Latest articles by Alex Foxfield
Our expert reveals 7 reasons you need a camping stove for your backpacking escapades and car camping vacations
It’s time to update your camping kit for fall and its colder, more challenging conditions, here are my expert tips on what to change
We head out into the backcountry in the Fjällräven Vidda Pro Trousers, pants that boast great looks and top durability but are a little restrictive for our tester’s liking
We take Montane’s adventure-ready Trailblazer XT25L Backpack into the mountains to test its backcountry credentials
Featuring recycled materials and designed with the circular economy in mind, we test the Nemo Forte Endless Promise Men’s Synthetic Sleeping Bag in the backcountry
When it comes to choosing climbing shoes, the choice is overwhelming: here’s our expert guide to getting hold of the right pair
We asked one of our hiking experts to explain the reasons you need a compass: from the rewards of backcountry navigation to its safety benefits
It’s time to update your hiking kit for fall - get our expert tips on what to consider and what to pack
We get our eye in with the Nocs Provisions Field Tube 8x32 monocular to see how its compact optics enhance our backcountry nature watching
We consider whether butane or propane is best, to help you understand the differences and choose the optimum stove for your adventures
Known for its quality and sustainability, Patagonia is one of the world’s most successful outdoor brands – but why is their kit so expensive?
We've tested the best fleece jackets to pinpoint the warmest, lightest and most eco-friendly options for your needs
The best just got better, or warmer at least: our camping expert reviews the Nemo Tensor Extreme Conditions Ultralight Insulated Regular Wide Sleeping Pad
We head for the hills in Rab’s Firewall Light Waterproof Jacket, a lightweight outer shell designed for hillwalking that features the British brand’s Proflex membrane
Reservoirs are often signposted as being particularly dangerous for wild swimming, but the truth of the matter may be a little murkier than that
It’s Patagonia vs Columbia: we put the two American outdoor behemoths up against each other, taking a look at their origins, kit and ethos
The best headlamps illuminate your campsite nights, predawn summit raids and backcountry expeditions
Our pick of the best navigation apps for route planning, nav during adventures, sharing experiences and inspiration
We take a look at different types of compass and consider which are best suited to activities like trail running, day hikes and longer treks
Jake Catterall, a British ultra runner, ran 2000km on the new official Via Alpina red route in a record time of just 35 days
We consider what kind of mileage you should expect out of your favorite hiking boots, and reveal how to prolong their lifespan
We look into the reasons why The North Face is so expensive, delving into the origins of the world-conquering brand
The two hikers reported missing in Yosemite National Park this weekend have been found safe by Search and Rescue
