Latest articles by Sian Lewis
Craghoppers CompressLite V Vest review: two light, warm-weather gilets in one
The fully reversible Craghoppers CompressLite V Vest offers two gilet looks for the price of one and is a decent mid layer for warmer weather
Icebreaker Women’s MerinoLoft Helix Vest review: cosy, stretchy and easy to care for
The hero fabric in the Icebreaker Women’s MerinoLoft Helix Vest is warm and moisture-wicking Merino wool, offering a great warmth-to-weight ratio
Nobis Elora Ladies Vest review: a premium price gilet with performance to match
Warm, tough and fully waterproof, the Nobis Elora Ladies Vest has a smart, slim-fit finish and is well worth splashing out on
Proviz REFLECT360 Women's Down Gilet review: be safe at night but don’t look like a building site workman by day
Light up the night in the clever – and cosy – Proviz REFLECT360 Women's Down Gilet
Sundried Women’s Recycled Quilted Vest review: a detachable hood and a budget price tag
Well-priced, hooded and water-resistant, the Sundried Women’s Recycled Quilted Vest makes a good quiver-of-one gilet for more casual use
Alpkit Sierra Women’s Insulated Vest review: a slimline design makes this ideal as a mid layer
Make like an onion and get layering in the Alpkit Sierra Women’s Insulated Vest, a lightweight, slimline gilet, perfect as a mid layer for outdoor adventures
Montane Women’s Featherlite Down Gilet review: lightweight, comfortable and smart
Its light weight and comfortable fit make the Montane Women’s Featherlite Down Gilet a lovely mid layer for all-day exploring
66 North Dyngja Puffy recycled down vest review: eco-friendly padded opulence
Cosy on up in the luxuriously padded 66 North Dyngja Puffy recycled down vest, which has great green credentials too
Columbia Women’s Bulo Point Down Vest review: shiny, but ruggedly practical too
The Bulo Point Down Vest offers excellent warmth thanks to a reflective liner – and even doubles up as a camping pillow
The North Face Women’s 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest review: a classic look returns and we love it
Retro looks meet great performance in The North Face Women’s 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest
Patagonia Sol Patrol Women’s Long-Sleeved Shirt review: great for long, hot summer hikes
Keep the sun at bay with the Patagonia Sol Patrol’s pretty, protective material
Marmot Ridgefield Women’s Sherpa-Lined Long-Sleeve Flannel Shirt review: a perfect shirt-jacket hybrid
Snuggle up on cooler hikes in the cosy, insulated Marmot Ridgefield shirt, with its smart flannel looks
Mammut Aada women’s hiking shirt review: lightweight city chic for the great outdoors
The lightweight Mammut Aada is also great at keeping odors at bay – ideal for warmer walks
REI Co-op Sahara Button-Up Long-Sleeve Shirt review: tailored for the trails
Cool and breathable, the REI Co-op Sahara is a travel-friendly choice offering good sun and insect protection
Royal Robbins Expedition Pro women’s hiking shirt review: impressive in all respects
Highly breathable, easy-to-care-for the Royal Robbins Expedition Pro is a surprisingly smart adventure shirt, ideal for warmer days
Fjällräven Övik Travel Shirt review: excellent quality, multipurpose women’s hiking top
One shirt to rule then all? The great quality Fjällräven Övik Travel Shirt is an excellent all-rounder of an outdoor shirt
Sherpa Kiran women’s hiking shirt review: urban sophistication meets hiking practicality
A great linen lookalike, the Sherpa Kiran is our top pick for good looks and soft comfort
Craghoppers NosiLife Adventure II women’s hiking shirt review: a stylish biter-beater
A flattering utility shirt with an added superpower – the Craghoppers NosiLife Adventure II is treated with permanent insect repellent to keep biters at bay
Columbia Camp Henry shirt review: a cool short for warmer hikes
100% cotton makes the Columbia Camp Henry shirt a light and breezy treat for hot dry weather
Exped Synmat UL medium wide camping mat review: a unisex pad that’s perfect for taller women
This generously sized, unisex Exped Synmat UL medium wide camping mat is great for men and taller women, and packable enough to take into the hills
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir women’s camping mat review: ideal for winter conditions and expeditions
An excellent camping companion on any adventure, the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir women’s camping mat is a light and very packable mat that offers year-round comfort
Is hiking good exercise?
Get set to hit the trail – hiking is a fantastic way to improve your fitness, strength and mood, all while exploring the great outdoors
Alpkit Gourdon backpack review: a great waterproof backpack for aquatic adventures of all kinds
The Alpkit Gourdon backpack is an incredibly versatile pack that's equally at home on the water and on the trails
