Ruffwear Aira rain jacket
Neil Braidwood find this new waterproof jacket a great fit – for a dog. Our Springer Spaniel Ruby doesn't stay clean and dry on walks in the country or in…
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04/12/2018
ThermoNet Buff
The versatile head/neck/face warmer gets even better. We all know Buffs. They’re everywhere. Easy to carry, slip on, slip off. Wear it your way – round your neck or round…
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28/10/2018
MSR Freelite 2 lightweight tent
Compact tent ideal for backpacking. MSR (Mountain Safety Research) has been around since the sixties, when it was just a simple newsletter promoting safety in the hills. Today the company…
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29/09/2018
Lifeventure Thermolite Stretch Liner
Lightweight sleeping bag liner can be used on its own in warmer weather. Sleeping bag liners are often overlooked by many wild campers – it’s something else to carry, and…
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30/08/2018
Primetech stove set 1.3l
Recently upgraded integrated cookware from Swedish stalwart doesn’t disappoint. I am a big fan of the Primus range. The quality is always superb, and everything is cleverly thought out. This…
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15/07/2018
Inov-8 Roclite 315 GTX trail running shoes
These robust classic trail shoes have become a new winter favourite with Neil Braidwood I confess. I hated cross-country running at school, bunking off to my mate Richard’s house whenever…
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18/03/2018
6 of the best: cookware
You’ve put the tent up, you’re tired and hungry, and now you want your cookware to perform. Neil Braidwood lifts the lid on some smart sets. Sea to Summit XPot…
18/11/2017
Terra Nova Blizzard 2 tent
Lightweight year round tunnel tent with loads of features. Three pre-shaped colour-coded alloy poles slot into the correct colour sleeves on the Stormtex flysheet. The inner tent is already attached,…
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18/11/2017
Suunto Traverse watch
Hikers and runners will love this feature rich sports watch. Finnish company Suunto have been making navigational devices since the 1930s. In fact, the word ‘Suunto’ is Finnish for direction.…
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18/11/2017
Outdoor provisions
Instant camp food has come a long way. I add hot water and give my verdict on what’s available just now Wayfayrer FoodsChilli con carneThis is a well established large…
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17/11/2017