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Test/Review: Vango Force Ten V17 Rucksack
It’s been a long time since I took a look at a rucksack smaller than around 35 litres capacity. For reference, the last was Vango’s Force Ten GR 35:40, which I wrote about last month here. With my...
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Test/Review: Vango Capri 500XL AirBeam Tent
A quick preamble As we draw to the end of the fair-weather camping season, it’s time to reflect on the tent which my family and I have used for each of this year’s week-long (and weekend) magazine...
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Test/Review: Thule Chasm Duffel Bag
As many of you know, I use a wide range of bags and cases to carry various kit in various situations. There is never a ‘perfect’ solution (at least, I’ve not found it yet), but years of testing and...
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Test/Review: Anatom Skye Trail Shoe
I received these Skye Trails – billed as a ‘multi-activity shoe’ – last summer. If you remember, it was rather a hot one. In my experience, for general use, sandals or lighter-weight shoes are a good...
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Episode #268: Shoreline Product Photography
This week: You join me down by the water, shooting client product pictures. On this occasion day, my setup is very simple – essentially one camera, one lens and a tripod. I also employ my iPhone in...
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A Quick Hammock Overnighter (Recce)
At the end of last week, I headed to the woods of an overnight stay in the hammock. Partly self-indulgent (I love spending time in the hammock in woodland), it was mostly a stealth recce of sorts. It...
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Episode #271: Hammock, Test/Review… Breathe!
This week: I’m on location, in my hammock, discussing my setup and review kit. This was a chance to get the ball rolling on a number of Test/Review items, as well as an opportunity to slow down for a...
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Test/Review: Force Ten Vulcan -12 Sleeping Bag
It’s been a while since I took a look at a new sleeping bag. I’ve used various models from various brands over the years – both synthetic and down-filled – and it’s always interesting to see how they...
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Test/Review: Vango Force Ten Alplite 35 Rucksack
In many ways, this Test/Review can be seen as a comparison write-up alongside that of the GR 35:40 Rucksack, which I previously wrote about here. As a pack, it’s something a little different to what...
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Video: The Best Way To Get Into A Hammock!
People often ask me what’s the best way to get into a hammock… Here’s your answer! (Make sure you have the sound on)....
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