Latest articles by Pat Kinsella
Inov-8 speed sock high review: tight-fitting and verstaile
The solidly supportive, synthetic Inov-8 speed sock deliver everything a trail runner needs from a sock (and hikers and cyclers may like them too)
Trail walking shoes vs hiking boots: which is best for backcountry adventures?
It's the battle of trail walking shoes vs hiking boots! Who will emerge victorious as they go up against each other for the accolade of trail champ?
Keela Scuffer hiking pants review: rugged and ready to tackle the roughest routes
These rugged Keela Scuffers are hiking pants for rough-and-tumble trail days in any conditions
Royal Robbins Active Traveler Zip ’N’ Go Pant review: the long and the short of it is – they’re great
The transformer trousers, Royal Robbins Active Traveler Zip ’N’ Go Pants go from long to short pants in seconds, and repel bugs while they’re at it
BAM Bamboo Technical Trainer Socks review: as friendly for your feet as they are for the environment
Comfortable and high-performing, BAM Bamboo Technical Trainer Socks are friendly to your feet, wallet and the planet
Gumleaf Viking Wide Calf Wellington Boot review: armour against bad weather for your feet
Neoprene-lined, wonderfully warm wellies, Gumleaf Viking Wide Calf Wellington Boots have a Vibram sole and extra-wide calf cuffs
Saucony Peregrine 11 trail running shoes review: hardy shoes for rough terrain
The 11th generation of an ever-popular trail shoe, the Saucony Peregrine 11 has ultra aggressive grip and a go-hard-or-go-home attitude
VivoBarefoot Primus Trail II FG review: a hardy and minimalist trail running shoe
Top notch, tactile, rough-terrain creepers, the VivoBarefoot Primus Trail II FG have excellent ethical and eco credentials
How to choose hiking boots: a step-by-step guide
We go the extra mile on our guide to how to choose hiking boots for the ultimate in comfort, stability and protection on tough terrain
Crossfly Ikon 6-inch Boxer running underwear review: they’ll stretch to any kind of activity
The comfortable, supportive and highly featured Crossfly Ikon 6-inch Boxer has a dynamic four-way stretch to allow plenty of freedom of movement
Smartwool Merino Sport 150 Boxer Brief running underwear review: comfort like this comes at a price
Excellent, ready-for-action undies, Smartwool Merino Sport 150 Boxer Briefs are made from the nature’s magic material – merino wool
inov-8 Roclite Recycled 310 trail hiking shoes review: eco-friendly footwear for fastpackers
The super-comfortable inov-8 Roclite Recycled 310 trail hiking shoes are made from mostly recycled materials
Columbia Men’s Trailstorm hiking shoes review: impressive performance from a low-cost option
Well-featured and waterproof, Columbia Men’s Trailstorm walking shoes are available at a competitive price
How to use a compass: improve your navigation and get your bearings
Learning or enhancing your knowledge of how to use a compass is a great idea ahead of the summer hiking season
Dynafit Ultra S-Tech Shirt men’s running top review: so light and tight it almost feels like it’s been sprayed on
A razor-sharp racing top, the Dynafit Ultra S-Tech Shirt is for runners who prioritize lightweight performance over everything else
Craghoppers Men’s Dynamic Short Sleeved T-Shirt review: could its hi-tech fabric really enhance performance?
An attractive active-wear top for running and other outdoor adventures, the Craghoppers Men’s Dynamic Short Sleeved T-Shirt is made with mostly recycled material
Robens Polarshield 120 sleeping pad review: luxuriously thick, easy to use and packs down surprisingly small
Big, thick and warm, the self-inflating Robens Polarshield 120 sleeping pad offers year-round, supportive camping comfort
Vango Comfort 7.5 Grande sleeping pad review: if you’re travelling light, forget it – in all other cases, it’s luxury
A grand all-season crash pad, the Vango Comfort 7.5 Grande is great for a variety of camping, outdoor and indoor overnight scenarios
Vango Dreamer 3 Single sleeping pad review: designed for teens but slender adults might like its durability too
For new and occasional campers, or kids on their first hiking adventures, the Vango Dreamer 3 provides a reasonable night’s sleep
BAM Skua training T-shirt review: a fair-weather running top that’s also good for hiking and climbing
The super-comfortable BAM Skua training T-shirt is a bamboo-made running top and active-wear T for trail adventures
Berghaus 24/7 Tech Tee Baselayer men’s running top review: a reliable running T at a bargain price
Although a relatively basic top, the Berghaus 24/7 Tech Tee baselayer is highly reliable performer for everyday runs on any terrain
Patagonia Altvia Alpine Pants review: flexible comfort for both hiking and climbing
Dynamic and eco-friendly, Patagonia Altvia Alpine Pants are designed for approach hikes and climbing escapades
Berghaus Winter Fast Hike Trousers hiking pants review: they like it rough
Rough weather? Berghaus Winter Fast Hike Trousers are designed for a walk on the wild side
