Craig Taylor
Growing up just south of the glorious Brecon Beacons National Park, Craig spent his childhood walking uphill. As he got older, the hills got bigger, and his passion for spending quality time in the great outdoors only grew - falling in love with wild camping, long-distance hiking, bikepacking and fastpacking. Having recently returned to the UK after almost a decade in Germany, he now focuses on regular micro-adventures in nearby Snowdonia and the Brecon Beacons, as well as frequent trips to the Alps and beyond. You can follow his adventures over on komoot.
Latest articles by Craig Taylor

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Connecting two tents can maximize liveable space and give you a palace to sleep in – even in the great outdoors. But just how do you go about it?

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Water resistant, windproof and a joy to wear, Revolution Race Nordwand Pro hiking pants are excellence at a very reasonable price

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The Zenbivy Ultralight Bed is an innovative sleep system designed to maximize your comfort on the trail

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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

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Everything you need to know about cooking safely inside a tent so that you don’t end up with the wrong kind of campfire

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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?

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A guide to understanding the different types of tent fabrics out there – what are the material benefits?

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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?

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The Wild Country Helm Compact 1 is a well-designed and comfortable tent that does an incredible job for the price

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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?

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A remarkably flexible and comfortable jacket, the North Face Summit Torre Egger Futurelight is ideal for tackling the worst conditions in the mountains

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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

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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

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Lightweight, small and easy to pitch, the Forclaz MT900 Tunnel Tent performs excellently in the wind and rain, especially considering its budget price tag

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The Nortent Lavvo 4 is a versatile, solid and stunning shelter that excels in wet, windy and freezing conditions

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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

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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

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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

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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?

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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

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The cut-down kit list: keep your weight down and your speed up on your next fastpacking trip

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How much is too much when heading out on a fastpacking weekend? We take a look at the options

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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
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