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Adventurer holds mini GPS and satellite safety communication device

By Julia Clarke Published 17 August 22

What is GPS and how does it work? We take a look at the technology that helps you plan, navigate and review your adventures

Navigation Tools

Casio's latest hiker-friendly watch will help you find your way without GPS

By Cat Ellis Published 3 August 22

It might not have satellite positioning, but the new Pro Trek will help you get your bearings using a map

Watches & Wearable Tech

If your Garmin has been giving wonky GPS readings, here's how to fix it

By Cat Ellis Last updated 12 July 22

Garmin has acknowledged a problem that caused some tracked outdoor activities to 'drift' off course

Watches & Wearable Tech

These are the best cheap GPS watches to grab on Amazon Prime Day

By Cat Ellis Published 12 July 22

If you're looking for a budget-friendly running watch, these are the very best options available on Prime Day 2022

Watches & Wearable Tech

Is your GPS watch giving inaccurate readings? Here's why

By Cat Ellis Published 28 June 22

If your watch can't pinpoint your location, don't toss it out – there are lots of reasons why it might be struggling

Watches & Wearable Tech

What are grid references? The traditional way of describing your location

By Alex Foxfield Last updated 24 June 22

What are grid references? Learn what a grid reference is and how to read one to describe your approximate location on a topographical map

Bushcraft & Survival

Woman running wearing Garmin Forerunner 255S watch

Garmin has just released its smallest ever GPS multi-sports watch – and that's a big deal

By Cat Ellis Published 5 June 22

Opinion: sports watches should be gender-neutral, but the sheer size of a typical device can be off-putting for women

Watches & Wearable Tech

Garmin is building a super bright new GPS watch with extra long battery life

By Cat Ellis Published 12 May 22

New patents reveal the tech behind a new solar-powered running watch with a vivid OLED display

Watches & Wearable Tech

what is a satellite communicator: man holding GPS unit

What is a satellite communicator? The purpose and functions of these potentially life-saving devices

By Alex Foxfield Published 28 April 22

What is a satellite communicator? We take a look at why this technological tether to the rest of the world might be essential for your wilderness expeditions

Tech

Adventure is... making the most of the outdoors with komoot

By Advnture team Published 27 April 22