Latest articles by Craig Taylor
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
Nortent Bivuakk review: a deluxe tarp or a stripped-down tent?
The versatile Nortent Bivuakk is a tarp-style shelter that works well in a variety of different configurations and environments.
Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3 tent review: quality construction is all the USP you need
Easy to pitch and simple to carry the Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3 is a great-looking three-person, three-season backpacking tent that ticks a lot of boxes
Can you rely on a budget tent?
Looking to save money on your next tent? Here’s what you need to be aware of if you’re shopping on a budget
How to use a sleeping bag liner
Sleeping bag liners can provide extra comfort, keep your bag clean and give your sleep system a helpful boost in the heat department. Here’s how to use them
How big is a two-person tent?
If you’ve ever tried to share a two-person tent with someone else, you know it’s a struggle. So how much space do you actually get in an average two-person tent?
Mountain Warehouse Backpacker Lightweight 2 Man Tent review: a reliable, durable, budget-friendly shelter
A straightforward backpacking shelter, the Mountain Warehouse Backpacker Lightweight 2 Man Tent comes with some great features for the price
Nortent Vern 1 four-season tent review: really tough but surprisingly lightweight
A very well-thought-out four-season shelter, the Nortent Vern 1 delivers impeccable performance in a huge range of challenging conditions
OEX Leviathan EV 900 sleeping bag review: impressively low comfort rating at an impressively low price
A down-filled four-season sleeping bag, the OEX Leviathan EV 900 promises big things for a comparably low price tag
What I learned from a failed fastpacking trip
The art of not-so-fastpacking, or all of the things I wish I’d known before I committed to running a silly distance with my usual hiking setup on my back
Robens Chaser 1 tent review: one-person tents don’t come much better than this
The lightweight, easy-to-pitch and surprisingly rugged Robens Chaser 1 lends itself to a variety of different sports and adventures
