
Will Symons
Will Symons developed his love of the outdoors as a student, exploring every inch of Sussex’s South Downs national park and swimming off the Brighton seafront. Now a staff writer for Advnture, Will previously worked as a freelance journalist and writer, covering everything from cricket to ancient history. Like most Advnture staff, Will’s free time is rarely spent indoors, he can often be found hiking, open water swimming or playing cricket.
Latest articles by Will Symons

Technical trail shoes for a comfortable run: save almost $40 off the Arc'teryx Sylan Pro trail running shoes
By Will Symons published
Deals This Arc'teryx pair features sturdy rock plates and grippy Vibram outsoles to help you negotiate the wilderness with ease

Good news for Garmin lovers, as the adventure-ready Instinct models get an update
By Will Symons published
The latest beta update is designed to give Garmin Instinct 3 and Instinct E users a range of bug fixes and improvements

Air pollution monitoring to protect people and wildlife in national parks suspended after former oil exec given oversight of National Park Service
By Will Symons published
The change comes amid fears that other conservation programmes will be next in the firing line

No laces? No problem! Splash around in these water-ready Merrell trail shoes for under $60
By Will Symons published
Deals Merrell's Hydro Runner SE X RCI shoes feature a unique slip-on design, so you can race along the trails or wade through water without hassle

Garmin lovers could be forced to pay more for favorite features as the smartwatch brand considers new paywalls
By Will Symons published
Two months after Garmin introduced its AI coaching subscription service more charges are being considered

Open water swim firm behind 20 year old iconic race collapses after dramatic drop in entries due to river pollution fears
By Will Symons published
Henley Swim said pollution concerns about the River Thames had “put thousands of people off the idea of open water swimming”

Crocs new End. x And Wander hiking shoe collaboration looks built for coastal adventures
By Will Symons published
Crocs has teamed up with fashion brands And Wander and End. to create a springy shoe for exploring land and water this summer

"Lightweight, easy-to-carry and decidedly easy to pitch" - hurry and save 30% off this top-notch tent from The North Face
By Will Symons published
Deals We loved the lightweight and dependable Trail Lite 2-person tent from The North Face - snag $90 off yours right now

"Running up a mountain like a bird spreading its wings": Karl Egloff's quest to become the fastest man to climb the seven summits
By Will Symons published
The 44-year-old speed climber has Mount Everest in his sights as he strives to become the fastest to climb the tallest mountains on all seven continents

Prepare for backcountry camping trips with over $240 off this lightweight tent from MSR
By Will Symons published
Deals The MSR Advance Pro 2 tent is built for backpacking and camping in extreme wilderness conditions

“We are not ruling anything out” - Garmin could up the prices of its high-tech watches after Trump tariffs
By Will Symons published
New Garmin sports watches, including the incoming Forerunner 970, could face hefty price hikes

“Please be careful and avoid contact” - safety warning over toxic blue-green algae in Wales’ largest lake
By Will Symons published
Open water swimmers in Snowdonia have been urged to steer clear of algal blooms in Llyn Tegid

Watch Babsi Zangerl become the first person to flash Yosemite’s El Capitan in new Black Diamond climbing film
By Will Symons published
The Austrian climber made history with the stunning flash climb - here's how it happened

“Open water can have hidden dangers that can prove fatal” - teen boy dies during lake swim
By Will Symons published
Authorities are pleading with the public to take care after the 16-year-old's body was found in a Nottinghamshire lake

What is Garmin Body Battery, and how do you boost it?
By Will Symons last updated
Here's how to track your energy levels and get the most out of Garmin's super-smart Body Battery function

Need more support? These iconic Hoka trail running shoes are 25% off right now
By Will Symons published
Deals Hoka's Speedgoat 6 trail running shoes combine a tough and durable exterior with plenty of support and cushioning

Potentially harmful air pollution in climbing gyms is “comparable to multi-lane roads in megacities," say researchers
By Will Symons published
Climbing shoes contain potentially harmful chemical additives, which are released by abrasion on the wall when you climb

Chill your drinks for up to 12 hours with Vapur’s latest insulated and wilderness-ready bottle
By Will Symons published
The BFA and lead-free bottle features insulating stainless steel built for the trails and campground

'Comfortable and reliable, with versatile all-round performance' - snag the world's 'best-selling' hiking boots for under $100
By Will Symons published
Deals The Merrell Moab 3 is a dependable all-rounder at home on rocky mountain paths and in wet weather

"A serious error of judgement" - watch the terrifying moment a plane cuts between line of racing skiers in the Alps
By Will Symons published
The pilot has since apologized, and the incident, which occurred on the Monte Rosa massif, is under investigation

Passionate about the Peak District? The government is seeking 2 new members to oversee the iconic park, and anyone can apply
By Will Symons published
You could apply to help lawmakers look after one of England's wildest nature areas

Second time's the charm? Hapless hiker rescued from Mount Fuji twice in 4 days after returning for lost phone
By Will Symons published
The 27-year-old university student returned to Japan's tallest mountain four days after he was airlifted to safety

Inexperienced climbers could be banned from scaling Mount Everest in move to reduce deaths and overcrowding
By Will Symons published
Climbers hoping to scale the world's tallest mountain may need to climb another 7,000m+ peak in Nepal first to receive a permit
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