Latest articles by Alex Foxfield
Where are the best places to see the Aurora Borealis?
Our guide to the most spectacular places to see the ethereally beautiful Aurora Borealis, from North America to Scandinavia
What is the Aurora Borealis? Our guide to the magical phenomenon
We explain what causes the enchanting Aurora Borealis and guide you on how you can get to see the famous Northern Lights
7 reasons you need a survival shelter: the ultimate safety net
We reveal 7 reasons why you need a survival shelter for your outdoor adventures, whether you’re heading into the backcountry with family, friends or clients
Salomon Bonatti Trail Jacket review: a runner's softshell for the mountains
We take to the hills in Salomon’s Bonatti Trail jacket to see how it copes with long runs and hikes in the often inclement British weather
Aku Slope V-Light GTX: Aku’s historic Slope hiking boot gets a sustainable makeover
We take to the jagged, soaring peaks of the Dolomites in Aku’s revamped classic, the Slope V-Light GTX
Do you need a camping axe? What are the responsible uses of the tool?
We consider whether or not you need a camping axe when heading into the backcountry and look through the leave no trace lens at how you can use one responsibly
Do you need a camping stove? Our guide to when a portable cooking unit is vital
Our expert considers the times when you don’t need a camping stove, as well as the situations where they’re essential
Are water shoes good for hiking? Can you go from sea to summit in the same pair?
We consider whether or not water shoes are good for hiking, revealing the products that we think tick the boxes when it comes to different kinds of walks
How do binoculars work? We reveal the magic of magnification
We focus in on how binoculars work, bringing clarity to the role of lenses, prisms and eyepieces
ThruDark Oryon Delta Long Sleeve T-Shirt review: a highly breathable base layer boasting advanced fabric tech
We hit the heights in ThruDark’s Oryon Delta Long Sleeve T-Shirt, a premium base layer featuring Polartec’s innovative Delta fabric
How to tie hiking boots: top tips for increased foot comfort on the trails
Don’t tie yourself in knots trying to find the right fit for the trails, our guide on how to tie hiking boots is here to help
What makes Mount Baldy so dangerous?
After two fatalities in January, including Julian Sands, a British actor, we ask what makes Mount Baldy so dangerous and consider how to mitigate the risk when climbing it
Osprey UNTLD AirScape 68 review: a futuristic backpack that feels a little out of this world
With a simply dazzling array of features, innovations and world-class materials, we were stoked to put Osprey’s ambitious UNTLD AirScape 68 to the test
Páramo Bentu Windproof Jacket review: an intriguing alternative to a hiker's hard-shell
It’s up into the mountains we go to test the Páramo Bentu Windproof Jacket to see how it fares against tough conditions
The joys of solo camping: why heading out alone to sleep in the wild is hard to beat
A look into the joys of solo camping and what it is that makes lone expeditions into the backcountry such rewarding experiences
Osprey Hikelite 26 review: an unfussy, highly useable daypack for the trails and the streets
We shoulder Osprey’s Hikelite 26 and head for the hills to put this quintessential daypack to the test
Can you rely on budget hiking boots?
We consider if you can rely on budget hiking boots and advise on when it’s okay to spend a little less and when you really need to splash the cash
Osprey Manta 24 review: a versatile hydration daypack for serious adventurers
We get technical with Osprey’s Manta 24, a fully featured daypack that offers plenty of adventure potential
Osprey Kestrel 38 review: a versatile workhorse for hiking adventures
We venture into the mountains with Osprey’s Kestrel 38, one of the latest versions of this much-loved and fully-featured hiking backpack
Zip wire proposal rejected in Lake District for fear of attracting wrong 'type of audience'
Committee votes to reject the plans for an underground zip wire after plans are slammed by international heritage body
Leki Makalu FX Carbon trekking poles review: foldable marvels for wild trails
Heavy pack? Check. Sturdy footwear? Check. Supportive poles? Check. We venture into the high places with Leki’s Makalu FX Carbon trekking poles
