Latest articles by Matthew Jones
The best sleeping bags: for comfort in camp
Our selection of the best sleeping bags contains a range from lighter options for summer to the most cozy bags for winter
How to pronounce Welsh place names
How do you say Bannau Brycheiniog, Yr Wyddfa, Eryri and other Welsh place names? Here’s our short guide to help them roll off the tongue next time you visit Wales
The best down jackets: stay warm when the temperature drops
Our selection of the best down jackets have been tested hard against the winter chill
Rab Andes Infinium 800 Sleeping Bag review: keeping you cozy and dry in even the most extreme conditions
The seriously warm Rab Andes Infinium 800 Sleeping Bag is a four-season warrior that is even at home at high altitudes in the world’s great ranges
MSR Access 2 four-season tent review: a practical and versatile year-round refuge for two
The MSR Access 2 offers reliable all-season performance in a lightweight package
Arc'teryx Rho Hybrid Half Zip base layer review: a highly effective combination of man-made and natural fibers
The midweight Arc'teryx Rho Hybrid Half Zip base layer delivers versatile warmth, waterproofing and comfort while warding off odors
The best crampons: tested for sure-footed traction on frozen terrain
Winter adventures in the hills call for specialist kit, so finding the best crampons for your mountain mission is essential
The best camping saws: portable, lightweight, and effective
We feature the best camping saws that add teeth to your backcountry escapades
Alpkit Colca gaiters review: budget mud shields that still have a lot to offer
Competitively priced and lightweight, Alpkit Colca gaiters are a great value option for hiking and hillwalking, offering good all-round mud and muck protection
Silky PocketBoy 170 Outback Edition camping saw review: a small, versatile and classy folding saw
With a premium Japanese steel blade, the compact Silky PocketBoy 170 Outback Edition folding saw delivers precision cutting power in a robust little package
Grivel G-Zero ice axe review: a dependable hillwalking axe that’s kind on the hands
A classic straight-shafted axe, the Grivel G-Zero has a plastic head cover that feels extremely comfortable in the hand, making it a great basic hillwalking axe
Adidas Terrex Techrock Gore-Tex Pro waterproof jacket review: seriously impressive for a coat so light
Amazingly light yet well-built and winter-ready, the Adidas Terrex Techrock Gore-Tex Pro waterproof mountain jacket provides top-level storm-proof protection
Petzl Glacier ice axe review: punches above its surprisingly light weight
A versatile hillwalking and mountaineering tool, the Petzl Glacier does everything well, only reaching its limits on the steepest snow
Berghaus Urban Arkos Reflect Down Jacket review: crossover style and warmth from summit to street
Warm, protective and functional the Berghaus Urban Arkos Reflect Down Jacket has a boxy, big- baffled silhouette that’s bang on trend right now
Jöttnar Thorne Jacket review: a warm, well-built and versatile down puffer
The Jöttnar Thorne Jacket is built for extended use in mixed conditions, thanks to a tougher ripstop face fabric and moisture-resistant fill
Black Diamond Belay Parka review: a burly belay jacket that climbers will love
A classic beast of a belay jacket, the Black Diamond Belay Parka feels extremely warm and protective, no matter how wild the weather
Salewa Crow GTX review: nimble, precise and great value
A great value, winter-ready, crampon-compatible boot, the Salewa Crow GTX feels nimble and precise, with lightweight and supple uppers
Meindl Antelao Pro Men GTX: a comfort-focused, all-season hiking boot
Warm and comfortable with an accommodating fit, Meindl Antelao Pro Men GTX is great B2 choice for cold-weather trekking and hillwalking adventures
Scarpa Ribelle Lite HD review: light on your feet but ready for heavy-duty adventure
These agile and nimble Scarpa Ribelle Lite HDs excel on mixed mountain walks and scrambles, but have the technical stiffness for winter use too
Merrell Moab 3 Mid GTX hiking boots review: comfortable and robust
A well-priced everyday hiker, the Merrell Moab 3 Mid deserves to be as popular as its forerunners, thanks to its out-of-the-box comfort and solid performance
Momentum Wayfinder GMT field watch review: lightweight but tough and great in low light
A modern field watch, the Momentum Wayfinder GMT has an adventure-ready titanium case and useful second time zone functionality
Lowa Renegade GTX Mid hiking boot review: classic looks with a modern build give great stability
Sturdy, well-built and comfortable, the Lowa Renegade GTX Mid is a nubuck leather hiking boot made for multiple miles and mixed terrain – a modern classic
Adidas Terrex Multi RAIN.RDY waterproof jacket review: a great everyday jacket that’s fine for less challenging hikes
The Adidas Terrex Multi RAIN.RDY jacket is an affordable, comfortable, stylish and versatile all-rounder for wilderness and urban use
