The Best Hiking Gear Guides, Reviews and Tips

Garmin Oregon vs Montana Comparison

Garmin’s range of handheld GPS can be a little baffling.

So we look at two of their most similar ranges, Oregon and Montana, and explain the differences.

The Foretrex 401 is a hiking stalwart.However, Garmin has introduced the 601 and 701.

But what are the main differences between them? Find out here >>

Garmin and Magellan are two of the first brands that come to mind whenever you think of GPS.

But how do their handheld devices for hiking compare?

Smartphones have replaced a wide variety of standalone gadgets. So do you still need a standalone GPS for hiking?

We look at the pros and cons here >>

The benefits of using a GPS are obvious, but you might be wondering how to use a GPS for hiking to get the most from your hike.

Find out here >>

Garmin’s GPSMAP 64 GPS range are excellent for hikers, but with names like 64s, 64st, and 64sc it is hard to know the difference.

We explain here >>

If you are going camping, or even just a day hike, there is always the chance you will need a flashlight.

These are our picks of the best available today >>

Providing its user with location, distance, tracking, and route creation, GPS can seem a little bit like magic!

But how does it actually work?

There are a host of features you can get in a GPS enabled watch.

But which do you need and which can you do without? We explain all here >>

Getting clean water when off the beaten track is a must and one option is chlorine dioxide tablets.

Find out how they work, and how effective they are >>

Water filter equipment is essential to ensure clean drinking water when exploring the wilderness.

But with so many different types, which should you choose?

Using a water bottle or hydration pack for backpacking is really an issue of personal preference.

Find out why you may choose one over the other here >>