Latest articles by Craig Taylor
Robens Pioneer 4EX tent review: an ideal family tent for comfortable nights in the outdoors
Affordable, simple to pitch and offering tons of room for the whole family, the Robens Pioneer 4EX is a great option for group wildcamps or family camping holidays
Can you cook inside a tent safely?
Everything you need to know about cooking safely inside a tent so that you don’t end up with the wrong kind of campfire
What is a trekking pole tent?
Trekking pole tents are quickly becoming one of the most popular styles of camping shelter out there. But what are they? And why should you care?
Types of tent fabric: what to look for in a shelter
A guide to understanding the different types of tent fabrics out there – what are the material benefits?
Scarpa Mescalito TRK Pro GTX review: an ideal hiking boot for true four-season adventures
The all-new Scarpa Mescalito TRK Pro GTX are comfortable, solid, crampon-compatible hiking boots that deliver impressive year-round performance. Could this be the most versatile boot on the market right now?
Wild Country Helm Compact 1 tent review: an amazing all-rounder for 1-person, 3-season camping
The Wild Country Helm Compact 1 is a well-designed and comfortable tent that does an incredible job for the price
The North Face Summit Series Pumori Down Parka review: a down jacket as lofty as it is expensive
The Summit Series Pumori Down Parka is The North Face's flagship mountaineering jacket, suitable for warming you up in the coldest places. But is it worth the high price tag?
The North Face Summit Torre Egger Futurelight Jacket review: hardshell performance with a shoftshell feel
A remarkably flexible and comfortable jacket, the North Face Summit Torre Egger Futurelight is ideal for tackling the worst conditions in the mountains
Therm-a-Rest Parsec 0F/-18C Sleeping Bag review: a cozy bag that makes you excited about sleeping in the cold
The Therm-a-Rest Parsec 0F/-18C offers unrivalled warmth to weight, promising to keep you warm and cozy in temperatures down to around -10° C/14° F
The best 4-season sleeping bags 2024: cozy bags for year round camping
Our selection of the best 4-season sleeping bags will keep you safe and toasty while camping, no matter how low the mercury
The best four-season tents 2024: backpacking shelters to protect you all year
Committed campers need a four-season tent designed and built to cope with any conditions. Here’s our roundup of the best available right now
Decathlon Forclaz MT900 Tunnel Tent review: judge me not by my size (or price)
Lightweight, small and easy to pitch, the Forclaz MT900 Tunnel Tent performs excellently in the wind and rain, especially considering its budget price tag
Nortent Lavvo 4 tent review: spacious and strong protection against the worst weather
The Nortent Lavvo 4 is a versatile, solid and stunning shelter that excels in wet, windy and freezing conditions
Nortent Gamme 4 Tent review: a fortress against the worst the weather can throw at you
The Nortent Gamme 4 is a heavy-duty fortress that will keep you safe in conditions way worse than most of us would ever consider camping in
What is ‘packed size’ when it comes to outdoor gear?
Whenever you’re shopping for a piece of outdoor gear, its ‘packed size’ is something you’ll need to be aware of. Here’s what it means
What exactly is a tent bathtub?
Find out just what people mean when they refer to a tent’s bathtub floor, and why this small design detail can make a huge difference to your trip
Silk sleeping bag liners – are they worth it?
Silk sleeping bag liners sound luxurious but do they offer any real material benefits when it comes to comfort, warmth and practicality to justify their price?
Can you rely on a budget sleeping bag?
Should you try to save money when shopping for your next sleeping bag? Here’s everything you need to know about sleeping comfortably on a budget
Fastpacking essentials: what you do and don’t need
The cut-down kit list: keep your weight down and your speed up on your next fastpacking trip
How light should a tent be for fastpacking?
How much is too much when heading out on a fastpacking weekend? We take a look at the options
Can you rely on a budget sleeping pad?
Want to sleep easy and save money? Here’s what you need to be aware of if you’re looking to buy a budget sleeping pad
How to seam seal a tent
Your definitive guide to seam sealing your tent – in four simple steps
9 camping hacks for easier adventures
Follow these hacks to make your next camping trip easier and more comfortable
