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What is Columbia's Insect Shield technology? And does it really work against biting bugs on the trail?

By Julia Clarke last updated

We speak to Columbia’s VP of Innovation to find out how the brand's Insect Shield gear protects people against mosquitoes, ticks, midges and more

Hiking Gear & Apparel
A woman hiking to Cabane de Louvie with a yoga mats on her backpack
I went on a yoga and hiking retreat in the Swiss Alps – these are 5 ways I think all hikers can benefit from slowing down and moving mindfully

By Julia Clarke last updated

What I learned from a mindful weekend in the mountains

Hiking
Hiking essentials: the indispensable gear you need for long days hiking in the wilderness

By Alex Foxfield, Abbie Barnes, Will Symons last updated

Suit up and hit the trails with our picks of the best equipment to help you trek comfortably and safely

Hiking Gear & Apparel
What to wear hiking hot weather: 6 tips to help you stay safe and keep your cool on the trail when the sun comes out

By Kieran Cunningham, Will Symons last updated

Avoid sun-burn and explore in comfort with our expert advice for hiking in hot and sunny conditions

Hiking Gear & Apparel
Prayer flags in the Himalayas
Showers? WiFi? Replacement trekking poles? What’s available – and what’s not – on the trek to Everest Base Camp?

By Julia Clarke Published

Trekking to the world's highest base camp doesn’t mean that you’ll have to go for 11 days without charging your phone or seeing a proper toilet

Hiking
Trekkers returning from Everest Base Camp
The trek to Everest Base Camp seems daunting, but with these 7 tips, tricks and takeaways, you can make it easier – and more comfortable

By Julia Clarke Published

My trek to Everest Base Camp was a big success – here’s my advice for a comfortable trip

Hiking
9 safety tips for waterfall hikes - get kitted up, stay on the trail, and never ever jump in...

By Julia Clarke last updated

A waterfall hike may seem like an idyllic idea, but if you're more focussed on selfie taking for your socials, you could get into trouble

Hiking
A hiker's legs as they climb a steep slope wearing the Hypershell X
Explore further, stronger, smarter: 4 reasons to try the Hypershell X, the world's first outdoor exoskeleton that takes the effort out of your adventures

By Julia Clarke Published

Sponsor Content Created With Hypershell

The industry-leading Hypershell X boosts your power and reduces fatigue without weighing you down, and it's built for hiking, trail running, ski touring and cycling

Hiking Gear & Apparel
Advnture staff writer Julia Clarke hits the trails on Vail Mountain in Colorado
About Advnture: who we are and what we do

By Richard Edwards last updated

All you need to know about the home of outdoor buying advice

Hiking
"I’m thrilled to have achieved what many people in the mountaineering world said was impossible" – we talk to Andrew Ushakov about his record-breaking Everest summit, along with the altitude specialist behind his time-saving technique

By Charlie Lyon Published

The Ukrainian-American climber puts the success of his sea to summit Everest speed climb down to over 400 hours spent in a hypoxic tent - we got the low down on how he prepared

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