Rich Owen has been frantically riding mountain bikes since the early 90s and is a former editor of What Mountain Bike magazine. He’s also a surfer with over 20 years’ experience and lives near North Devon’s best beach breaks.
Rich Owen
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Canyon's Torque range gets a redesign and it's great news for park shredders and all-mountain riders alike
The new 2022 Torque offers three different wheel size options to help make it one of the most versatile ride-anything bikes available
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Portofino 10ft inflatable stand up paddle board review: a top choice for novice SUPers
The Portofino 10ft inflatable stand up paddle board lets you take to the water without spending a fortune. Read on for our full review
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Vans Surf Boot 2 Hi V review: fantastic cold water surf boots
Vans fans will go nuts for the seriously cool looking Vans Surf Boot 2 Hi V wetsuit boots, and they perform brilliantly too
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Which is the best GoPro? We compare the different options
Do you need the very best GoPro on the market, or will an older cam suit your needs? Here's your guide to the differences between the models
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Best beginner surfboard 2022: quickly progress your surfing with these great novice boards
The best beginner surfboard will help you go from kook to serious ripper
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Pyzel Phantom review: an incredibly user-friendly, high performance shortboard
We check out the Pyzel Phantom, a superb daily driver that’s completely at home in a wide range of wave conditions
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Mistral Adventure stand up paddle board review: a robustly-made all-rounder
The Mistral 11'5 Adventure paddle board is suitable for a wide range of conditions, from river exploration to coastal cruising. Here's our review…
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Olfi one.five Black review: this budget action camera offers superb value for money
With a fairly modest price-tag, can the Olfi one.five Black action camera deliver the goods in a very crowded marketplace?
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Picture Organic Equation 3/2 FZ review: a flexible, warm and eco-friendly wetsuit
If you're looking for a new summer wetsuit, the Picture Organic Equation is one of the greenest around and doesn't compromise on performance
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Best action camera 2022: rugged, feature-rich cams for adventure lovers
Your guide to the best action cameras to capture your adventures from GoPro, DJI, Insta360 and more
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O'Neill Hyperfreak wetsuit review: the stretchiest, comfiest wetsuit around
Outstanding levels of flex makes the O'Neill Hyperfreak one of the best high-performance wetsuits on the market. Here's our review of the 5/4+ version
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Lost X MR California Twin surfboard review: one of the best modern fish around
A redesigned Mark Richards classic, the Lost X MR California Twin board works just as well for average Joes as it does for serious rippers
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GoPro HERO 7 White: can it still cut it in 2021?
Should you buy the ageing, no-frills GoPro HERO 7 White, or is a modern budget camera a better option?
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OCLU action camera review: a top choice for action sports
With a highly competitive price tag and a slightly unconventional design, is the OCLU action camera a worthy competitor to GoPro's HEROs? Here's our review
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Eachine E58 Pro drone review: decent value, but not the easiest to fly
Aimed at drone pilots on a budget, does the Eachine E58 Pro have what it takes to better its more expensive rivals?
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Ryze Tello vs Eachine E58 Pro: the leading toy drone takes on a value rival
The five-star rated Ryze Tello faces off against the newer Eachine E58 Pro – which drone is the better buy?
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Potensic Elfin vs Eachine E58 Pro: two top inexpensive drones battle it out
We compare two toy drones – the Potensic Elfin and Eachine E58 Pro – to help you pick the best one for you
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How to buy a toy drone: what to look for and what to avoid
Looking to take to the skies with a drone? A less expensive ‘toy’ model is the perfect way to start. Here’s all you need to know
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Ryze Tello vs Potensic Elfin: two of the best toy drones around go head-to-head
We pit the highly regarded Ryze Tello against the Potensic Elfin. But which one will emerge as the winner?
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Potensic Elfin drone review: great aerial abilities but a bog-standard camera
On paper, the Elfin has what it takes to challenge to leading toy drone, but how does it fare in testing though? We put it through its paces
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What can (and can't) you do with a GoPro?
GoPro action cameras are powerful tools in tough little packages. We all know about their video shooting skills, but what else can you do with them?
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GoPro HERO 7 Black vs GoPro HERO 7 Silver: which budget action cam is right for you?
The GoPro HERO 7 series has been around for a while and prices have dropped, but which one should bargain hunters choose – Black or Silver?
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Ryze Tello drone review: precise moves and incredible stability
It's been around a few years, but the Ryze Tello toy drone is still a cut above the competition. Here's our full review
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Potensic A20 Mini Drone review: a tiny toy drone for young pilots
Robust and easy to fly, the Potensic A20 Mini Drone is great kid-friendly toy drone. Here's our review
