Outdoors
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Best budget action camera 2021: feature-packed cams with bargain price tags
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Best waterproof jackets 2021: Power through any downpour
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Best hiking boots 2021: Comfy, rugged boots to tackle any trail
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Best inflatable paddle boards 2021: for cruising, touring and surfing
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Best telescope for stargazing 2021: Visit the stars without leaving your home
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Best binoculars 2021: For birdwatching, nature spotting or general exploring
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Best base layer 2021: stay cool and comfortable whatever activity you're doing
Whether you're cycling, hiking or stargazing, one of the best base layers will keep you the right temperature
By Jamie Carter • Last updated
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Finisterre Vela / Bora Bamboo base layer review: soft, comfy and good value... but not for hot weather
The Finisterre Bora (for men) and Vela (for women) base layers are designed as a high-performing, vegan-friendly alternative to Merino wool. Here's our review
By Ruth Hamilton • Last updated
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7 of your most-searched questions about hand warmers answered
What kind of hand warmers are there? Are they safe? And do they actually work? We answer all these questions and more
By Tom May • Last updated
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Chrome Industries Urban Ex Rolltop 2.0 backpack: a waterproof dry bag for city adventures
Stay dry everywhere from the countryside to the commute with Chrome Industries' Urban Ex Rolltop 2.0, a versatile and fully waterproof dry bag backpack
By Sian Lewis • Last updated
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Save up to 55% on women's hiking boots on sale at Backcountry
Discounts on Columbia, Merrell, Sorel and more with savings of up to 55% on select sizes and styles
By Troy Fleming • Last updated
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Airbeds vs camp beds vs sleep mats: what kind of bed should you take camping?
We run through the pros and cons of air beds vs camp beds vs sleep mats, to help you make the right choice for your trip
By Mark Mayne • Last updated
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Hoka One One Anacapa Low Gore-Tex hiking shoe review: big, bouncy mile munchers
Another unusual design from Hoka One One, the Anacapa Low Gore-Tex Hiking Shoe delivers as promised, especially on comfort. Here's our review
By Mark Mayne • Last updated
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Oregon CS300 vs Ryobi 18v ONE+ Cordless Pole Pruner: two cracking cordless chainsaws compared
Which chainsaw is best for your requirements – Oregon's powerhouse trunk slicer or Ryobi's mighty tall branch pruner?
By Derek Adams • Last updated
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Weber Traveler vs Everdure by Heston Blumenthal Force: two great gas barbies you can take on holiday
Which portable gas barbecue is best for the patio, caravan or campsite?
By Derek Adams • Last updated
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Gardena Garden Secateurs B/S-M vs Fiskars Pruner Bypass P57: it's a snipping contest
Which secateurs are the best snippers for your topiary needs?
By Derek Adams • Last updated
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Stihl HSA 56 vs Bosch EasyHedgeCut 45: cordless and electric hedge trimmers go head to head
What's the best option for hedge clipping – cordless or electric?
By Derek Adams • Last updated
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Coros Vertix 2 review (early verdict): serious Garmin Fenix 6 rival with dual-GPS and epic battery life
The Vertix 2 will last twice as long as the Fenix 6 on one charge while also plotting course more accurately thanks to its dual-GPS chip
By Matt Kollat • Last updated
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LifeSaver Liberty purifying water bottle review
A personal and portable water filter for making any water safe while hiking, camping, overlanding and sailing
By Jamie Carter • Last updated
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Garmin Fenix 6 is now even better value thanks to the latest Garmin software update
Garmin adds even more functionality to its Fenix 6 series, Enduro and MARQ watches
By Matt Kollat • Last updated
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Are reusable water bottles hygienic?
Everything you need to know to avoid germs and bacteria and keep safe while you hydrate
By Jamie Carter • Last updated
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The DJI Mini SE is the new budget drone for everyone
Costing less than $300 / AU$500 and weighing under 250g, the DJI Mini SE is a mass-market drone ready to take off
By Mat Gallagher • Last updated
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Cobra H5024V vs Gtech HT 50: a topiary standoff between two mighty cordless hedge trimmers
Cobra's H5024V takes on Gtech's multi-faceted HT 50, but which one snips best?
By Derek Adams • Last updated
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Niwaki Shears vs Burgon & Ball Sophie Conran Hedge Shear: which shears snip the best?
Japanese Samurai tech takes on British design in a top-tier snipping contest
By Derek Adams • Last updated
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Campingaz 3 Series Premium S vs Char-Broil Professional Pro S3: the ultimate gas grill-off
Which mid-priced gas barbecue is best for your patio?
By Derek Adams • Last updated
