Passionate about walking and discovering new places to explore.
Love lightweight backpacking
My aim is to backpack for three weeks with less than 5 kilos of gear
Look forward to sharing tips and tricks and sourcing reliable walking gear at affordable prices.
Keeping Children Warm on a Hike
Although most children seem to keep warm just by being active on walks of any distance, it’s important to keep that warmth when taking a break. Here are some good options for kids outdoor clothing for a range of terrains. North Face Reversible Mossbud Swirl Jacket KIDS Petticoat Pink or Algiers Blue This North Face … Read more
Leggings for versatile layering
If like me you find yourself wearing leggings around the house as much as out hiking then here are some great choices for comfort and looks.
Berghaus Trailhead Rucksack Long Term Review
Berghaus have a strong reputation for building rucksack that are made to last. Their Trailhead series is a no-frills range of rucksacks that do not cost the earth. We recently put one through its paces on an overnight hike along the Pennine way. The model tested was the Women’s Trailhead 65 Rucksack, but the Men’s … Read more
The Best Gilets for UK Summer Hiking Under £100
Hiking in the summer in the UK can be unpredictable, especially if you are climbing mountains over 500 meters. A change in wind speed can mean a sudden drop in temperature and you can get caught out especially when descending. A gilet is a great item to stuff in your day pack that will take … Read more