Latest articles by Sian Lewis
The best sleeping bag liners 2025: added warmth, protection and comfort
The best sleeping bag liners add welcome toastiness to your sleeping bag, as well as shielding it from grime and damage
Avon Skin So Soft Original Dry Oil insect repellent review: affordable, smells great and moisturizes your skin
Avon Skin So Soft Original Dry Oil is a rogue moisturizer that turned out to be a superb, affordable insect repellent – good for midges, and nice on skin too
The best hiking sandals 2025: breezy footwear for casual walks
The best hiking sandals in our roundup are rugged enough to take on the wild and are also a great look at the beach or pool too
The best women’s hiking tops 2025: smart, comfortable shirts for backcountry adventures
Our pick of the best women's hiking tops are comfortable, breathable and durable, making them ideal choices for all-day walking and trekking trails
The best women’s ski jackets: style, protection and warmth
Our roundup of the best women’s ski jackets and snow sports jackets reveals essentials for the slopes that work just as well for winter hiking too
The best water shoes 2025: fast-draining, quick-drying and ready to take you from the shore to the sea
We've selected the top water shoes to suit you, whether you're into swimming, kayaking, SUP, coasteering or just splashing about in the shallows
The best pop-up tents 2025: backpacking and camping tents for speedy setup
Our selection of the best pop-up tents: shelters that pitch ridiculously fast, fit most budgets and come in all shapes and sizes
The best women’s gilets 2025: hiking vests and body warmers to keep your core snug
Our top pick of the best women’s gilets, hiking vests and body warmers are ideal for walking, working and playing outdoors
In defence of glamping: why it's about time you gave luxurious camping a chance
Die-hard campers need to kick back, relax – and learn to love the luxury of glamping. After all, it’s no sin to sleep outside in comfort sometimes...
Should I buy a pop-up tent? We weigh up the advantages and disadvantages
We consider the whether or not you should buy a pop-up tent for camping trips and backpacking missions
The best women’s ski pants, bibs and salopettes 2025: tested by experts
Our selection of the best women’s ski pants, snow bibs and salopettes for great fun in the snow, tested and rated
The best insect repellents 2025: keep the bugs at bay when hiking and camping
Our selection of the 10 best insect repellents for keeping the pesky bugs away in the great outdoors
The best thermal underwear for women 2025: for cold weather adventures
Our pick of the best thermal underwear for women that combines warmth with breathability
The best women’s fleece jackets 2025: stay snug outdoors through winter and spring
Our pick of the best women’s fleece jackets, chosen by experts, are perfect mid or outer layers for cold-weather adventures
The best camping lanterns 2025: light up your outdoor adventures
Our roundup of the best camping lanterns features the finest options for illuminating your tent or campsite
The best women’s sleeping bags 2025: tested for cozy nights outdoors
In our roundup of the best women's sleeping bags, we unzip the finest cozy cocoons designed with the female form in mind
The best camping blankets 2025: for coziness during cooler nights
Snuggle up in our roundup of the nine best camping blankets, from featherlight quilts to cozy fleeces
The best women’s hiking boots 2025: for epic backcountry adventures
Our selection of the best women's hiking boots offer protection, warmth and stability on rugged trails and rocky hikes
The best cheap hiking boots for women 2025: affordable, tough and comfortable
Our pick of the best cheap hiking boots for women includes designs to suit different terrain, weather and walking preferences
What to wear hiking: choosing the best kit for your adventures this winter
Our ‘what to wear hiking’ guide will help you get kitted out with the perfect gear for awesome hiking trips this winter
Quechua Arpenaz 4.2 tent review
The Quechua Arpenaz 4.2 tent is a great for families or festivals that features a great layout with a big living space – at a very pocket-friendly price
Bollé Torus Neo ski goggles review: convenient and lightweight but not the comfiest fit
The Bollé Torus Neo snow goggles’ quality build and easily swappable lenses are let down by an awkward fit
The best camping pillows: tested for comfort in the backcountry
Our pick of the best camping pillows, from inflatable backpacking cushions to comfy foam pillows for car camping
