Product & Gear Reviews

I’ve just finished testing the Quechua MH100 Mid Waterproof on typical British trails — muddy fields, woodland tracks and a few rocky bits to see if these budget boots are worth it. Short answer: for everyday walks and weekend rambles, they punch way above their price.

I tested the Salomon X Ultra 5 MID GTX on classic British terrain to see if these lightweight hiking boots live up to the hype. Are they your next three-season favourite — or a touch underfoot-sensitive for our stonier trails?

The Muddy Vibe Si-14 Lightweight Low-Top is a hybrid hiking shoe designed for breathability, comfort and all-day wear, whether you’re on light trails or walking city streets. It’s built more like a chunky trainer than a traditional hiking shoe, with a focus on grip, style, and a lightweight, responsive feel underfoot.

Check out the – Hoka Trail Code GORE-TEX – I went for the ‘blue graphite / blue coral’ colour. I was looking for a pair of walking boots that I could wear primarily in the… Read more: Review: HOKA Trail Code GORE-TEX Walking Boots, covering comfort, durability, and performance on various terrains.

All of my walking guides and adventures are free to read, and always will be. To help keep them coming, I’ve partnered with a few carefully chosen affiliate sites — including Booking.com, GetYourGuide, and Skyscanner.… Read more: Review: TOG24 Mens Drax Funnel Down Jacket

The Helly Hansen Verglas Micro Shell waterproof trousers are some of the lightest, most packable waterproof overtrousers I’ve tested, and crucially, they don’t sacrifice performance to get there. Built with Helly Tech® Performance fabric, they keep rain out without turning you into a sweaty mess on the inside.

If you’ve flown with Ryanair or EasyJet, you’ll know how strict they can be about luggage, and how quickly the costs add up if your bag doesn’t meet their rules. With limited free luggage size and steep upgrade fees, finding the right suitcase is crucial if you want to avoid charges and stress at the gate.

The Helly Hansen Generator 20L backpack is a thoughtfully designed daypack tailored for short to mid-length UK adventures. Weighing in at just over a kilo, it features an ultra-breathable 3D Air Mesh back panel, easy-access front loading, sturdy YKK zippers and a host of smart storage options — including hip belt pockets and a hydration sleeve.

How to Claim Your AllTrails Discount AllTrails is hands-down one of my favourite apps for finding, planning and tracking hikes. I use it for everything from quick Sunday loops to full-on mountain missions. And right… Read more: AllTrails Discount Code – 30% Off AllTrails Plus Membership

I’ll start with a true story. One night I’m doom-scrolling through Instagram and an advert pops-up showing a mobile network that says it uses 100% of it’s profits to restore nature. I honestly thought, “Ye right”, but I clicked through, saw Ecotalk, saw Chris Packham involved as Chief Ecologist, and thought, this actually looks legit.

Disclosure: this page contains affiliate links. If you buy through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you — it helps keep Welsh Man Walking alive. Diolch! Claim 10% Discount… Read more: Sim Local Review + Discount Code: Staying Connected for 5 days in the Dolomites. Best eSim for travelling in Italy & Europe.

I recently used Roamless on a trip to Chamonix, France. We stayed in town, and the company we went with ‘Mont Blank Guides’ drove us through Italy and Switzerland to summit Gran Paradiso and Allalinhorn, 2 x 4000+ meter mountains, and all the while I was able to stay connected.

AllTrails is a web and mobile app built for people who love the outdoors, this includes walkers, trail runners, mountain explorers, and Sunday strollers. You can browse hundreds of thousands of trails worldwide, read real reviews, check trail conditions, and follow GPS-tracked maps from your phone.

London is packed with world-famous sights, but it can feel overwhelming to try and fit everything in. The Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour makes life easier. Sit back on the open-top deck, listen to the commentary, and let the bus do the hard work while you decide where to hop off and explore.

If you’ve been following my walks, you’ll know I plan, track, and share my routes with Outdooractive. The free version is great for starting out, but if you’re serious about hiking, exploring, or just finding… Read more: Review and All the Benefits of Upgrading to Outdooractive Pro & Pro+ (and a 10 Euro Discount Code!)

Japan has been a very trendy destination in the last couple of years, connectivity is a important matter in this country specially because of the language barrier, so it is important that you consider how to have internet connection while visiting this country, this is highly important because most likely you will need to use Google Maps to move around the streets of Tokyo and don’t get lost in Shinjuku station, also to translate menus and make reservations at different restaurants and of course stay connected to be able to communicate with your family and friends. 

Japan has been a very trendy destination in the last couple of years, connectivity is a important matter in this country specially because of the language barrier, so it is important that you consider how to have internet connection while visiting this country, this is highly important because most likely you will need to use Google Maps to move around the streets of Tokyo and don’t get lost in Shinjuku station, also to translate menus and make reservations at different restaurants and of course stay connected to be able to communicate with your family and friends. 

If you’ve flown with Ryanair or EasyJet, you’ll know how strict they can be about luggage, and how quickly the costs add up if your bag doesn’t meet their rules. With limited free luggage size and steep upgrade fees, finding the right suitcase is crucial if you want to avoid charges and stress at the gate.

Japan has been a very trendy destination in the last couple of years, connectivity is a important matter in this country specially because of the language barrier, so it is important that you consider how to have internet connection while visiting this country, this is highly important because most likely you will need to use Google Maps to move around the streets of Tokyo and don’t get lost in Shinjuku station, also to translate menus and make reservations at different restaurants and of course stay connected to be able to communicate with your family and friends. 

The Helly Hansen Generator 20L backpack is a thoughtfully designed daypack tailored for short to mid-length UK adventures. Weighing in at just over a kilo, it features an ultra-breathable 3D Air Mesh back panel, easy-access front loading, sturdy YKK zippers and a host of smart storage options — including hip belt pockets and a hydration sleeve.

I’ve been using Skyscanner for years, it’s still one of the best tools I’ve found for finding cheap flights, comparing options across multiple airlines, and booking quickly. I have saved money on travel, so this is a site you’ll want to go-to. I have used it for all my hiking trips in Europe, and also for family weekend breaks, I tend to travel when I can find a flight that suits my travel budget at the time.

All of my walking guides and adventures are free to read, and always will be. To help keep them coming, I’ve partnered with a few carefully chosen affiliate sites — including Booking.com, GetYourGuide, and Skyscanner.… Read more: Water-to-Go supporting us on our Mont Blanc challenge. A Water Filter Bottle with NASA developed filtration technology, named 2024 ‘Best Water Bottle For Travel’.

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The Saily eSIM was an essential addition to my travel toolkit for my recent hiking trip to Norway. Safety is a top priority for me, so I needed a reliable, easy-to-use mobile connection for accessing… Read more: Review: Saily top UK eSIM service by NordVPN Security, affordable data plans for international travel + 5% Discount Code using ‘WMW5’, used in Norway.