If there’s one thing I wish the outdoors community in the UK embraced more, it’s hammocking. Specifically, I think it would be great if more people were encouraged to simply have a go, if only for just an hour or two on a fine day. For those of you who already know what all the […]
Ever since I was a child, I’ve always loved packing a rucksack for a trip out and about. Could be an hour or two, could be the whole day – it doesn’t matter. The point is, every little trip was / is an adventure of some kind. The process of picking a few choice items, […]
What do you do when you discover a break in the handle of your trusty outdoor mug? You turn it into a paracord project, of course! I’ve had this Thermos Thermocafé for years – you’ve no doubt seen it in other pictures and videos featuring my outdoor exploits along the way. It just keeps on […]
Hidden in plain sight – just the way I like it! There are so many things that appeal to me about hammocking – from the comfort and ease of use to the infinite possibilities when it comes to tailoring one’s setup to be the perfect match. Overwhelmingly, though, the thing I love most is the […]
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). You Might Also Like…The Best Time To Be Outdoors In A HammockHammock Setup In The BabbinHidden In Plain SightTest/Review: ENO SingleNest Hammock + Atlas…It’s About Time For A Re-boot, Don’t You […]
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 you’re used to seeing me with – in its appearance, functionality and list of features – and was designed for […]
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 use technology to continually raise the bar. My use of them covers all seasons and varying scenarios […]
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 few hours during what had been a very busy week. In this week’s show, then, I’m sharing […]
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 all started when I put out a request on Facebook, seeing if anyone knew of anyone who […]
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 order to conveniently capture some time-lapse for social media purposes. And as you’ll hear, it was probably just […]
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 fit for my day-to-day activities, with walking boots and ‘heavier’ trail shoes being reserved for the more challenging of […]
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 experimentation have told me what works best for me. For example, there are occasions when Peli […]
