Hiking Gear

Best Flashlight for Camping, Hiking & Backpacking

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?

The best backpacking water filters are easy-to-use, lightweight, and gets you drinkable water on the go.

See our choice of the best of the breed here >>

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 >>

The choice of GPS watches has exploded in the last few years.

However this can be a bit baffling. So we have picked out our favorites >>

When it comes to lighting the way, is a Handheld or Head-mounted light better?

Each type has its own distinct advantages. Find out more >>

Using these essential tips for night hiking safety will leave you with an all-new experience full of unique sights and sounds.

Find out more >>

GPS or smartphones are all very well but they can get broken or run out of charge.

So a hiking compass is an essential piece of kit. Find out more >>

So, what is the best Swiss Army knife to take on your hike?

These picks will be able to help with almost anything you find on the trail