
Rosee Woodland
Rosee Woodland developed a taste for adventure at a young age, growing up in a home where camping was the default holiday, and good weather was a vacation bonus rather than a necessity. After bike-packing the length of France in her mid teens with her family, she started to undertake solo forays in her 20s, usually without the benefit of much technical gear at all. Happily, the years she later spent as a mountain biking journalist eventually gave her an appreciation of decent kit! These days she loves a water-based adventure, and is an outdoor swim coach, and a keen free diver. She has a soft spot for Northern Ireland's Mourne mountains, and can also be found hiking and kayaking in Pembrokeshire and the South West of the UK.
Latest articles by Rosee Woodland

Ilona Maher, torrential rain, and underwater dinosaurs: three days in the Lake District with Nemo Equipment
By Rosee Woodland published
We get an advance peak at Nemo's new season gear

Red Alter Evo changing robe review: a high-spec option that winter swimmers will warm to
By Rosee Woodland published
The Red Alter Evo has taken all the good bits of the Red Pro Evo and turned up the dial

Patagonia Torentshell 3L waterproof jacket review: a shell that performs beyond its specs in all but the most torrential of downpours
By Gary Moore last updated
An updated version of a classic design, offering affordability, performance and a very pleasing aesthetic

Zone3 Aspire 2025 wetsuit review: cutting edge tech and an inspired use of sustainable materials make this a top choice for serious open water swimmers
By Rosee Woodland published
Whether you're an open water eventer or a triathlete you'll appreciate the improvements made to this iteration of the Aspire

Zone3 Thermotech changing robe review: a decent alternative to a DryRobe that's lighter than you might expect
By Rosee Woodland last updated
Zone3 has done well to tick all the standard changing robe requirements with this design, while keeping the weight down

Finisterre Nieuwland 2mm Yulex long sleeve swim wetsuit review: a long sleeve, durable, wetsuit alternative with impressively green credentials
By Rosee Woodland published
This swim wetsuit is almost perfect for summer and autumn swims (and seasoned winter dippers), bar one annoying design flaw

Vivobarefoot Primus Trail Flow Mid hiking boots review: an ultra-minimalist fastpacking boot for barefoot veterans
By Rosee Woodland published
If you want an easy on-and-off lightweight boot for dry days, this is a solid choice

The best water shoes 2025: gear up for wild aqua adventures
By Rosee Woodland last updated
Riverbeds, rocks, rapids, reefs, rudders... the best water shoes to protect your feet from blue-space hazards

The best barefoot running shoes 2025: feel connected to the trails and strengthen your stride
By Paul Barton, Dan White last updated
Get the perfect balance between trail feel and comfort with our guide to the best barefoot running shoes

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By Rosee Woodland, Richard Edwards last updated
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Infrared rays, biodegradable neoprene and recycled fabrics - Zone3 launches cutting edge open water swimming range that it claims includes "one of the best wetsuits in the world"
By Rosee Woodland published
Open water swim season is upon us, and Zone3 is making some bold statements about its new wetsuits and changing robes

Vivobarefoot Tracker Forest ESC hiking boots review: a barefoot hiking boot that lives up to the hype
By Rosee Woodland published
With out-of-the-box comfort, excellent durability and superb grip, these boots were a pleasant surprise for our previously cynical tester

"I would rather see less sh*t being pumped into our rivers." As water bosses are fined £123million for pollution failures and questionable pay outs, we look at how AI water monitoring could help wild swimmers stay safer
By Fiona Russell, Charlie Lyon, Rosee Woodland published
The new tech is proving successful in helping swimmers assess the risk of getting sick from bacteria-polluted water but campaigners say it isn't enough

Victory at last! Right to wild camp on Dartmoor saved as Supreme Court rules against landowners in final decision
By Pat Kinsella, Rosee Woodland last updated
We hear from the campaigners who led the fight for the right to roam and sleep out on the moor, and find out where the campaign for better access goes from here

Right now you can save up to 30% in the huge REI Anniversary sale - we've hand-picked some of the best deals on Thule, Nemo, Big Agnes, The North Face, Fjällräven, Garmin, and more
By Will Symons, Rosee Woodland last updated
Sponsored by REI
We've rounded up the biggest and best bargains in REI's deals bonanza - and members can make even greater savings

A lighter sound – Suunto shaves the grams with its new waterproof bone conduction headphones
By Rosee Woodland published
The Suunto Aqua Light headphones can be used on land and in water and tip the scales at barely more than an ounce

Red Equipment EVO Pro changing robe review: a super cozy changing robe with great eco credentials
By Rosee Woodland last updated
An extra-snuggly changing robe with a host of useful features and superb storage

The best changing robes 2025: cocoon yourself post-swim in a protective layer
By Charlie Lyon, Rosee Woodland last updated
The best changing robes will let you discreetly slip out of your wet stuff while helping you stay warm and dry

The most comfortable hiking boots and shoes 2025: lightweight, cushioned hikers for happy feet
By Charlie Lyon, Rosee Woodland published
We bring you the most comfortable hiking boots and shoes for blissful, pain-free miles on the mountain

Voited launches Wearever 3-in-1 winter jacket, with the coverage of a changing robe minus the sleeping bag looks
By Rosee Woodland published
The brand is the latest to appeal to adventurers who've taken to sporting changing robes anywhere but by the water

Finisterre Tego changing robe: A lightweight robe that's packable enough for swim-hikes
By Rosee Woodland published
This changing robe cuts out the bells and whistles but makes up for it in portability and a green approach
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