Latest articles by Sian Lewis
Mountain Hardwear Women’s Lamina 15°F / -9°C sleeping bag review: a snug and reliable sleeping bag
The hardworking Mountain Hardwear Women’s Lamina sleeping bag will keep you cosy on chilly winter wild camps
Wild swimming equipment: everything you need for a day in the water
Swimming wild this summer? Get kitted up in the right wild swimming equipment to keep you warm and safe in the water with our guide to the best gear for outdoor swimmers
Kelty Women’s Tru Comfort 20°F sleeping bag review: a comfortable and versatile three-season sleeping bag
A warm but weighty three-season bag, the Kelty Women’s Tru Comfort 20°F sleeping bag is big on comfort and ideal for traditional camping
Berghaus Women’s Transition sleeping bag review: a cheap and cheerful sleeping bag for summer camping
If you need to stick to a budget, the Berghaus Women’s Transition sleeping bag is an inexpensive fair-weather bag suitable for petite women
Therm-a-Rest ProLite Women’s Sleeping Mat review: a lightweight and easy-to-store sleeping mat
The Therm-a-Rest ProLite Women’s Sleeping Mat review is a solid choice for female campers who prefer foam over fully inflatable mats, and who stick to traditional camping trips
Rab Women’s Ascent 500 down sleeping bag review: a well-designed, three-season sleeping bag with a tough exterior
Go from ‘bothy to bivvy’ with the three-season Rab Women’s Ascent 500 sleeping bag, which boasts a water-resistant down filling
Mountain Equipment Women’s 250 Helium sleeping bag review: a light and compact sleeping bag for warmer climates
The Mountain Equipment Women’s 250 Helium sleeping bag is a good lightweight option for warm weather camps where space and weight are at a premium
Mountain Equipment Helium 3.8 Women’s Warmzone Mat review: a budget-friendly all-rounder for backpackers
An affordable and comfortable foam mat, the Mountain Equipment Helium 3.8 Women’s Warmzone Mat is an all-rounder that can be used across three seasons
Mountain Warehouse Bermuda Aqua Shoe review: a light and quick-drying water shoe
Simple but practical neoprene booties, Mountain Warehouse Bermuda Aqua Shoes offer lightweight protection when swimming
Trespass Paddle Aqua Shoe review: a basic water shoe for casual wild swimmers
An affordable slipper-style water shoe, the Trespass Paddle is perfect for taking to the beach or river bank
Columbia Sandal review: solid sandals for sea-to-shore adventures
The rather smart Columbia Sandal is equally at home on water or land
Regatta Westshore Sandals review: an affordable hybrid sandal for summer walks
The well-priced Regatta Westshore Sandals offer good grip and comfort
Merrell Choprock Sieve shandal review: a sturdy shoe with excellent protection and grip
The trainer-like Merrell Choprock Sieve offers excellent grip and protection for hikes and water sports
Keen Astoria West shandals review: a quality women’s shandal for hilly terrain
A great quality, grippy shandal, the Keen Astoria West protects feet on active adventures on the water
Vivobarefoot Esc Tempest review: excellent aquatic trainers for fast-paced adventures
An excellent trainer-water hybrid shoe, the Vivobarefoot Esc Tempest is ideal for swim runners, athletes and explorers
Peter Storm Women’s Snowdon II Walking Boots review: dependable footwear for cold conditions
Reliably warm and waterproof, Peter Storm Women’s Snowdon II Walking Boots are like leather workhorses, perfect for wet-weather conditions
TOG24 Penyghent Unisex Waterproof boot review: a comfortable and practical choice of trekking footwear
We reckon these TOG24 Penyghent Unisex Waterproof boots are a bit of a bargain considering their great build and fit
Hi-Tec Raven boot review: a solid women’s boot with waterproof protection
Solid and supportive, the Hi-Tec Raven boot is a great pick for less challenging paths
Mountain Warehouse Pilgrim Womens Waterproof Leather-Boots review: comfortable with waterproof protection
The smart and rather retro-looking Mountain Warehouse Pilgrim Womens are delightfully comfortable and performs well in the wild
Karrimor Isla Mid Ladies Weathertite Walking Boot review: a light and budget friendly boot for dry treks
An affordable boot with good grip and ankle support, the Karrimor Isla Mid Ladies Weathertite Walking Boot is a good budget-conscious option for dry weather
Skechers Trego-Base Camp boot review: a light women’s boot for casual treks
Expect trainer-like comfort from the good-looking Skechers Trego-Base Camp boots, which are aimed at casual walkers
Hi-Tec Eurotrek Lite WP Womens boot review: a modest boot for all weather conditions
The comfortable Hi-Tec Eurotrek Lite WP Womens boots are a good choice if you want warm leather on a budget
Grisport Lady Hurricane Brown Boot review: comfortably solid boots to keep you warm on the trails
Tackle a storm in confidence in some tough leather Grisport Lady Hurricane Brown Boots
