UK Knife Laws Explained – 2024 Version
There have been several changes in what you can, and...
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GEAR REVIEWS
GEAR REVIEWS
Honest, agenda-free camping and outdoor living gear reviews. Unbiased and based on real-world use by experienced outdoor professionals.
We have been writing (and shooting video of) outdoor gear reviews for over 10 years now.
In these pages you will find our gear reviews. We don’t have an agenda (nobody is paying us to write a good review) and we will always choose honesty over ‘brand relationship’.
We are lucky enough that we have a large enough audience that brands will send us items to try for free, but our primary concern when writing a review is “is this thing any good?”. If you want to submit an item for review then please get in touch – but be warned that we will be honest about it.
REVIEW : Soto Amicus Stove without Igniter
The Soto Amicus stove (without igniter) is a lightweight, wind-resistant...
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REVIEW : Fenix HM65R ShadowMaster Headlamp
The Fenix HM65R ShadowMaster is a high-performance headlamp built for...
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REVIEW : Jackery 500 Solar Generator Bundle
The Jackery Solar Generator 500 package includes the Explorer 500...
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REVIEW : Böker Plus Outdoorsman Mini
The Boker Outdoorsman Mini is a solid, dependable knife for...
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REVIEW : Hikvision Lynx L15 Thermal Monocular
Gear Review Hikvision Lynx L15 Thermal Monocular 26th April 2021...
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REVIEW: Olight M2R Pro Warrior Torch
Gear Review Olight M2R Pro Warrior Torch 13th September 2020...
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REVIEW: Lomo Zipped Full Sleeve Changing Robe
When wearing, the changing robe doesn’t seem particularly bulky- it...
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REVIEW: Helikon EDC Side Bag
Gear Review Helikon EDC Side Bag 19th November 2019 Tactical...
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REVIEW: Boreal Ordesa Style Hiking Boot
Review of the Boreal Ordesa Boot for UKHillwalking.com - a...
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REVIEW: TRC Outdoors Cierzo Shirt and Timmy Hat
I have a pile of ‘windshirts’ in my gear room....
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REVIEW: Mountain Equipment Firefly Sleeping Bag
Gear Review Mountain Equipment Firefly Sleeping Bag :: A lightweight...
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REVIEW: Country Innovation Woodlark Waterproof Smock
I’m not going to bury the lede for this review...
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REVIEW: Grayl Ultralight Water Filter
The Grayl Ultralight purifier bottle is a bit of a...
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REVIEW : Helikon-Tex Bushcraft Satchel
The Helikon-Tex Bushcraft Satchel is a rugged, simple and easily-used...
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REVIEW: Country Innovation Raptor Waistcoat
Photography waistcoats like this are basically load-carrying vests and systems...
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REVIEW: Wunderbird Gyrfalcon Hoodie and Kestrel Tee Shirt
A review of the Wunderbird Gyrfalcon hoodie and the Kestrel...
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REVIEW: Sea To Summit Alpha Pot Set 2.2
An honest review of the lightweight, integrated Alpha Pot 2.2...
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REVIEW: Wisport Raccoon 45L Rucksack
Military 1st offered the Wisport Raccoon 45L rucksack to me...
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REVIEW: Olight I1R EOS Key Ring Torch
The first impression is that of dimunitive size and weight...
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REVIEW: MSR WindBurner Group Stove System
An honest review of the MSR WindBurner Group Stove System,...
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REVIEW: Helikon-Tex Classic Army Fleece
The Helikon-Tex Classic Army fleece is absolutely perfect for short...
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REVIEW : First Tactical Tactix 1-Day Plus Bag
Gear Review First Tactical Tactix 1-Day Plus Bag 28th September...
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REVIEW: Therm-A-Rest Questar HD Sleeping Bag
The bag is rated for comfort at 0C, which feels...
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REVIEW: Fjallraven Kaipak 58 Rucksack
Rugged, capable and comfortable – but too heavy? This is...
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REVIEW: Therm-a-Rest Trail King SV Mat
A self-inflating mat that promises comfort without bulk and weight...
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