Most people assume bigger means better when it comes to campervan awnings. But take it from someone who’s wrestled soaked canvas in sideways rain – bulk doesn’t equal bliss. I found that out the hard way on a stormy weekend in Snowdonia, where setup turned into a two-hour endurance test
Most people think any old down jacket will do the job in a British winter. Then the heavens open, the wind bites, and you’re soaked through before your first tea break. That’s why the Rab Valiance Jacket isn’t just “another puffy” – it’s designed to survive the worst kind of
Most campers think they can get by with a torch and a rusty stove – until the batteries die, the heater gives up, and your phone’s flat before breakfast. I’ve been there. Freezing in a tent with no light and a half-boiled kettle is no badge of honour – it’s
You don’t need the biggest, bulkiest boots to take on Britain’s hills. But you do need a pair that can handle soaked trails, rocky scrambles, and long miles without shredding your feet. I’ve made the mistake – cheap boots, wet toes, and blisters the size of pound coins after a
People often look at folding e-bikes and assume they’re flimsy, underpowered, or only good for a gentle pedal to the shops. If you buy that myth, you’ll miss out on a genuine beast like the Lankeleisi X3000 Max. This is a folding e-bike built like a tank, and made for
Not all bike racks are made equal, especially when you’re hauling e-bikes, chunky mountain bikes, or gear-heavy rides on a camping trip. If you’ve ever stood in a windy car park trying to balance a heavy frame on a flimsy rack, you’ll know exactly what I mean. One wrong move
Let’s get one thing straight – your choice of daypack matters. More than you think. I’ve learned this the soggy way, dragging a sad excuse for a backpack across Dartmoor in sideways rain, straps slicing into my shoulders like cheese wire, and everything inside turning to soup, including my map.
Most hikers believe a GPS is just for dropping pins and following lines. But when you’re halfway up a cloud-covered ridge with zero phone signal and a map turning to mush in your pocket, you realise just how much depends on your kit. I found that out the hard way
If you’ve ever tried wrestling a full-sized vacuum around a narrow caravan aisle, you’ll know it’s not fun. Big hoovers might do the job at home, but in a van? They’re awkward, bulky, and just not built for tight corners and muddy boot prints. That’s why a compact, lightweight, and
Most people think a waterproof jacket’s “just in case” gear. Truth is, if you’re spending any decent amount of time outdoors in the UK, you’re going to get rained on. Doesn’t matter if you’re hiking in the Lakes, cycling to work, or just nipping to the shop, it’ll catch you
