Latest articles by Pat Kinsella
Helly Hansen Switchback Trail Low-Cut Helly Tech hiking boots review: lightweight, rugged and multitasking
These leather Helly Hansen Switchback Trail Low-Cut Helly Tech hiking boots are ideal for day hikes and trail-based adventures in almost all conditions
Hoka Anacapa Low GTX walking shoes review: your joints will love you
The Hoka Anacapa Low GTX is a full-suspension hiking shoe for comfortable trail walking across all sorts of terrain
Ultimate Direction Jason Schlarb Short review: ultra running shorts with a built-in utility belt
The highly supportive Ultimate Direction Jason Schlarb Shorts are perfect for long-distance epics, with a storage belt full of pockets and carry hoops
Montane Sabre T-shirt review: do you feel the need, the need for speed?
Superlight and moisture-wicking, the Montane Sabre T-shirt is a base-layer for speedy runners
Keen NXIS EVO Mid walking boots review: for pacy trekking on solid trails (not so good in boggy mud)
These lightweight Keen NXIS EVO Mid walking boots are designed for fast-paced footpath and trail trekking in drier landscapes across nine months of the year
Alpkit Soloist one-person three-season tent review: light, simple to pitch and reliable
Compact, well-designed and lightweight, the Alpkit Soloist is the perfect one-person tent for backpacking escapades throughout most of the year
Helly Hansen Transistor Backpack review: an impressively versatile, lightweight pack with lots of features
This nifty Helly Hansen Transistor Backpack is ideal for swift little adventures on the wild side
Gill Marine Edge Boots review: comfortable, warm, protective and grippy
The over-the-ankle, wetsuit-styleGill Marine Edge Boots boast excellent grip, and are ideal for a whole range of aquatic adventures all year round
Alpkit Pipedream 400 review: an ultralight down sleeping bag for the coziest nights on multi-days
Lightweight and impressively packable, the Alpkit Pipedream 400 is a high-performing sleeping bag for backpacking adventures almost all year round
The best camping tents: for superb backcountry adventures
We round up the very best camping tents, shelters that won't let you down on your vacations and backpacking missions
AceBeam H16 headlamp review: a lighting multitool that’s way more than a gimmick
Highly versatile and very tough, the AceBeam H16 is a mini-flashlight-come-headlamp with a range of superpowers that’s very impressive for its price
Tifosi Swick sunglasses review: reliable multitasking sunnies at a very reasonable price
Lightweight, stylish and robust, Tifosi Swick sunglasses are affordable and ideal for all kinds of trail outings
Mountain Warehouse Self-Inflating Mat With Pillow review: a couple of clever innovations on a budget pad
Basic but sensibly priced, the Mountain Warehouse Self-Inflating Mat With Pillow is ideal for fun sleepouts and car camping
BioLite HeadLamp 425 review: just about everything you could want from a head torch
The super lightweight, slim-profile, rechargeable BioLite HeadLamp 425 boasts high levels of functionality
Craghoppers Waverley Thermic Jacket review: warm but weighty, it’s a coat you have to commit to
Seriously warm, reliably waterproof and windproof, the Craghoppers Waverley Thermic Jacket also has a great hood and absolutely loads of pockets
Shackleton Rothera Hooded Down Jacket review: a premium puffer that lives up to its name and price tag
Excellent, highly featured and ethically made, the Shackleton Rothera Hooded Down Jacket is puffer for all sorts of cool-weather adventures across the year
Mountain Warehouse Journey Men’s Recycled 3-in-1 Waterproof Jacket review: a puffer and outer shell combo
A versatile weatherproof jacket, the Mountain Warehouse Journey Men’s Recycled 3-in-1 Waterproof Jacket can be worn in three different ways according to the conditions when you’re walking
Montane Men’s Tenacity Pants review: hiking comfort from early spring to late fall
Lightweight and comfortable softshell trousers, Montane Men’s Tenacity Pants have plenty of stretch – ideal for three-season hiking in all kinds of terrain
Haglöfs LIM ZT Shell GTX Pro Pants review: ready for the wettest and wildest conditions
High-performing and super-reliable, Haglöfs LIM ZT Shell GTX Pro Pants are waterproof over-trousers for serious adventures in the wet zone
Mountain Warehouse Microlite 1400 Winter Sleeping Bag review: a seriously warm synthetic bag at a bargain price
Rugged, warm and versatile, the Mountain Warehouse Microlite 1400 is ideal for spring and fall camping, but it’s not for those in search of an ultralight option
The best wood-burning stoves: for cooking up campsite cuisine with natural fuel
The best wood-burning stoves are great fun to cook with, and represent a natural alternative to canister gas and liquid fuel stoves
My Favourite Run: Seaton to Beer Head and Branscombe Beach and back
This circular route runs across Jurassic Coast cliffs, historic hilltops and picturesque pebble beaches
Hanwag Bunion Socks review: restore the pleasure of pain-free hikes
The super comfy Hanwag Bunion socks are specifically designed for hikers with bunions
