
Kieran Cunningham
Former Advnture editor Kieran is a climber, mountaineer, and author who divides his time between the Italian Alps, the US, and his native Scotland.
He has climbed a handful of 6000ers in the Himalayas, 4000ers in the Alps, 14ers in the US, and loves nothing more than a good long-distance wander in the wilderness. He climbs when he should be writing, writes when he should be sleeping, has fun always.
Kieran is the author of 'Climbing the Walls', an exploration of the mental health benefits of climbing, mountaineering, and the great outdoors.
Latest articles by Kieran Cunningham

Breathability ratings explained
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
Breathability ratings are a key metric to consider in your pursuit of the perfect waterproof garments. In this post, we explain how they work

What is bluesign?
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
With more and more brands featuring the logo on their products, many outdoors-goers are beginning to ask “what is bluesign?” In this post, we reveal all you need to know

How to choose a GPS device for hiking
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
Our guide on how to choose a GPS device for hiking provides all the info you need to find the best option for your budget and adventure type

How to stay warm in a tent: 19 tips for those chilly spring mornings and autumn evenings
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
Our top tips on how to stay warm in a tent will transform your chilly evening shelter into a pod of comfort and coziness

Why do so many people die at Angel's Landing?
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
After 14 deaths in 20 years, we ask why so many people die at Angels Landing, the "bucket list" hiking trail in Utah's Zion National Park

Types of sleeping bag: which shape will give you the warmest, coziest sleeps?
By Kieran Cunningham published
We consider the many types of sleeping bag and recommend their best use based on their advantages, quirks and features

How to stay cool while camping: 10 tips to beat the heat when camping in summer
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
Our 10 tips on how to stay cool while camping will let you carry on enjoying your nights under the canvas even when the mercury’s through the roof

9 reasons you need a camping lantern on your outdoor adventures
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
Why car campers and backcountry adventurers should consider adding the oft-overlooked camping lantern to their kit

How to triangulate: to find your location in any terrain
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
Learning how to triangulate is vital for safe and efficient backcountry navigation. Our simple, step-by-step guide shows you how it’s done

Average hiking speed: how to calculate it and why it’s important for hikers and backpackers
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
Learn why knowing your average hiking speed is important and how to calculate it using Naismith’s Rule and other methods

How to choose hiking pants: advice on finding the perfect pants for any outdoor adventure
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
Don’t know how to choose hiking pants for your adventure type? Our guide has you covered, offering tips on everything from sizing to sun protection

What is 'scrambling' in hiking?
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
In this post, we answer the question “what is scrambling?” and provide further insights into how scrambling compares to regular hiking, climbing, and mountaineering

What to wear hiking: shorts or pants?
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
Hiking shorts or pants? Our guide will help you decide on the best option for your adventures

How to choose a rain jacket for hiking adventures in the wet
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
Wondering how to choose a rain jacket for hiking? Our straightforward guide will help you find the ideal match for your budget and chosen activity

Hiking etiquette: dos and don'ts in hiking
By Kieran Cunningham published
Brush up on your hiking etiquette before you hit the trail to help protect yourself, other trail users, local wildlife and the environment

How to make coffee when camping
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
Our guide on how to make coffee when camping reveals 10 ways to get your fix of the brown elixir of life no matter how far from home you stray on your adventures

How to stop condensation in a tent
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
Our guide on how to stop condensation in a tent will help keep your tent in good condition and make your sleeps a whole lot less soggy

What is a tent footprint? (And why you need one!)
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
A tent footprint is an accessory that can be worth its weight in gold on cold and wet camping trips. In this post, we explain why this multi-tasking marvel is something every camper should have in their kit

How to store a sleeping bag: maximize your bag’s performance and its lifespan
By Kieran Cunningham published
Knowing how to store a sleeping bag properly will help you keep your bag in tip top condition, increase its lifespan and ensure it doesn’t let you down during your camping trips

What is Merino wool? An introductory guide to the wonder fabric of the outdoor clothing industry
By Kieran Cunningham published
We answer the question: what is Merino wool? We look at how merino has become the crème de la crème of of base layer fabrics

How to use bear spray: our easy-to-follow guide to storing, carrying, and using this vital hiking safety tool
By Kieran Cunningham published
The knowledge of how to use bear spray will give you the best chance of avoiding an unpleasant encounter with an unfriendly ursine unscathed

How to clean a hammock
By Kieran Cunningham published
A step-by-step guide on how to clean a hammock safely both by hand and in a machine

What are taped seams – and are they important?
By Kieran Cunningham published
An explainer on one of the most important features in any piece of waterproof gear
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