Category: gear reviews
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Gear review: Buff Headwear
I set off on my daily cycle last week in sub-zero weather and as my ears froze solid I realised exactly what I needed but had forgotten: my merino Buff. It is moments like this where you really appreciate the value of high quality equipment, and since then it has been with me every day. […]
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Gear Review: Hydro Flask
We’ve recently been given the opportunity to review a Hydro Flask which guarantees to keep your drinks hot (for up to 6hrs) or cold (for up to 24hrs). Going by past experiences with flasks that’s a lot to promise for a small flask. So game on, Hydro Flask, let’s see how you got on. According to […]
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Gear review: Anatom Kids K2 Minimus Light Hiking Boots
We’ve been struggling for some time to find a pair of walking boots for our son that would give him the extra support across his feet that he needs while out on the hills. The problem? Most companies only do kids boots starting from a UK size 10, so our son has had to wear […]
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Gear review: Endless River Canoe Add-a-passenger clip in seat
Our Venture Ranger canoe came with only two seats which was actually a benefit when our son was very young. We put a couple of mats on the floor and could let him play without any worry of him falling over the side. Over the last year and a half he has really been wanting […]
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Gear Review: Didriksons Hamres Jacket
When we were asked to review the Didriksons Hamres Jacket, we jumped at the chance! We are massive fans of Didriksons, having kitted out our son in their Boardmans waterproof suit for the last few years. If you fancy a look, you can see our review of that set here. The Hamres jacket is completely […]
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Don’t let cold weather stop you from getting outdoors – A guide to kids clothes layering
Now that the weather’s wetter, colder and snowier it certainly doesn’t have to mean the only option we have is to sit in front of a cosy fire with our thickest socks and snuggliest jumpers on. Sounds idyllic though right? I know for us that seems like something we may have considered back in the […]
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Gear review: Alpkit Carbonlite Ultra Walking Poles
We first started using walking poles on a multi-day trek around the Torres Del Paine Mountains in Patagonia in 2006. Since then they have been a regular part of our walking equipment and are used most times we are out. They provide particular benefits on long day walks, multi-day walks with heavier bags and on rough […]
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Gear Review: Baltic 100N Toddler Lifejacket
A significant proportion of canoeing accidents and deaths occur on lakes and grade I-II rivers and there are two quite common contributory elements: alcohol and lack of an appropriate personal flotation device (PFD). I am going to assume that alcohol isn’t going to be an issue for toddlers… but appropriate flotation is vital, after all, […]
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Review of the LittleLife Ranger Child Carrier
We have been using the Ranger for a few months now over summer, having bought it to replace a much bigger and much more feature rich Vaude Butterfly Comfort carrier. Our main reasons for making this switch were the low bulk of the carrier, and the weight. At only 1.7kg, the Ranger is over 2 […]
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Review of Didriksons Boardman Kid’s set
With a Scottish winter just around the corner, we had a fairly demanding expectation of what type of waterproofs we were looking for to keep our son warm, dry and protected from the elements which meant we could continue with adventures year round. After a bit of shopping around, we decided on the Boardman Kid’s […]
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