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Helly Hansen Maridalen Shorts review: Womens hiking shorts

Looking for some womens hiking shorts? So was I. Check out this Helly Hansen Maridalen Shorts review to find out how I got along. Womens hiking shorts I love going for walks and hikes. But I have always been uncomfortable wearing every day shorts or trousers. As I was planning…

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Eco friendly adventure tips: Making action sports better for the environment

There is no denying it, travelling the world on adventures is not very green. So how do we go about making action sports better for the environment? Well these eco friendly adventure tips are a good place to start reducing your impact. Barely a week goes by without a major…

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HH Merino Light SS review: Women’s T-shirt for summer activities

Looking for a technical women’s t-shirt for summer activities? Then read this HH Merino Light SS review by adventurer Sarah Hannibal. It has been tested hiking, mountaineering and climbing in the Alps and mountains of Kyrgyzstan. Summer alpine hiking brings with it a range of temperatures, not only on a day to day…

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HH Odin Muninn Pants review: Softshell mountain activity trousers

When Sarah Hannibal got in touch about a ski touring and mountaineering adventure in Kyrgyzstan we helped kit her out with some Helly Hansen gear. This is her HH Odin Muninn Pants review, very handy softshell mountain activity trousers. For me there are two types of clothes to wear on your legs for mountain…

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Review of Mammut Kento HS: Versatile lightweight hardshell jacket

Every outdoor enthusiast needs a versatile lightweight hardshell jacket for hiking and other activities. In this review of Mammut Kento HS I put the jacket through its paces everywhere from city to countryside. Why buy a versatile lightweight hardshell jacket Whether you are going into the mountains, or just out for…

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Win the Kitvision Escape 4KW pack: 4K action camera competition

We’re sure you’d like to capture every moment of your next adventure in Ultra High Definition – and thanks to our incredible 4K action camera competition you can! To win the Kitvision Escape 4KW pack all you have to do is tell us something AWEsome you have done. 4K action camera competition…

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Review of Haglofs Vertigo II: Versatile approach shoes

Looking for a pair of versatile approach shoes? Or trying to find all-round tough adventure travel footwear? Read this review of Haglofs Vertigo II as they may be what you are looking for. The Haglofs Vertigo II are top of the range ‘approach shoes’ from the well regarded Swedish manufacturer. Tough and adaptable they…

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Helly Hansen Jotun jacket review: Trail running softshell

For many people running in the wind and rain is their idea of hell. But if you have the right gear there is something liberating about defeating the elements. In this Helly Hansen Jotun jacket review I will talk about how it performs as a trail running softshell, and how…

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Six of the best climbing harness brands

For anyone looking to make their first climbing harness purchase, it can be a slightly daunting task. With so many brands and different pricing points, it’s not easy to narrow down your choices. Should you purchase one of the best climbing harness brands, or go with a relative unknown? The main…

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How to buy climbing shoes that fit correctly

Whether you’re new to climbing or looking to replace a well-worn and well-used pair of shoes, it’s always important to buy climbing shoes that fit correctly. If you want to have the best grip and hold out on the rock face then having shoes that fit is a big part…

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Rock climbing gear list for beginners

Rock climbing is one of the fastest growing activities in the UK, which will come as no surprise to anyone who climbs regularly. If you’re thinking about getting into the sport it is good to know a little about the equipment you will be using. So we have put together…

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New Outdoor Gear 2013: Award Winners

In the adventure sports there’s often a search for new outdoor gear that’s lighter and more ‘technical’. Living outdoors for extended times means your gear needs to to take the knocks but can’t be made so strong it’s heavy. New Outdoor Gear 2013 The only solution then is to make…

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Drift HD Ghost: Remote Control Action Camera!

Not all HD video cameras are the same. In the group dedicated to adventure sports, there’s a model that’s giving us something really new. The camera is the Drift HD Ghost remote control action camera and it’s getting picked up by the pros and turning up some awesome footage! Here’s…

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Bigger, Better and Blacker: GoPro Hero3 Review

Technology jumps. Most of the time it’s not worth making the leap, instead saving your effort, and money, for the real game-changing moves. The Hero3 promises enough to tempt an upgrade, and as shown in this GoPro Hero3 Review, it’s black – sort of. Just in case you’ve had your head…

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The Outdoors Show 2013: New Year, New Gear

Now that Christmas is over and 2013 is underway, it’s the perfect time to start planning all of the adrenaline packed adventure sports you’ll be undertaking in the New Year. First on your list should be the Outdoors Show 2013. Whether you’ll be throwing yourself out of a plane, hurtling down…

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4 of the best rugged cameras for adventure sports

Everyone is snapping, filming and uploading their extreme adventures to the web. If you want to share yours then check out the 4 best rugged cameras for adventure sports. The internet has it all: Nutty off-roaders, wild downhill racers, surfers catching 40-foot waves, mountaineers skateboarding off cliffs, only to then to…