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The gear that elite athletes can't live without in 2023
By Julia Clarke published
From waterproof jackets and headphones to headlamps and good old Dutch courage, here’s the gear that elite athletes can't live without this year

Man dies kayaking at Great Smoky Mountains beauty spot
By Cat Ellis published
The 61-year-old went underwater at the Sinks, and was reported missing after he failed to resurface

Finisterre Walker Hybrid Shorts review: wear them for hiking and swimming
By Pat Kinsella published
Finisterre Walker Hybrid Shorts are hiking shorts that double up as boardies when you want cool off with a wild swim

dryrobe Organic Cotton Towel review: a lightweight drying hoodie that’s so much more than a cute gimmick
By Pat Kinsella published
The dryrobe Organic Cotton Towel is the summer version of the brand’s famous Jedi-style drying garments, beloved by surfers and wild swimmers

Sea to Summit Airlite Towel (Medium) review: a micro towel that punches above its weight… and size
By Pat Kinsella published
Super-light, multifunctional and tiny, the Sea to Summit Airlite Towel is ideal for fast-paced foot adventures and bikepacking escapades

Lifeventure SoftFibre Recycled Towels review: practical and stylish enough to use as beach wear
By Pat Kinsella published
A super-soft and smooth, Lifeventure SoftFibre Recycled Towels for travel and camping are good-looking and large enough to wear as a sarong

Merrell Hydro Moc with BLOOM review: a soft water shoe for summer fun
By Cat Ellis last updated
A summer water shoe that'll keep your feet well protected during beachside walks and boating trips

How to choose a wetsuit for open water swimming
By Julia Clarke last updated
Read our guide to how to choose a wetsuit for open water swimming and get all the warmth, protection and movement you need when you’re working on your strokes

How to clean a wetsuit in 6 easy steps
By Julia Clarke last updated
Whether you’ve just been too tired to rinse it regularly, peed in it or packed it away damp, you need to know how to clean a wetsuit to keep it functioning and fresh

How to use a dry bag: protect your crucial kit from the wet with our guide
By Jasper Winn, Alex Foxfield last updated
Here's how to use a dry bag to its full potential and stop pesky H2O getting its mitts on your most precious kit. What they do is clear, but few realise how versatile they are.
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