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Best boot dryers of 2025: Keep your footwear fresh and dry!
By: Andrew Forrest - updated August 2025

Whether you're a hiker, runner, footballer, or simply someone who enjoys outdoor activities, having a reliable boot dryer is essential for keeping your footwear dry, fresh, and ready for use.

Equipment Camping

Hydration bladders vs. water bottles: Which is better for hiking?
By: Andrew Forrest - July 2025

Staying hydrated is essential on any hike, but what's the best way to carry your water? Hikers often debate hydration bladders versus water bottles - essentially, using a flexible water reservoir (hydration bladder) with a drinking pipe, or sticking to traditional water bottles.

Equipment Camping

Ultimate guide to sleeping bag liners: Comfort and warmth combined
By: Andrew Forrest - July 2025

Sleeping bag liners may seem simple, but they are among the smartest upgrades you can add to your sleep system. They provide extra warmth, enhance comfort, and keep your sleeping bag clean - all in a lightweight, packable design.

Equipment

Best compass for walking and hiking in the UK
By: Andrew Forrest - June 2025

Looking for the best compass to navigate your outdoor adventures? In this guide, we explore the top compasses of 2025 to help you make an informed choice, ensuring you stay on track in any terrain.

Equipment Camping

Best sit mats for hiking, camping and festivals in 2025
By: Andrew Forrest - May 2025

When you're out for a walk, hike or picnic, or even watching your favourite band, having a small cushion to sit on can make all the difference. Sit mats (also known as sit pads or seat cushions) provide you with a comfortable, dry spot to perch on wet grass, cold rocks, snow, or hard ground.

Four pairs of Superfeet insoles from our best of insoles selection

Footwear

The best hiking boot and walking shoe insoles of 2025: How to choose for comfort and support
By: Andrew Forrest - updated May 2025

Hiking boot insoles are the connection between your foot and boot and can make or break a walk. Choose correctly and they can provide comfort, stability, support and help correct any biomechanical foot issues relieving painful feet, ankles and knees. They could even reduce fatigue and prevent injuries.

Selection of the best walking and hiking trousers

Clothing

Best walking trousers in 2025: Top hiking trousers for every trip
By: Andrew Forrest - April 2025

Whether you need something for summer hikes or winter trekking, this guide covers the best walking trousers of 2025. We've reviewed options based on comfort, mobility, value, durability and weather resistance so that you can find the perfect pair for your adventures.

Equipment

Best walking, hiking and trekking poles of 2025 - Find the top poles for your walk
By: Andrew Forrest - February 2025

In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the factors to consider when choosing walking poles, explore the types and materials available, and share our top picks for 2025. Whether walking poles, hiking poles or trekking poles, let's find the best walking companion to elevate your hiking experience!

Clothing

Waterproof vs water-resistant walking trousers: What's the difference?
By: Andrew Forrest - February 2025

The difference between waterproof and water-resistant trousers isn't always clear for many hikers - until they're caught in unexpected rain. Choosing the right trousers can mean the difference between a comfortable, enjoyable trek and a cold, soggy ordeal.

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