Matthew Jones
An outdoors writer and editor, Matt Jones has been testing kit in the field for nearly a decade. Having worked for both the Ramblers and the Scouts, he knows one or two things about walking and camping, and loves all things adventure, particularly long-distance backpacking, wild camping and climbing mountains – especially in Wales. He’s based in Snowdonia and last year thru-hiked the Cambrian Way, which runs for 298 miles from Cardiff to Conwy, with a total ascent of 73,700 feet – that’s nearly 2½ times the height of Everest. Follow Matt on Instagram and Twitter.
Latest articles by Matthew Jones
Berghaus Ramche Micro Reflect down jacket review: offers truly impressive warmth
By Matthew Jones last updated
The Berghaus Ramche Micro Reflect down jacket that punches way above its weight when it comes to warmth, thanks to its clever body-mapped design combined with innovative fabrics and technologies
Sierra Designs Granby Insulated sleeping pad review: comfortable and lightweight
By Matthew Jones last updated
The Sierra Designs Granby Insulated sleeping pad is a versatile and practical mat with a brilliant baffle design that adds to comfort levels
Vango Aotrom sleeping pad review: perfect for beginner backpackers or DofE expeditions
By Matthew Jones last updated
Vango Aotrom sleeping pad is a super-lightweight, easy-to-stash mat for overnight adventures in the summer months
Mountain Equipment Firefly sleeping bag review: a cosy companion for wild camping and backpacking
By Matthew Jones last updated
The Mountain Equipment Firefly sleeping bag is a technically advanced two-season bag that delivers welcome warmth, however high you camp
Sierra Designs Cloud 800 35F sleeping bag review: comfortable and well insulated
By Matthew Jones last updated
The Sierra Designs Cloud 800 35F sleeping bag is an innovative and versatile zipperless sleeping bag that offers luxurious comfort and delivers excellent warmth for weight
Kelty Cosmic SI Mummy sleeping pad review: a robust, do-it-all sleeping mat
By Matthew Jones last updated
The Kelty Cosmic SI Mummy sleeping pad is a well-priced and versatile self-inflating mat suitable for multiple adventures
Thermarest Z-lite Sol sleeping pad review: practical and versatile
By Matthew Jones last updated
The Thermarest Z-lite Sol sleeping pad is a supremely robust and practical smart foam mat that will provide a level of comfort wherever you lay your head
Robens Trailguard 50 sleeping pad review: a first-rate self-inflating sleeping mat
By Matthew Jones last updated
The Robens Trailguard 50 sleeping pad is a competitively priced and very warm self-inflating mat for all conditions
Thermarest NeoAir Uberlite sleeping pad review: a featherweight wonder
By Matthew Jones last updated
The Thermarest NeoAir Uberlite sleeping pad is an ultralight mat that is perfect for gram-counting backpackers
Mountain Hardwear Phantom 0/-18 sleeping bag review: a winner for winter
By Matthew Jones last updated
Not yet ratedThe Mountain Hardwear Phantom 0/-18 sleeping bag is a seriously warm four-season bag that can only be bested by specialist brands producing kit for polar expeditions and high-altitude mountaineers
Snugpak Softie 3 Solstice sleeping bag review: no-nonsense and hard-wearing
By Matthew Jones last updated
The Snugpak Softie 3 Solstice sleeping bag is a tough and robust military-derived bag that can be used and abused on weekend summer camps, backpacking jaunts or stealthy bivvies
Klymit Insulated Static V-Lite sleeping pad review: warm, lightweight and packable
By Matthew Jones published
The Klymit Insulated Static V-Lite sleeping pad is a winter-ready, high-performance sleeping mat with an accommodating cut that delivers on all fronts
Scarpa R-Evo GTX hiking boot review
By Matthew Jones last updated
The Scarpa R-Evo GTX hiking boot is versatile, working for trekking, hiking and backpacking – with superb out-of-the-box comfort
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