Latest articles by Pat Kinsella
The best daypacks: for shorter hikes and casual walks
Our selection of the best daypacks features lightweight backpacks for speedier hikes and walks in the backcountry
Lomo 3mm Wetsuit Booties review: impressive, multipurpose water shoes at an unbelievably low price
These low-cost Lomo 3mm Wetsuit Booties are no-frills water shoes for three-season-plus coastal capers and paddling adventures in kayaks, canoes, and SUPs
Sea to Summit Flow 35L Dry Pack review: a multi-purpose dry bag that can carry loads, inside and out
The highly featured and very versatile Sea to Summit Flow 35L Dry Pack is a 100%-waterproof day pack or weekend-adventure bag offering exceptional carry capacity
Red Original Waterproof Backpack 30L review: a daypack for all seasons and activities
The large and versatile Red Original Waterproof Backpack 30L is a daypack made from recycled materials, ideal for wet walks, cycling, coasteering and more
Merrell Agility Peak 5 trail running shoes review: for optimal performance on technical mountain terrain
High-performing and technically advanced, the Merrell Agility Peak 5 is a very versatile shoe, ideal for pounding peaks or simply scampering around your local trails
Columbia Men’s Silver Ridge Utility Convertible Pants review: the long of the short of it is they’re good but not great
Versatile, recycled and lightweight, Columbia Men’s Silver Ridge Utility Convertible Pants can quickly be transformed from long trousers to shorts
Artilect Halfmoon Bio Pullover review: versatile, super-functional and very eco-friendly
A recyclable, mid-weight fleece top, the Artilect Halfmoon Bio Pullover is ideal for use as an outer layer in fall and spring, and a mid layer through winter
Klattermusen Misty 2.0 hiking pants review: comfy, super-flexible and very tough-wearing
These sensational softshell Klattermusen Misty 2.0 hiking trousers are made from mostly recycled, windproof material for rambling, scrambling and climbing
Vivobarefoot Magna Lite SG hiking boot review: superb trail feel with few compromises
The lightweight and minimalist Vivobarefoot Magna Lite SGs are walking boots for tactile hikers who like to really think about each foot placement
Columbia Silver Ridge shirt review: as smart as it is functional
The cool-to-wear, well-featured Columbia Silver Ridge is a chequered men’s hiking shirt for walking in warm weather
Rockay Accelerate Performance Socks review: comfortable, supportive and ethical
These excellent, high-performing ankle-length Rockay Accelerate Performance Socks are superbly supportive, well featured and ethically made with recycled materials
EDZ 135gsm T-shirt review: high-performing, odor-combatting running and hiking top
A full-merino hiking top, the EDZ 135gsm T-shirt is a joy to wear on and off the trails
Helly Hansen Odin 9 Worlds 2.0 Outdoor Shell Jacket review: seriously heavy-duty weather protection
A three-layer, professional-grade waterproof coat, the Helly Hansen Odin 9 Worlds 2.0 Outdoor Shell Jacket is capable of keeping out the very worst weather
Helly Hansen Daybreaker Half-Zip Fleece Pullover review: a masterpiece of highly functional simplicity
Versatile, lightweight and 100% recycled, the Helly Hansen Daybreaker Half-Zip Fleece can be worn all year as a warm outer layer or insulating mid layer
Dynafit Ultra Evo sunglasses review: excellent performance from some statement shades
The ultra lightweight Dynafit Ultra Evo sunglasses are wraparounds with protective high-contrast visor-style lenses, for runners comfortable with a bold look
inov-8 Train Lite 9” Short review: judge them not by their size
These minimal inov-8 Train Lite 9” Shorts seem unsure about whether they’re intended for running or walking, but they’re good for both in the summer months
Swiftwick Flite XT Zero Tab trail running socks review: your feet will thank you (though your wallet may not)
These minimalist-looking Swiftwick Flite XT Zero Tabs are highly supportive little socks for scampering around trails in summer
BACX Performance Fuel review: tasty and effective
Completely plant-based and synthetic-nonsense-free, BACX Performance Fuel is an energy-packed syrup for before and during exercise
Therm-a-Rest Air Head Lite camping pillow review: inflatable head rests don’t come much better
Available in two sizes, the funky Therm-a-Rest Air Head Lite is an inflatable noggin cushion that’s comfortable, lightweight and packs down tiny
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT Sleeping Pad review: simply the best mat for multi-day adventures
The Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT Sleeping Pad is arguably the most advanced, comfiest, quietest and highest-performing ultralight all-season sleeping mat on the market
The best hiking shorts: tested and rated for summer adventures
In a pair of the best hiking shorts, warm weather walking escapades are a breeze, allowing you to stride free
The best sleeping pads: comfy mats for all camping trips
Portable and lightweight, these are the best sleeping pads for backcountry escapades and camping vacations
The best camping pillows: tested for comfort in the backcountry
Our pick of the best camping pillows, from inflatable backpacking cushions to comfy foam pillows for car camping
