MSR Elixir 2 two-man tent review
The MSR Elixir 2 lightweight and highly live-able two-man tent proves perfect for hiking, backpacking, and travel
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Backpacking & Outdoors
Thule Crossover Rolling 23″ Carry-On review
The Thule Crossover rolling carry on wheeled bag-cum-backpack is well designed, but is it too large for European airline cabins?
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Tenba Shootout 14L Slim camera backpack: reviewed
A great value option for travel photographers who like to travel light without making any sacrifices
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ThinkTank StreetWalker V2.0 camera bag reviewed
A lightweight outdoorsy backpack that’s perfect for taking on a plane
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Reviewed:MP Magic Merino Wool Socks 37.5
These 70% merino wool socks for travel keep your feet at 37.5ºC
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REVIEWED: GoPro HERO9 Black action camera
The new flagship GoPro is perfect for adventures and travel vloggers everywhere
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REVIEWED: Allbirds Tree Dashers performance shoe
Tread lighter on the planet with these shoes made from … wool and sugarcane?
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Maier Ophit 2.0 W Outdoor tights – review
Quick-drying and 4 way stretch make the Maier Outdoor tights ideal for travel and hiking at all times of year
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Sitpack Campster portable ‘everywhere chair’ review
A full-height, ultra-light chair for camping, festivals, fishing and photography
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Deuter Futura 32 backpack review
Something of a travel classic, and it’s easy to see why
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REVIEWED: Moshi Digits touchscreen gloves
For hikers, bikers, and outdoor-likers, these gloves will save your fingers from freezing
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Three backpacks for short hikes
You’re off into the great outdoors, but not for long. Here’s what you take.
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Three carry-on backpacks for traveling light
On a short trip? Don’t risk losing your luggage with these carry-on backpacks that fit in the overhead lockers
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Bullbird BR2 Travel Pillow reviewed
Soft foam and a travel-friendly form factor make the Bullbird BR2 travel pillow worth considering
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REVIEWED: OneNine5 Travel Wash Bag
Every traveler needs a good toiletry bag. Here’s one for super-organized travelers
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Three portable solar-powered lights for travel
Travel-friendly lanterns that charge-up by day and keep going all night. Who needs batteries?
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Lowepro ProTactic BP 350 AW II review
Compact yet comprehensive, this clever modular camera backpack is worth its (light) weight
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Boundary Chase Pants: reviewed
A sneak preview of some comfortable, stretchy and incredibly well-designed travel trousers
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Three of the best flasks for hiking, camping and travel
From smart flasks to hip flasks, these will fuel your next outdoor adventures
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REVIEWED: Vasco travel packing cubes set
Get neat and tidy when traveling with this seven-piece kit
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What to put in your hand luggage on a long-haul flight
From noise-cancelling earphones to a zero-gravity pen, here’s what you should be keeping close to you on planes
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REVIEWED: MP Magic Socks
These ‘metal infusion’ antibacterial socks are good for a week of stink free travel
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REVIEWED: Chrome Niko camera backpack
Tough, watertight and with a unique way of gripping a tripod, this 23-litre bag is fit for photography expeditions
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REVIEWED: Solo New York Unbound Backpack
Tech stays safe with this good value urban backpack
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REVIEWED: SueMe Womens Beech Shorties
This comfy underwear proves to be a dream to wear despite being made of mashed-up tree fiber
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REVIEWED: WiWu Switch Backpack
This cleverly designed 4-in-1 bag presents a lot of options for work trips and overnight stays
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OGIO Renegade RSS Laptop Backpack review
If you like pockets, padding, and protection, the OGIO Renegade RSS urban backpack is ideal for traveling with tech
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REVIEWED: Boundary Prima System modular travel backpack
Why have separate bags for the office, for travel, and for photography? This brilliantly designed modular backpack that handles all
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Five quick-drying t-shirts and tops for traveling light
Need a sweat-wicking, easy-care, quick-dry t-shirt for your next adventure? These merino wool or bamboo tees are great all-rounders
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REVIEWED: Fujifilm FinePix XP130
A short battery life and disappointing photos leaves this well-designed ‘rugged’ travel camera looking second best to smartphones
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Reviewed: SueMe King of the Mountains bamboo tee
Ultra-lightweight and quick drying, this 70% bamboo, 30% cotton t-shirt works well as a single layer for travel in humid
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Five must-have gadgets for beach holidays
From beach bags and batteries to phone protection and pillows, here’s what to take to the beach this summer
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REVIEWED: Manfrotto Gitzo Adventury 30L camera backpack
This outdoorsy kit bag for wildlife, nature and landscape photographers can take a DSLR, mirrorless cameras … and even drones
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REVIEWED: SueMe Tree Trunk Boxer
Super-soft, comfortable and ultra-quick to dry, this impressive travel underwear is made from beech tree pulp
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REVIEWED: CoreSport Workout Top
Sweat proof and breathable, this quick dry T-shirt is ideal for travel
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REVIEWED: STM Trilogy Laptop Backpack
This well-organised 24-litre ‘urban’ backpack for a 15-inch laptop and a tablet has pockets and pouches galore, but its design
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REVIEWED: Solo New York Varsity Elite Backpack
This black or burgundy laptop backpack from the Varsity Collection open like a suitcase and adds a large wet pocket
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Interview: how an overnight train in Morocco spawned a travel brand
After sleeping on beaches, on overnight trains and in dodgy dorms, one traveller decided to do something about security on
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Incase DSLR Pro Pack review
With room for a DSLR camera, four additional lenses and even a 15-inch laptop, the Incase DSLR Pro pack is
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REVIEWED: STM Kings backpack
Able to fit a 15-inch laptop and complete with cable management, this bag’s cavernous main compartment makes it a compelling
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REVIEWED: Vanguard Alta Sky 45D camera backpack
With a tough build and padded sections galore, this pro-grade DSLR pack even has space for a laptop
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REVIEWED: Royal Robbins Loden Short
Good value, versatile travel shorts, but they lack a second security pocket
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REVIEWED: American Tourister Urban Groove backpack
There’s a lot to like about this simple, affordable backpack for day trips and city tours
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REVIEWED: Incase EO Travel Backpack
Perfect for a week away, this soft yet strong expandable bag looks like a backpack, but behaves like a suitcase
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REVIEWED: Royal Robbins Alpine Road shorts
They lack enough zip pockets for secure travel, but these simple shorts behave well on the hikes, treks and trails
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REVIEWED: Yi 4K Action Camera
With 12-megapixel photos and 4K video, this diminutive action cam is a great value alternative to a GoPro HERO5
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REVIEWED: Bridgedale Men's Coolfusion Light Hiker
Every hiker should have a good pair of socks
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REVIEWED: Royal Robbins Merinolux Tee
Comfy to wear and impressively quick-drying, this merino-mix t-shirt proves ideal for wash-and-go life on the road
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REVIEWED: Sitpack portable resting device
This compact, foldable T-shaped resting device takes the weight off – and it’s no bigger than a can of beer
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REVIEWED: Royal Robbins Discovery Roll-up pant
These wrinkle-free, quick-dry travel trousers looks almost as good in the city as they do at a summit, but take
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