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What good is a lightweight spoon if it can’t reach the last mouthful in your meal pouch? The TOAKS long handle spoon for dehydrated meals is designed for that awkward moment, when a short utensil leaves food at the botto…

More cookware does not always make a better camp kitchen. The right cook sets give you the smallest complete kit for your group, stove and style of cooking, whether you’re packing light for a solo trip or sharing meals a…

What if the extra pan in your cook kit is useful at camp but dead weight on the trail? The TOAKS 1100ml pot with pan nesting system pairs two cooking pieces, but whether that arrangement makes sense depends on the meals …

The lightest stove isn’t always the easiest choice at camp. In the jetboil flash vs msr pocketrocket deluxe comparison, the key difference is what you’re carrying: the Jetboil Flash is an integrated cooking system weighi…

Buying more gadgets won't save a wet weekend in the hills; your setup is only as good as the system behind it. Most outdoor enthusiasts have suffered through sodden sleeping bags, bent alloy pegs, and packs bursting with…

What if the lightest pot in your pack is actually the reason you're wasting fuel and burning your dinner? Many trekkers focus so much on shaving grams that they end up with thin metal that warps under high heat or leaves…

What if the heaviest part of your next wild camping trip isn't the rucksack on your back, but the nagging worry that you've packed the wrong gear for a sudden downpour or a freezing night on a remote moor? It's a common …

You shouldn't have to choose between a heavy pack and a heavy price tag when heading into the hills. For many UK wild campers, the search for a mountain-ready shelter that weighs less than a kilo often feels like a losin…

Why spend £600 on a boutique American ultralight tent when you can get the same mountain-ready performance for a third of the price? It's a question more hikers are asking as they look to shed weight without draining the…

Is it really possible to survive a week in the Lake District with a tent that costs less than a pair of high-end boots? Many hikers assume that ultralight is just another word for expensive, leading to the belief that yo…

Imagine you're huddled under a dripping tarp in the Lake District, your fingers are numb, and all you want is a steaming brew to stop the shivering. We've all been there; fiddling with damp matches while a standard burne…

Did you know that solo camping saw a massive 39% increase in popularity recently? It seems more of us are craving the quiet solitude of the hills, yet the reality of carrying your entire life on your back can be daunting…