Action sports gear & adventure travel reviews

Looking to read adventure travel reviews? Want to find out about action sports gear testing? Then you have come to the right place! The AWE365 team test a lot of gear and go on a lot adventure trips all the time. We write detailed reviews of the kit we test, the active holidays we go on and the adventurous experiences we have. Our goal is to provide the reader all the information they... +
 

Review of Les Menuires Summer Activity Holiday in Belleville Valley

Do you fancy an alternative to the annual summer beach holiday this year? If like me, true relaxation comes your from trying...

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Pro Skier Review of ULLR D 3 Fingers Gloves by Helly Hansen

Welcoming pro skier Elsa Powell-Dooley to the AWE365 gear review team. She is testing out a whole host of kit for us this...

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Review of Aphex Sunglasses and Customisable MTB Goggles

If you are into action sports and outdoor activities then the right eyewear ensures the best view and protects your eyes. In...

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Review of Les Arcs Summer Activity Holiday in Arc 1950, France

My partner loves nothing more than whizzing down gnarly mountain biking trails. Whereas I’m an outdoor adventurer of a more...

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Thule Aion Review: The ideal rugged carry-on bag tested 

Adventure travel demands luggage that's resilient and ready-for-anything. The Thule Aion review here is for a 'Carry-On...

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Review of Durango Helly Tech Waterproof Boots by Helly Hansen

Looking for some practical but styling winter boots? Then have a read of this review of Durango Helly Tech waterproof boots...

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Helly Hansen Fremont Boots review: Better winter shoes than Timberlands

Looking for better winter shoes than Timberlands? Then check out this Helly Hansen Fremont Boots review by Jamie Barrow....

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Review of Serre Chevalier Family Ski Holiday in Chantemerle, France

Last Easter I took my boys, aged nine and eleven, away skiing for their first ski holiday in five years. As a solo parent I...

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Review of La Clusaz Snowboarding Holiday in Aravis, France

Looking to snowboard in a great, but less well known ski area? Want to head somewhere that is not full of Brits, but still...

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Helly Hansen Aden Winter Parka Review: Insulated Everyday Coat

As the night’s draw in and the leaves fall, it’s time to start thinking about winter coats. A jacket is pretty much all...

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Eurostar Snowboard Bag Travel Review: UK to French Alps by Train

Wanting to reduce my carbon footprint, I travelled from the UK to French Alps by train for a snowboarding holiday in Morzine....

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Types of Money Belt: Best Travel Protection For Cash and Valuables

“No Mother, Yes Mother, I Will Mother” – This was my all-in-one, does-it-all response to her maternal words of warning...

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Review of ESF Chantemerle: Kids Ski School in Serre Chevalier

Last Easter I drove across France to Serre Chevalier for a family ski holiday. Surprisingly, the slopes were quiet despite it...

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Fashionable Adventure Gear by Sealskinz: Can Outdoor Clothing Be Cool?

When it comes to outdoor and adventure sports, functionality often takes precedence over fashion. Historically, adventure...

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Grindelwald Terminal & Eiger Express Review: Jungfrau Skiing Trip

It is not often I return to a ski area less than a year after a visit. However, in December 2022 I was back in Switzerland on...

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Review of Saxx Shorts: 2N1 & Comfortable Lined Swimmers

This summer I have been wearing some great two in one sport shorts and swim shorts with exceptionally comfortable liners....

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Smith Engage 2.0 Review: MTB Helmet with MIPS

Need a new lid for mountain biking? Then check out this Smith Engage 2.0 review to find out how I got on with this MTB helmet...

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Review of Smith Shift Split MAG Photochromic Cycling Sunglasses

Looking for some photochromic cycling sunglasses that change with the light? Then check out this review of Smith Shift Split...

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Review of Alé Clothing for Mountain Biking: Enduro MTB Gear Test

Mountain biking is fun no matter what you wear, but with the right gear it is much more comfortable. In this review of Alé...

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Fly vs Drive to the Alps in Kia Sportage: Eco and Financial Benefits

Over Easter, my kids and I had an awesome ski holiday in Serre Chevalier in the Southern French Alps. In this article I look...

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Active Amsterdam Adventure: City of Culture, Partying & Activities

One of our writers visited the Netherlands for the first time recently on an active Amsterdam adventure. Find out how they...

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Helly Hansen Women’s Hiking Gear Review: Spring/Summer 2023

Does the anticipation of sunny days have you excitedly planning hikes and dreaming of clambering up mountains? If so you’ll...

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Downhill MTB holiday in Les Gets: Review of Chalets 1066

Last summer, I enjoyed a downhill MTB holiday in Les Gets. I had the privilege of staying at Chalet Louis, one of the finest...

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Best Men’s Underwear: Top Guys Underpants for Everyday Comfort

When it comes to the best men's underwear for all-day comfort, it's hard to beat the benefits of active underwear. A few...

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