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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 need to make a decision about equipment or a trip. This means articles can be quite long, but they will help you make an informed decision.
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It’s a bluebird and the snow’s just winking at us to set off down the slopes. Blue skies, perfect powder, and plenty of time to enjoy skiing in Mürren, Switzerland. Today the wide, sunny pistes are competing with the promise…
This combined review of H2O Audio products pulls together my hands-on Tri 2 Pro review, Ript Lite review and Ript Ultra review. I ran, swam, rode, walked, flew, commuted and generally sweated on all three headphones to learn how each…
Last winter I snowboarded in the southern Austrian region of Carinthia. Less well known than Tirol or Vorarlberg, it is quieter and cheaper. Find out why I loved it in this review of Carinthia snowboarding holiday to Innerkrems, BKK (Bad…
Intro If, like me, you’re enjoying the freedom of loading your e-bike onto the back of your car and heading out to explore new routes, you’ve probably realised it’s not always easy. I learned the hard way that getting two…
Looking to do something different with your kids this summer? Then read this Morzine family adventure holiday review. Find out how this summer mountains trip to the French Alps changed how my children and I think about our holidays. Why…
As one of Austria’s premier winter destinations I had heard great things about St Anton. Visiting last winter we spent three and a half days exploring the slopes. In this review of St Anton snowboarding holidays in Arlberg ski area…
Innsbruck, the capital city of Austria’s Tirol region is the gateway to the Austrian Alps. But most skiers and snowboarders never stop there. In this Innsbruck snowboarding review find out how we got on in Axamer Lizum, Kühtai and Nordkette.…
To conduct this Polar Grit X Pro review I have worn this rugged smartwatch for sports and adventure extensively. Running and hiking, cycling and mountain biking, paddle boarding and swimming plus I have even tracked my snowboarding wearing this watch.…
Last winter a friend and I took an early morning flight to Innsbruck and were on the Austrian slopes well before lunch. Check out this review of Stubai snowboarding holiday in Mieders & Schlick 2000 to find out more! Our…
As a snowboarder, I’m always on the lookout for gear that enhances my experience on the slopes. In this Panda Optics Dual Vision review, I’ll share how these goggles stand out for performance and style. Furthermore, I directly compare cylindrical…
The Odin range by Helly Hansen is the company’s recently updated professional-grade outdoor gear range. Let’s look at two key pieces: the Odin 9 Worlds 3.0 shell jacket and in more detail the new Odin Everdown hooded jacket. Odin Everdown…
Most British skiers will remember the overnight ski train to the Alps. Departing London St Pancras Friday evening it arrived in Bourg St Maurice Saturday morning. Sadly, it’s been gone a few years, but with a change in Paris is…
I love a new board day. Particularly when testing for a brand like Borealis Snowboards who’s kit is always excellent. In this Borealis Artefact review I ask an important question: is this the best freeride snowboard for all mountain riding?…
The launch of augmented reality ski googles in 2012 came with much razzmatazz. But did the ground breaking technology change skiing and snowboarding holidays forever? And what happened to Oakley Airwave goggles? Here is the article we wrote in 2012…
Looking for adventurous off-piste skiing or snowboarding this winter? Then read this Powder Mad cat-ski holiday review to find out why I recommend their Turkey backcountry adventure in the Kaçkar Mountains. As Jamie–world’s fastest snowboarder–Barrow and I boarded Turkish Airlines…
Want a taste of outdoor adventure? You won’t be short of it in Bormio! In this review of Stelvio summer mountain activities in Bormio, Italy, I had the pleasure of trying E-mountain biking, guided hiking and rock climbing. Indulging in…
Last winter I returned to skiing after more than two decades away from the slopes. In this review of Ski 2000 Selva, find out how booking Val Gardena adult skiing lessons in Italy transformed this lapsed beginner skier into someone…
This winter I tested some supportive ski and snowboard leggings in the hope that my knees would thank me. As a winter sports writer I spend more time snowboarding than my knees are happy with. In this review of IMBRACE…
In August 2023 I went downhill mountain biking in Belleville Valley, France. Despite awful weather, during this review of Les Menuires MTB I had a great time in this French Alps bike park. You can expect great infrastructure and excellent…
Looking for a duffle bag that will withstand the ups and downs of travel? Then have a read of my 70L duffle bag review to find out why I love this large versatile luggage by Helly Hansen. I tested Helly…
