Jessie Leong
A former brand ambassador for Merrell and current Ordnance Survey #GetOutside Champion, Jessie Leong’s lifelong outdoor odyssey began with Duke of Edinburgh’s Award walks in the Peak District. This segued into long hill hikes in the Yorkshire Dales, multi-day treks in the Lake District, scrambles in North Wales and adventures scaling alpine pinnacles. When not walking, she can be found rock climbing, wild swimming, cycling, photographing, filmmaking, writing and modelling. Jessie’s most recent claim to fame is playing a Miss World contestant in the 2020 feature film Misbehaviour.
Latest articles by Jessie Leong
Montane Women's Terra Stretch Lite Trousers review: lightweight breathable pants that keep you cool and comfortable on the trails
By Jessie Leong published
Robust construction and a 4-way stretch fabric mean the Montane Women's Terra Stretch Lite Trousers are an ideal companion on dusty trails
Patagonia Women’s Hampi Rock Pants review: lightweight summer trousers perfect for traveling
By Jessie Leong published
With a loose fit and a comfortable elasticated waistband, the Patagonia Women’s Hampi Rock Pants are ideal for everything from climbing to long distance travel
The best women’s climbing shoes 2024: for indoor climbing sessions, valley cragging and all-day mountain adventures
By Jessie Leong last updated
Our selection of the best women’s climbing shoes for crag days and gym sessions, whether you’re into bouldering, trad or sport climbing
How to take great photos with a smartphone on your next hike
By Jessie Leong last updated
You don't need a fancy camera when you're out in nature. Here's how to take great photos with a smartphone
Smartwool Women’s Classic All-Season Merino Base Layer Long Sleeve review: an all-year-round top
By Jessie Leong published
Breathable and fast-wicking, the Smartwool Women’s Classic All-Season Merino Base Layer feels oh-so-soft against the skin and can be worn as a mid layer too
Therm-a-Rest Hyperion 20F/-6C Sleeping Bag review: keeping things light for thru-hikers
By Jessie Leong published
The ultralight down Therm-a-Rest Hyperion 20F/-6C Sleeping Bag has a great warmth-to-weight ratio and packs down super small
Black Diamond Speed 30 backpack review: simplicity without sacrificing durability
By Jessie Leong published
The Black Diamond Speed 30 is a rugged, adaptable lightweight climbing rucksack perfectly suited for alpine ascents and all-year-round use
Alpkit Jaran 3 ultralight backpacking tent review: a lightweight choice for two- or three-person camping trips
By Jessie Leong published
Comfortable and roomy, the Alpkit Jaran 3 has two porches and plenty of living space for two or three people, making it versatile enough to use on long backpacking trips
Patagonia Women’s Dual Aspect Bib review: waterproof pants you can wear all day
By Jessie Leong published
Reliable, packable and waterproof, Patagonia Women’s Dual Aspect Bib trousers mean you’re well prepared for big days in the mountains
The best women’s hiking pants: for comfort and protection anywhere
By Jessie Leong last updated
The best women’s hiking pants provide comfort, freedom of movement and protection from the trail and the elements
Patagonia Women’s AlpLight Down Jacket review: a lightweight belay jacket that packs down small
By Jessie Leong published
Great for fast and light mountain adventures, or belaying at the crag, the Patagonia Women’s AlpLight Down Jacket is ultralight, highly packable and warm
La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Mid Woman GTX hiking boots review: a versatile mid-option between protection and flexibility
By Jessie Leong published
Reliable and lightweight La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Mid Woman GTX hiking boots are capable of coping with all the elements
Patagonia Women’s Point Peak hiking pants review: high-tech, low-bulk, comfortable and versatile
By Jessie Leong published
Softshell pants that don’t restrict your movement, Patagonia Women’s Point Peak hiking pants boast an array of useful pockets
Black Diamond Technician Leather approach shoes review: soles and sturdiness that give you crag confidence
By Jessie Leong published
The versatile and comfortable Black Diamond Technician Leather approach shoes boast super-sticky soles
Smartphones vs cameras: which is best for taking stunning outdoor photos?
By Jessie Leong last updated
Smartphones vs cameras? When considering your next outdoor adventure, which one should you be packing to capture those epic moments?
How to read a map: find your way in the great outdoors
By Jessie Leong last updated
Knowing how to read a map is crucial for staying safe and enjoying the outdoors, whether you’re heading for well-known trails or setting out into the wilderness
Patagonia Women’s DAS Light Hoody review: super-light, super-packable, super-practical
By Jessie Leong published
Reliable and packable, the Patagonia Women’s DAS Light Hoody is best suited for alpine environment where every gram counts
Alpkit Nautilus waterproof hiking pants review: properly designed to keep water out
By Jessie Leong published
The reliable, durable, three-layer Alpkit Nautilus are waterproof trousers that’ll cope with the howling weather
La Sportiva Solution Comp women’s climbing shoes review: for competition climbers with specific expectations
By Jessie Leong published
The La Sportiva Solution Comp is a super-aggressive, high-performance climbing shoe suitable for steep climbing and powerful pockets and smears whilst bouldering
Tenaya Ra LV women’s climbing shoes review: a lower-cost option that seriously impress
By Jessie Leong published
Comfortable and relaxed, Black Diamond Momentum climbing shoes are ideal for beginners
Black Diamond Momentum women’s climbing shoes review: comfort over performance for novice climbers
By Jessie Leong published
Comfortable and relaxed, Black Diamond Momentum climbing shoes are ideal for beginners
Boreal Ballet climbing shoes review: they may look retro but they still perform well on long routes
By Jessie Leong published
Retro-styled, classic-looking and comfortable, Boreal Ballet climbing shoes are great for crack climbing on big routes and long days
Scarpa Instinct Lace climbing shoes review: supportive, grippy and confidence boosting
By Jessie Leong published
Lightweight and sensitive, the unisex Scarpa Instinct Lace climbing shoes provide feet with support even when extreme edging
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