outdoors

The backstory to Patagonia’s ‘billionaire’ owner giving away his company

Outdoor enthusiast-come-reluctant-tycoon Yvon Chouinard has put his money where his mouth has long been, dedicating all future Patagonia profits the health of Planet Earth. Why?

By Pat Kinsella Published 17 September 22

Operable via a phone app, the WAHU shoe can pneumatically elevate the wearer

Could these anti-gravity, AI-equipped, pneumatically-powered smart shoes be the hiking and running equivalent of an e-bike?

Italian tech company WAHU have developed a new hover shoe incorporating AI and robotic tech that could have you floating on air for up to 14 hours

By Pat Kinsella Published 11 September 22

GoalZero Lighthouse Mini Lantern Review: Tripping the light fantastic

Mobile lighting is an outdoor essential, and the camping lantern adds a touch of class, as well as hands-free illumination - ideal for everything from cooking to playing cards.

By Mark Mayne Published 7 September 22

Best telescope for beginners: Celestron AstroMaster 102AZ beginner telescope in a garden

Best telescope for beginners 2023: 'scopes for amateur astronomers

Reach for the stars without encountering a steep learning curve or an astronomical price tag, with one of the best beginner telescopes

By Gavin Stoker Last updated 4 July 23

Best telescope for stargazing: telescope and nightsky

Best telescope for stargazing 2023: explore space from home

Find the best telescopes available for gazing at galaxies, for all budgets and experience levels

By Gavin Stoker Last updated 21 September 23

Coleman 360 Light and Sound Lantern review: let there be light…and some banging tunes

The brilliantly bright 360 Light and Sound Lantern from Coleman illuminates and livens up any camping set up or outdoor shindig

By Pat Kinsella Published 4 September 22

The Coleman’s Castle Pines 4L BlackOut Tent

Coleman’s Castle Pines 4L BlackOut Tent review: a spacious car camping tent for families of four

Throw the family in the car and head into the sticks for a few days of alfresco adventures, using this uncomplicated and roomy tunnel tent as a big basecamp

By Pat Kinsella Last updated 27 September 22

Best women's walking shoes: two women descending on rocky terrain

Best women's walking shoes 2023: versatile footwear for the trails

We review the best walking shoes for women, from Merrell, Scarpa, Salomon and more

By Sian Lewis Last updated 11 August 23

Best hiking backpacks: Group of hikers setting up camp on the mountainside

Best hiking backpacks 2023: roomy, robust rucksacks for your next adventure

The best hiking backpacks, including lightweight day packs and big, tough bags for longer adventures

By Mark Mayne Last updated 17 July 23

best walking trousers: Man walking up the mountain wearing hiking gear

Best walking trousers 2023: flexible hiking pants for men and women

We round up the best walking trousers for men and women, to keep you comfortable and protected on your adventures

By Matt Kollat Last updated 31 July 23

best beginner surfboard: Pictured hee, Surfer wiping out

Best beginner surfboard 2023: brilliant novice boards

The best beginner surfboard will help you go from kook to serious ripper

By Rich Owen Last updated 7 June 23

Yeti Hopper Flip soft cool bag outdoors on a wall

Yeti's new high-end cool bags will save you from the summer heat

The Hopper Flip range is super tough and comes with some serious chilling power

By Ruth Hamilton Published 20 August 22

LARQ Bottle PureVis review

The self-cleaning LARQ Bottle PureVis makes musty-tasting water a thing of the past. Here's our review

By Joanna Ebsworth Published 19 August 22

Woman wearing Paramo Velez waterproof jacket, with harbour in the background

Paramo Velez waterproof jacket review

The Paramo Velez doesn't feel like any waterproof we've ever tried – so how does this unusual fabric perform in the great outdoors? Here's our review

By Ruth Hamilton Published 17 August 22

Advnture Awards celebrate outstanding outdoors gear – check out the winners now

The 2022 awards winners have just been announced

By Ruth Hamilton Published 17 August 22

DJI Pocket 2 review

Class-leading stabilisation makes the DJI Pocket 2 the ultimate ultra-portable vlogging camera. Here's our review

By Sam Kieldsen Published 17 August 22

Kelty Waypoint Si Sleeping pad review

The Kelty Waypoint Si Sleeping pad is designed for supreme comfort while camping. Does it deliver? Here's our review

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated 17 August 22

Check out the incredible footage captured when a lion stole a GoPro

Not many cameras could withstand such a close encounter with a big cat

By Ruth Hamilton Published 12 August 22

Vango Rome II Air 550XL tent review

Get the gang together for a camping holiday in the Vango Rome II Air 550XL tent, an inflatable tent with plenty of living space for four to share

By Sian Lewis Last updated 14 August 22

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