Latest articles by Sian Lewis
Patagonia Sol Patrol Women’s Long-Sleeved Shirt review: great for long, hot summer hikes
Keep the sun at bay with the Patagonia Sol Patrol’s pretty, protective material
Marmot Ridgefield Women’s Sherpa-Lined Long-Sleeve Flannel Shirt review: a perfect shirt-jacket hybrid
Snuggle up on cooler hikes in the cosy, insulated Marmot Ridgefield shirt, with its smart flannel looks
Mammut Aada women’s hiking shirt review: lightweight city chic for the great outdoors
The lightweight Mammut Aada is also great at keeping odors at bay – ideal for warmer walks
REI Co-op Sahara Button-Up Long-Sleeve Shirt review: tailored for the trails
Cool and breathable, the REI Co-op Sahara is a travel-friendly choice offering good sun and insect protection
Royal Robbins Expedition Pro women’s hiking shirt review: impressive in all respects
Highly breathable, easy-to-care-for the Royal Robbins Expedition Pro is a surprisingly smart adventure shirt, ideal for warmer days
Fjällräven Övik Travel Shirt review: excellent quality, multipurpose women’s hiking top
One shirt to rule then all? The great quality Fjällräven Övik Travel Shirt is an excellent all-rounder of an outdoor shirt
Sherpa Kiran women’s hiking shirt review: urban sophistication meets hiking practicality
A great linen lookalike, the Sherpa Kiran is our top pick for good looks and soft comfort
Craghoppers NosiLife Adventure II women’s hiking shirt review: a stylish biter-beater
A flattering utility shirt with an added superpower – the Craghoppers NosiLife Adventure II is treated with permanent insect repellent to keep biters at bay
Columbia Camp Henry shirt review: a cool short for warmer hikes
100% cotton makes the Columbia Camp Henry shirt a light and breezy treat for hot dry weather
Exped Synmat UL medium wide camping mat review: a unisex pad that’s perfect for taller women
This generously sized, unisex Exped Synmat UL medium wide camping mat is great for men and taller women, and packable enough to take into the hills
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir women’s camping mat review: ideal for winter conditions and expeditions
An excellent camping companion on any adventure, the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir women’s camping mat is a light and very packable mat that offers year-round comfort
Is hiking good exercise?
Get set to hit the trail – hiking is a fantastic way to improve your fitness, strength and mood, all while exploring the great outdoors
Alpkit Gourdon backpack review: a great waterproof backpack for aquatic adventures of all kinds
The Alpkit Gourdon backpack is an incredibly versatile pack that's equally at home on the water and on the trails
Deuter Aviant Voyager 60+10 SL Women’s Backpack review
A comfortable, functional choice for female backpackers, the Deuter Aviant Voyager 60+10 SL also has a great removable daypack
Haglöfs Unisex L.I.M +1 sleeping bag review: a beautifully made sleeping bag with excellent temperature control
Cut grams without cutting performance with the lightweight, two-season Haglöfs Unisex L.I.M +1 sleeping bag
Mountain Hardwear Women’s Lamina 15°F / -9°C sleeping bag review: a snug and reliable sleeping bag
The hardworking Mountain Hardwear Women’s Lamina sleeping bag will keep you cosy on chilly winter wild camps
Kelty Women’s Tru Comfort 20°F sleeping bag review: a comfortable and versatile three-season sleeping bag
A warm but weighty three-season bag, the Kelty Women’s Tru Comfort 20°F sleeping bag is big on comfort and ideal for traditional camping
Berghaus Women’s Transition sleeping bag review: a cheap and cheerful sleeping bag for summer camping
If you need to stick to a budget, the Berghaus Women’s Transition sleeping bag is an inexpensive fair-weather bag suitable for petite women
Therm-a-Rest ProLite Women’s Sleeping Mat review: a lightweight and easy-to-store sleeping mat
The Therm-a-Rest ProLite Women’s Sleeping Mat review is a solid choice for female campers who prefer foam over fully inflatable mats, and who stick to traditional camping trips
Rab Women’s Ascent 500 down sleeping bag review: a well-designed, three-season sleeping bag with a tough exterior
Go from ‘bothy to bivvy’ with the three-season Rab Women’s Ascent 500 sleeping bag, which boasts a water-resistant down filling
Mountain Equipment Women’s 250 Helium sleeping bag review: a light and compact sleeping bag for warmer climates
The Mountain Equipment Women’s 250 Helium sleeping bag is a good lightweight option for warm weather camps where space and weight are at a premium
Mountain Equipment Helium 3.8 Women’s Warmzone Mat review: a budget-friendly all-rounder for backpackers
An affordable and comfortable foam mat, the Mountain Equipment Helium 3.8 Women’s Warmzone Mat is an all-rounder that can be used across three seasons
