review: a luxurious movable throne for the little one
Baby and I ventured out with the Deuter Kid Comfort Pro to see if German engineering is the answer to our father-daughter adventuring needs
Thule Sapling review: a stylish, innovative and award-winning child carrier
We review the Thule Sapling child carrier, with its kid-friendly seating position and safari ready looks
How to care for leather hiking boots: our top tips
We guide you through how to care for leather hiking boots in order to maximize their life on the trail
Merrell Speed Eco Waterproof review: an eco-friendly and stylish hiker
We take to the trails in Merrell’s Speed Eco Waterproof hiking shoe, a great speed hiker and the brand's most sustainable offering to date
Is heel striking bad for you? We delve into the latest research
Is heel striking bad for you? We consider whether heel strikers are more prone to injury and look at how it affects overall running performance
inov-8 Trailfly G 270 V2 review: conquer long distances at speed
An update of a modern classic, we put inov-8’s Trailfly G 270 V2 trail running shoes through their zero-drop paces
Berghaus MTN Guide MW Hoody review: a performance mid layer for the mountains
Berghaus’ award-winning MTN Guide MW Hoody gives you warmth, comfort and function on alpine exploits and expeditions
5 awesome workouts for hikers: get in shape for those hills
We present great workouts for hikers to take the sting out of those long ascents and have you powering on for days.
Snugpak Softie Expansion 5: a plush and gloriously toasty winter sleeping bag
A luxurious feeling synthetic sleeping bag that punches way above its weight considering the price point
Osprey Mutant 52 review: a versatile, mountain-ready backpack
Ain’t no mountain high enough for Osprey’s Mutant 52, a classy alpine pack that’s full of useful features
inov-8 ROCLITE G 315 GTX V2: superb waterproof hybrid running and hiking shoes
We get to grips with inov-8’s latest offering from their long-serving ROCLITE range to see how it copes with the winter trails
Different types of Nikwax: what they do, and what the heck is BaseFresh anyway?
We take a look at the different types of Nikwax, from products for reproofing your waterproofs to caring for your down jackets
Mountain leader Alex Foxfield: the hiking gear I couldn't live without
Mountain Leader and Advnture contributor Alex Foxfield details the five pieces of hiking kit he'd be lost without
The most dangerous hiking trail in the world: knife-edge ridges and vertigo-inducing walkways
What is the most dangerous hiking trail in the world? From razor sharp ridges to chain ladders and rickety walkways we detail the most notorious and nerve-shredding hikes on Earth
Hiker survives icy plunge after falling into Scottish gorge
A lone walker tells of how he survived falling into freezing water at a popular Scottish beauty spot
Wild camping on Dartmoor under threat: England’s last bastion under scrutiny
With a ruling set to be made on wild camping on Dartmoor, we take a look at the issues surrounding wild camping in the UK
La Sportiva Cyklon Cross GTX review: technical winter-ready running shoes
La Sportiva’s Cyklon Cross GTX waterproof winter running shoes are equipped for technical running missions on muddy and even icy terrain
How to wash clothes while camping: get your garments clean in the backcountry
Our guide on how to wash clothes while camping is quick, easy and kind to the environment, whether you’re at the campsite or in the wild
10 backpacking essentials: the ultimate checklist
Our list of the 10 backpacking essentials for any overnight hiking trip includes crucial kit that should go without no matter where you're going, what season and how experienced you are
Hiking essentials: the must-have gear for any day hike, expedition or trek
With these hiking essentials there will be nothing that can stop you from having epic adventures on the mountain trails and the coast paths
What is windchill? Get clued up and find out how to protect yourself from the windchill factor
What is windchill? We consider what the windchill factor is, its effects and how to reduce or eliminate its dangers
How to go winter camping: head out into the colder months with confidence
Our guide to winter camping, with helpful tips on gear, apparel and cooking so that you can embark on awesome adventures, no matter what the conditions
Why you should buy a hat for your adventures in the great outdoors
Don't skip out this accessory if you want to stay warm in the outdoors
