Buying guides Best women’s sleeping pads: comfortable mats for getting a good night’s sleep when camping Women tend to sleep colder than men, but the best women’s sleeping pads are designed to keep female campers warm and comfortable in all conditions The best hiking boots: for supreme comfort and performance on the trails By choosing the the best hiking boots, your adventure potential extends from day hikes to epic expeditions this summer and beyond The best camping knife: everyday carry folding knives to take with you on all your outdoor adventures Having the best camping knife is indispensable for those who revel in time spent outdoors, whether in camp or on an epic expedition Grid List Latest Buying guides Best hydration packs: stay hydrated on everything from short trail runs to expedition ultras By Casey Blaine, Brian Metzler, Fiona Russell Our guide to the best hydration packs, providing innovative storage solutions for your survival essentials and all your hydration needs in one snug-fitting, lightweight pack Best first aid kit for hiking, backpacking, camping and all sorts of outdoor adventures By Emily Woodhouse Even the best laid plans can go wrong sometimes, and it’s vital to have the best first aid kit to hand when an accident happens, whether you’re in camp or on the trail Best pop-up tents for fast backpacking adventures, fuss-free camping trips and festival bliss By Sian Lewis, Louis Dzierzak, Alex Langfield Our top picks of the best pop-up tents assemble in no time, are affordable and come in all shapes and sizes The best solar chargers: for keeping your tech juiced up in the campsite and in the wild By Jonathan Manning, Louis Dzierzak Check out the best solar chargers to keep your GPS, phone, smartwatch, head torch and other hiking essentials topped up during trips in the great outdoors The best hammocks: for wild nights under the stars and sunny siestas By Jasper Winn, Louis Dzierzak Our guide to the best hammocks can help you choose your optimum option for summer snoozing, wild backpacking expeditions and all-season adventures Best camping chair: for multi day expeditions, epic camping holidays, festival fun and fishing trips By Sian Lewis, Louis Dzierzak Our ultimate picks of the best camping chairs, from lightweight expedition stools to cosy two-person loveseats for nights under the stars Best 2-season sleeping bags: for summer camping adventures and hiking trips in warmer climes By Jonathan Manning Get set for a summer under canvas with our selection of the best 2-season sleeping bags for camping in warmer weather Best hiking pants: for year-round adventures come rain or shine By Pat Kinsella, Louis Dzierzak The best hiking pants for all manner of conditions and situations, from day hikes, trekking expeditions and alpine trips Best GPS Watches: for hiking, trail running, mountain biking and other backcountry adventures By Brian Metzler, Claire Maxted, Pat Kinsella This collection of the best GPS watches are smart, multifunctional, adventure-ready timepieces that collect data while you walk, run, ride, swim, ski Best women’s running shorts and skorts: for tackling trails and singletrack paths By Fiona Russell Whether you’re doing parkrun or training for an ultra, a good pair of shorts is essential – we’ve picked out the best women’s running shorts available Previous12345...789NextArchives Advnture Newsletter All the latest inspiration, tips and guides to help you plan your next Advnture! Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors Thank you for signing up to Advnture. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. Most Read Most Shared 1 Why do so many people die at Angels Landing? 2 7 ways to wear a buff or bandana for hikers and runners 3 How to catch yellow perch: the best baits, lures and tackle plus tips on where to fish 4 Braided vs mono vs fluorocarbon fishing lines: what's the best combination 5 Air tents vs. pole tents: which is best? 1 How to sharpen a camping knife: bushcraft skills 101 2 How to stop condensation in a tent 3 Alpkit Gourdon backpack review: a great waterproof backpack for aquatic adventures of all kinds 4 Does running make you smarter – or not? 5 Hiking in Italy: day hikes, spectacular long-distance treks, grand summits and stunning coastlines
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