Active-Traveller - outdoor gear and kit reviews
Independent Gear reviews for travel and active outdoors equipment for walking, hiking, cycling, camping, adventure and general travel including jackets, walking boots, backpacks, GPS, base layers, mid layers, bikes, camping, climbing, walking
Your sleeping bag choice will depend on the time of year that you intend to use it, but if you’re in the market for a lightweight three season option then the Alpkit Pipedream 400 might just tick all the right boxes.
The La Sportiva TX4 Mid W is a lightweight and super comfortable approach-style boot for rapid mountain adventures and scrambling.
Could the Kaon be our new go-to active mid-layer? Check out the review to find out more.
Salomon's Quest 4D 3 GTX is rightly a bestselling boot for trekking and backpacking, find out why in our review.
Can Fjallraven bring class, style and build quality to travel clothing? Find out more in our review.
We review the Merino 200 Long Sleeve Zip Neck from relative newcomers, Isobaa; does it perform in the UK winter as well as on the piste?
A travellers' sun hat is a highly personal item, and one that can be tricky to find; our review of the Amazonas Wide Brim Tarp Hat may just end your search
Weatherproof and comfortable, Keen's new Terradora II is a versatile, wear-anywhere hiking boot
Berghaus make great walking boots and often for very reasonable prices, the Expeditor Ridge 2.0 on test is a prime example of this tried and tested formula.
Montane’s Terra and Super Terra Pants have become a familiar sight on UK hills and rightly so, read the review to find out why.
We put the versatile Altus 42:47 backpack from Lowe Alpine to the test on the trails, it's one of our favourite packs of the moment, find out why.
The Singi Winter Jacket is a classic example of the Fjällräven brand, which is known for its high quality products, combining traditional looking materials with retro styling.
Fjern's Orkan shell may just be our favourite new waterproof jacket, find out why.
We test Oboz' burly Firebrand II shoes to see if great build quality translates to a great walking experience.
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