Joe Baker

Latest articles by Joe Baker

Camper pitching Exped Mira II HL tent on mountain

Exped Mira II HL tent review: a hyperlight 2-person, 3-season tent

By Joe Baker published

The Exped Mira II HL offers a near-perfect balance between space, comfort and ultralight design

Camping
Hiker wearing Salomon Outerpath 2.5L rain pants

Salomon Outerpath 2.5L rain pants review: comfy, waterproof and easy to pull on and off

By Joe Baker published

Salomon Outerpath 2.5L rain pants have comfort and convenience sewn – of should that be zipped – up but there are some freedom of movement issues

Hiking
Man in Rab Mythic 400 sleeping bag in the mountains

Rab Mythic 400 review: a premium sleeping bag for serious alpinists and fastpackers

By Joe Baker published

The lightweight Rab Mythic 400 is a cozy cocoon for cold-weather campers that packs down small

Camping
Man wearing an Artilect M-Divide Fusion Stretch Hoodie in the Alps

Artilect M-Divide Fusion Stretch Hoodie review: well-made, stylish and full of innovative tech, but pricey

By Joe Baker published

Artilect M-Divide Fusion Stretch Hoodie: well-made, stylish, full of innovative tech and pricey

Camping
Nitecore HC65 UHE headlamp

Nitecore HC65 UHE headlamp review: a great torch for those who thrive off-grid

By Joe Baker published

The robust Nitecore HC65 UHE headlamp can take whatever the elements want to throw at it, and it’s comfortable to wear, too

Trail running
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Venture sleeping pad with Rab sleeping bag

Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Venture sleeping pad review: a solid, all-round choice for warmer weather camping

By Joe Baker last updated

The Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Venture is a sleeping pad aimed at people who don’t need high-end functionality, just a reliable item at a reasonable price

Camping