Latest articles by Craig Taylor
Revolution Race Aphex Pro review: a rugged and durable hardshell jacket at a good price
The Revolution Race Aphex Pro is a burly, durable and reliable waterproof jacket that lends itself well to winter hillwalking in cold, wet weather
Mythbusting: should tent pegs really go in at an angle?
Should pegs really go in at a 45° angle? We unpack the biggest myth surrounding pegs with some input from professionals
I got soaked at Decathlon HQ to learn how the French brand tests its tents
Decathlon’s design and testing process involves listening to consumers, extensive prototyping and a lot of water
“Everything else is just a bag!” Zenbivy founder Michael Glavin’s mission to reinvent sleeping outdoors
We catch up with the founder and designer of one of the comfiest sleep systems on the market
What do mountain rescue team members wear on operations?
We take a deep dive into exactly what mountain search and rescue services wear on operations, and look at how it differs from regular hiking kit
MSR Tindheim 2 review: a solid two-person palace for comfortable camping
The MSR Tindheim 2 is one of the most spacious two-person tents I’ve tried so far this year
Can you connect two tents together? And if so, how?
Connecting two tents can maximize liveable space and give you a palace to sleep in – even in the great outdoors. But just how do you go about it?
Revolution Race Nordwand Pro review: well-designed hiking pants at a reasonable price
Water resistant, windproof and a joy to wear, Revolution Race Nordwand Pro hiking pants are excellence at a very reasonable price
Zenbivy Ultralight Bed review: is this the most comfortable sleep system on the market right now?
The Zenbivy Ultralight Bed is an innovative sleep system designed to maximize your comfort on the trail
Robens Pioneer 4EX tent review: an ideal family tent for comfortable nights in the outdoors
Affordable, simple to pitch and offering tons of room for the whole family, the Robens Pioneer 4EX is a great option for group wildcamps or family camping holidays
Can you cook inside a tent safely?
Everything you need to know about cooking safely inside a tent so that you don’t end up with the wrong kind of campfire
What is a trekking pole tent?
Trekking pole tents are quickly becoming one of the most popular styles of camping shelter out there. But what are they? And why should you care?
Types of tent fabric: what to look for in a shelter
A guide to understanding the different types of tent fabrics out there – what are the material benefits?
Scarpa Mescalito TRK Pro GTX review: an ideal hiking boot for true four-season adventures
The all-new Scarpa Mescalito TRK Pro GTX are comfortable, solid, crampon-compatible hiking boots that deliver impressive year-round performance. Could this be the most versatile boot on the market right now?
Wild Country Helm Compact 1 tent review: an amazing all-rounder for 1-person, 3-season camping
The Wild Country Helm Compact 1 is a well-designed and comfortable tent that does an incredible job for the price
The North Face Summit Series Pumori Down Parka review: a down jacket as lofty as it is expensive
The Summit Series Pumori Down Parka is The North Face's flagship mountaineering jacket, suitable for warming you up in the coldest places. But is it worth the high price tag?
The North Face Summit Torre Egger Futurelight Jacket review: hardshell performance with a shoftshell feel
A remarkably flexible and comfortable jacket, the North Face Summit Torre Egger Futurelight is ideal for tackling the worst conditions in the mountains
Therm-a-Rest Parsec 0F/-18C Sleeping Bag review: a cozy bag that makes you excited about sleeping in the cold
The Therm-a-Rest Parsec 0F/-18C offers unrivalled warmth to weight, promising to keep you warm and cozy in temperatures down to around -10° C/14° F
The best 4-season sleeping bags 2024: cozy bags for year round camping
Our selection of the best 4-season sleeping bags will keep you safe and toasty while camping, no matter how low the mercury
The best four-season tents 2024: backpacking shelters to protect you all year
Committed campers need a four-season tent designed and built to cope with any conditions. Here’s our roundup of the best available right now
Decathlon Forclaz MT900 Tunnel Tent review: judge me not by my size (or price)
Lightweight, small and easy to pitch, the Forclaz MT900 Tunnel Tent performs excellently in the wind and rain, especially considering its budget price tag
Nortent Lavvo 4 tent review: spacious and strong protection against the worst weather
The Nortent Lavvo 4 is a versatile, solid and stunning shelter that excels in wet, windy and freezing conditions
Nortent Gamme 4 Tent review: a fortress against the worst the weather can throw at you
The Nortent Gamme 4 is a heavy-duty fortress that will keep you safe in conditions way worse than most of us would ever consider camping in
