Latest articles by Jessie Leong
The best climbing shoes 2024: get a grip both indoors and out
Our selection of the best climbing shoes for crag days and gym sessions, whether you’re into bouldering, trad or sport climbing
Salewa Mountain Trainer 2 Mid Gore-Tex Boots review: mountain boots with a flexible yet sturdy fit
These blister-proof boots are at home in the Scottish mountains and suitable for alpine missions
Salewa Ortles Wall 38L Backpack review: a technical pack that delivers
The Salewa Ortles Wall 38L Backpack is a robust, roomy backpack carefully designed for alpine environments
MSR Hubba Hubba Bikepack One-Person Tent review: the ultimate bikepacking adventurer’s tent
The MSR Hubba Hubba Bikepack One-Person Tent is slick, compact and spacious enough to sit up in
Dynafit Feline SL Running Shoes: a trail running shoe with a good fit and great grip
The Dynafit Feline SL Running Shoes are a sturdy all-rounder that won’t get stuck on soft and muddy trails
BAM Twist Walking Socks: merino-bamboo hiking socks with eco credentials
Cool and comfortable socks, the BAM Twist Walking Socks combine great cushioning with gold standard sustainability
MSR Titan Kettle review: a compact and convenient way to cook
Powerful titanium cookware that’s impressively lightweight
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT Sleeping Pad: lightweight but warm year-round
With an impressive warmth-to-weight ratio, the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT Sleeping Pad is ideal for those who struggle with cold nights
Gregory Jade LT 24 backpack: value for money with a snug fit
The Gregory Jade LT 24 stays comfortable and breathable whatever the weather
Unparallel Up Lace climbing shoes review: stiff soles ensure confidence on small edges and when smearing
Ideal for limestone cragging, the Unparallel Up Lace climbing shoes are versatile, precise and great on vertical terrain
Sea to Summit Reactor sleeping bag liner review: extra insulation with a great warmth-to-weight ratio
Add an extra season to your sleeping bag setup with the Sea to Summit Reactor sleeping bag liner
Sea to Summit Lightweight Dry Bag: a waterproof dry bag in unmissable bright colors
Keep your gear safe, dry and organized during all your adventures
Exped Ultra 3R sleeping mat review: comfort and alpine credentials
The lightweight Exped Ultra 3R sleeping mat is easy to inflate and deflate and packs up incredibly small
Sea to Summit Aeros Ultralight Traveller Pillow review: a comfortable neck pillow for short-haul journeys
The Sea to Summit Aeros Ultralight Traveller Pillow is easy to inflate, and adjust and weighs next to nothing
Patagonia Women’s Storm Shift Pants review: all-weather workhorse winter trousers
Ideal for both cold and warmer days on the slopes, the Patagonia Women’s Storm Shift Pants are well-fitted with great temperature regulation
SealLine Bigfork Dry Daypack: a rolltop rucksack that won’t let the rain in
The waterproof SealLine Bigfork Dry Daypack promises much, but lack of functionality and uncomfortable straps let it down
Salewa Ortles Ascent Mid Gore-Tex Boots review: a robust and durable women’s mountain boot
With a stiff sole and customisable fit footbed, the Salewa Ortles Ascent offer great ankle support plus Gore-Tex insulation
Rab Ionosphere 5.5 Sleep Mat review: a workhorse of a sleeping mat
Sleep like a king on the Rab Ionosphere 5.5 Sleep Mat, with an impressive warmth to ratio and weighing in at under 700g
Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles review: reliable walking poles with comfortable cork grips
Easy to adjust and lightweight, the Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles offer a chic color palette and an innovative hidden hex key to make adjustments on the trail
Eagle Creek Pack-It Essentials Set review: organization made delightfully simple
For busy adventurers on the go, the Eagle Creek Pack-It Essentials Set makes organizing your kit quick, easy and painless
Patagonia Women’s Storm Shift Jacket: an all-weather workhorse jacket that can be worn come rain, shine or snow
Ideal for winter ski tours, the Patagonia Women’s Storm Shift Jacket is our new go-to for snow-based adventures
Black Diamond Pursuit Waist Pack 6L review: surprisingly roomy
The Black Diamond Pursuit Waist Pack 6L is a handy pack ideal for trails, gravel and slopes, but has a bit too much webbing for smaller waists
Patagonia Women’s R1 CrossStrata Hoody review: A rugged fleece that’s perfect for mountain activities
Offering protection from the elements, the Patagonia Women’s R1 CrossStrata Hoody is a technical classic with great eco-credentials
