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I got soaked at Decathlon HQ to learn how the French brand tests its tents
By Craig Taylor published
Decathlon’s design and testing process involves listening to consumers, extensive prototyping and a lot of water

Rock cairns: the purpose and history of the ubiquitous trail feature
By Julia Clarke last updated
Navigational feature or work of art? We look at rock cairns, their purpose and history to illuminate this fixture on our trails, parks and beaches

What is Gore-Tex? Our expert guide to the breathable waterproof fabric
By Julia Clarke last updated
What is Gore-Tex? Our expert guide into how this membrane came to conquer the outdoor industry and keep all of us backcountry explorer types dry

Air tents vs pole tents: which are best for your camping adventures?
By Pat Kinsella last updated
It's the battle of air tents vs pole tents: are inflatable beams the answer or should you opt for poles? Our expert put these two tent varieties to the test...

Yeti vs Igloo: which is the coolest – therefore better – brand?
By Alex Foxfield last updated
It’s Yeti vs Igloo, as we open the lid on the contest between two of the best camping cooler brands around in 2025

The 11 worst things to take on a camping trip, according to an expert
By Fiona Russell published
Our tried-and-tested guided to what not to pack for different camping adventures

What is a bothy bag? And how to properly use a group emergency shelter
By Julia Clarke last updated
Our experts explain the benefits of bothy bags, compact group emergency shelters that are so vital for serious mountain expeditions

What is stealth camping? And how does it differ in the US compared to the UK?
By Julia Clarke last updated
The practice of stealth camping is gaining traction on both sides of the Atlantic – but what is it, and why do people do it?
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