outdoors
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What's breathability: Understanding breathability ratings of fabrics
Manufacturers throw around all kinds of breathability numbers, figures and facts, but what do they all mean?
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Helly Hansen Skagen Offshore Sailing Jacket review: amazing waterproof jacket for boating
I stress-tested this jacket on a violently pitching sea during a storm, and it kept me bone dry
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Is this exoskeleton the equivalent of an e-bike for runners, scramblers and ramblers?
The Hypershell Omega combines electronics, robotics and AI to provide runners and hikers with 1-horsepower of smart assistance across all kinds of terrain
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WAU X Plus review: brilliant e-bike with big riding range and funky features
Fully charged, the charismatic WAU X Plus e-bike will give you up to 100 miles of power-assisted riding
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Could this heat mat mean you never get cold in bed while camping again?
The Vango Radiate Heat Mat is like an electric blanket for your sleeping bag – we put one to the test in subzero temps to see if it works
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Decathlon used me as a crash test dummy to prove how waterproof their tents are
I went all the way to Passy in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, just to huddle in a tent getting sprayed with water… and it was totally worth it
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International e-bike racing series announced
Featuring high-speed e-bikes, the new FIM EBK World Cup will be staged in cities around the planet, including London
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Ticks – everything you need to know when camping, hiking, biking and trail running
How to avoid ticks, how to remove ticks, and how to prevent fear of ticks stopping you from enjoying the outdoors
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Rab Latok Mountain GTX Pro Jacket review: Versatile all-weather hard shell
The Rab Latok Mountain works well for year-round hiking, hillwalking and scrambling
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Sea to Summit Ascent ACI Down Sleeping Bag review: Versatile, packable all-rounder
Stay cosy across in the Sea to Summit Ascent I, which zips open into a quilt or can be cinched up to offer the warmth of down
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‘The Boy in the Tent’ comes inside after camping for three years
Teenager finishes epic campout at a festival after raising a fortune for charity
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Insta360 X3 review: An all-round winner of a 360° action camera
The best small 360° action cam on the market
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Unistellar eVscope eQuinox II review: Brilliant smartphone-controlled telescope
No eyepiece, no complicated set-up, just great images sent straight to your smartphone
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How to stay dry outdoors: Understanding the hydrostatic head (HH) rating of your jacket and tent
Wet weather walking can be fun, but not if you get soaked to the skin – understanding how waterproofing works can change your experience
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Canyon release fantastic fleet of new e-bikes
German bike brand launch new range of e-hybrid steeds for use on trails, streets and touring adventures
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Lowa Tibet GTX boot review: Honest and reliable workhorse
The Lowa Tibet GTX boot is a classic all-season leather hiking, hillwalking and backpacking boot that works well for year-round use
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inov-8’s ‘dirty double’ upgrade sees the British brand’s best hiking boots get a facelift
inov-8 have just made big improvements to their two top-performing hiking boots
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Mammut Taiss HS waterproof jacket: a well-rounded mountain shell
A great do-it-all, mountain-ready waterproof jacket with a full complement of technical features and a price tag that undercuts many premium rivals
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You’ll never walk alone - Nepal bans tourists from trekking without guides
Independent hikes to be banned in all Nepal's national parks from 1 April
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