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Best torch 2020: light up the night with these top LED flashlights and mini torches
Our pick of the best torches for camping, hiking, festivals, walking after dark, and for general everyday use too
By Chris Barnes •
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Best binoculars 2020: for bird watching, star gazing and safari
Whether you're after Swarovski binoculars, Leica or Nikon binoculars, we round up the best for nature spotting, use at sports events, and for star gazing
By Gavin Stoker •
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Best telescopes 2020: get stargazing with these top telescopes for beginners and pros
Take a closer look at the universe with these top scopes from Celestron, Orion and others
By Becca Caddy •
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Best camping knives 2020: thrive in the wild with these compact and tough blades
From cutting a path to peeling vegetables and making emergency repairs, these top quality camping knives truly are a cut above the rest
By Mark Mayne •
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Best outdoor watches 2020: rugged timepieces for adventurers
Find the best watch to wear surfing, diving, hiking or camping from this unique selection of outdoor gems
By Mark Mayne •
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The best tennis racquet 2020: make a racket on the court, whichever way you spell it
Smashing tennis racquets and/or rackets to help you ace your game, set and match
By Sarah Griffiths •
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Best life jackets 2020: for sailing, SUPing, kayaking and more
Get every member of the family covered in the event of an overboarding
By Carys Lowry-Carter •
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Best canoes 2020: for holidays, hobbies and weekend trips
Fish, photograph, wildlife-watch, or simply paddle to your heart’s content in one of our top-pick canoes
By Carys Lowry-Carter •
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Best hiking GPS 2020: never get lost again
Fog? Featureless landscape? Terrible navigating skills? Not to worry – the best GPS will see you right whether hiking, trekking or mountaineering
By Carys Lowry-Carter •
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The best beginners’ paddle boards 2020: affordable SUP boards to get started with
Be a picture of grace and serenity out on the water – well, until you fall in – with our best paddleboards for beginners
By Carys Lowry-Carter •
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Best camping cooler 2020: keep drinks and snacks ice cold and super-fresh
These top camping coolboxes, including Yeti coolers and Igloo coolers, are also ideal for festivals and hot summer days at the beach
By Claire Davies •
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The best camping tables 2020: from picnic tables to convenient foldaways
Eat and entertain in style on the campsite with our pick of the best camping tables for prepping food, dining outdoors and simply enjoying the slow life
By Tamara Hinson •
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Best camping mats 2020: perfect for mountaineering and backpacking too
From self inflating camping mats to the humble camping roll mat, rest assured there's one here to help you sleep and relax when camping, mountaineering or backpacking
By Mark Mayne •
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Best pop up tent 2020: instant tents for the beach, camping and festivals
These pop up tents for the beach, campsite and festivals are cheap and easy to pitch
By Mark Mayne •
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8 best backpacking tents 2020: travel light on your big outdoors adventure
Need a compact, storm-proof and lightweight tent? We got 'em! Actually, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at what these best backpacking tents can do...
By Carys Lowry-Carter •
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Best camping beds 2020: comfy camp beds to help you sleep well outdoors
Camping is far more enjoyable when you sleep better at night, and these top camping beds will boost your snooze no end
By Mark Mayne •
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Best snowboard 2020: from kids and beginners to big mountain shredders
Hitting the slopes this winter? We've got seven of the best snowboards for every type of rider, whether you're just getting started or you're chasing big air
By Tamara Hinson •
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Best camping stoves 2020: cook up a feast in the great outdoors
Whether you're camping with friends or family or enjoying a solo trek, pack a top camping stove to cook, grill, boil and toast on site
By Mark Mayne •
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Best GoPro accessories 2020: how to get the most out of your action camera
Elevate your action photography game with our round-up of top GoPro accessories for filming yourself surfing, mountain biking and more
By Chris Barnes •
