Editorials

We don't buy into products, We buy into experiences.

When I was 13 I decided I was going to have 3 cars when I grew up. A sports car, a 4x4 and a camper van and in my mind…
February 25, 2018

We don't buy into products, We buy into experiences.

When I was 13 I decided I was going to have 3 cars when I…

Blogs

Reeks District: Ireland’s Adventure Playground with Jessie Leong

‘How do you pronounce Carrauntoohil?’ ‘Karen-toole’ replied Piaras, mountain guide from Kerry Climbing. ‘It means inverted sickle, a serrated knife-edge. Just look at the ridge behind you.’
December 03, 2018

Reeks District: Ireland’s Adventure Playground with Jessie Leong

‘How do you pronounce Carrauntoohil?’ ‘Karen-toole’ replied Piaras, mountain guide from Kerry Climbing. ‘It means…

Outdoor Guides

Down Time - What you need to know before you buy your down jacket

When it comes to selecting an insulated jacket it makes sense to have a look how insulation it works and with just a basic grasp of the essential principles you'll…
October 19, 2018

Down Time - What you need to know before you buy your down jacket

When it comes to selecting an insulated jacket it makes sense to have a look…
August 08, 2022

A journey of meaning

In a little over three weeks, I’ll be stood on a railway platform in Cheshire waiting for a train and the start of an 8000km adventure. Over the following 18…
May 03, 2022

“Luxury” Ultra leaves its Mark

Highland Kings, a premium events company, were on the Isle of Arran last week and the ripple of their event has been heard across social media as images emerge of…
April 28, 2022

Coire goes Woofhostelling and takes the Family

I’m still not sure how we ended up with a working collie puppy. One minute I was visiting friends on the small island of Kerrerra where the farm dogs had…
February 08, 2022

Introducing our new podcast "Paths in the Outdoors"

A new addition to the MyOutdoors content has arrived. There have been interviews posted on our YouTube for a little over a year now and the idea has been discussed…
July 20, 2020

Wild camping - a fight or flight dilemma

Over the last couple of months there's been countless column inches in the mainstream media devoted to "wild camping", and none of it has been good.
June 03, 2020

Abandoning conquest

Today I saw a Tweet suggesting you conquer a hill in your lunchtime. A fine idea you’d imagine, and it is, but something about the language grated.
December 22, 2019

Skin Up to and Ski Off the Cairngorm

For a while now I have wanted to ski tour, finally I managed to get the gear together to be able to! So I headed for the Cairngorm, I had…
Matt Holland

Matt Holland

Friday, 21 January 2022 10:46

Keen NXIS Mid Boot tested and reviewed

Keen have entered the "speed hiking" market with the release of their lightweight boot that's described as a combination of the Targhee boot and a trail runner.

As soon as you open the box, you are hit with these gleaming shiny black boots.

Wednesday, 25 September 2019 10:02

On Cloudrock tested and reviewed

On are a swiss based company whose goal is to revolutionise the sensation of running, based on soft landing followed by explosive take-offs. Or as the brand call it, running on clouds.

Friday, 23 August 2019 09:25

Rab Kinetic Pants tested and reviewed

I can’t say I’m much of a fan for waterproof trousers. It’s something we are often told to pack during Scouts and Duke of Edinburgh expeditions and now outside of the awards it’s something I often have to remind myself to pack.

Helly Hansen is a Norwegian producer of high end, professional clothing for a variety of activities from sailing, skiing, hiking and the outdoors. In 2019 Helly Hansen return to their roots with a whole new range showing their heritage.

New for this spring/summer, the AKU Trekker Pro GTX is designed for demanding treks on varied terrain. Marketed as an "all rounder" we've spent the early spring putting them through some serious testing in everything from mud to river crossings and solid trails to wading through snow.

Tuesday, 19 February 2019 10:20

Decathlon Cold Season Walking Gear review

Decathlon are a worldwide sports and activities retailer who offer a wide range of low-cost equipment for horse riding, water sports, climbing, football, running, hiking and plenty more!

Tickets are now on sale for 22nd Kendal Mountain Festival, the largest gathering of the outdoor community in the UK celebrating the mountains, wilderness, and their cultures. This year’s speaker programme is packed with tales of adventure shared by some of the world’s most fascinating and entertaining athletes and explorers.

GP Batteries in this latest offering bring three headlamps each with individual features to fit various needs. Starting straight out of the box, the packaging gives it a premium look but at a low cost. At £34.99 it sits in the middle with its offering compared to other headlamps on the market. Personally, I feel £35 for a rechargeable and waterproof headlamp is a good price for both new comers or those serious about the outdoors and sports.

Thursday, 20 September 2018 15:34

MSR PocketRocket Deluxe: Tested & Reviewed

MSR have taken their PocketRocket and enhanced it with some engineering wizardry. The stove has gained a lot of features and not a lot of weight. We have a look at how it performs.

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