Gear Editor’s Column

  • Gear Editor’s Column: Hilleberg Niak Tent

    Gear Editor’s Column: Hilleberg Niak Tent

    21st September 2017

    Chris Townsend is a world-leading authority on outdoor gear. In his weekly column, he assesses new innovations and tests exclusive early samples of new kit. This week he looks at a tough, roomy tent from Hilleberg

  • Gear Editor’s Column: A Visit To Komperdell

    Gear Editor’s Column: A Visit To Komperdell

    13th September 2017

    Chris Townsend is a world-leading authority on outdoor gear. In his weekly column, he assesses new innovations and tests exclusive early samples of new kit. This week he sees for himself how trekking poles are manufactured

  • Gear Editor’s Column: Berghaus Fast Hike 45 Pack

    Gear Editor’s Column: Berghaus Fast Hike 45 Pack

    10th September 2017

    Chris Townsend is a world-leading authority on outdoor gear. In his weekly column, he assesses new innovations and tests exclusive early samples of new kit. This week he looks at an innovative new ultralight pack from Berghaus

  • Gear Editor’s Column: Doughnut Woodland Daypack

    Gear Editor’s Column: Doughnut Woodland Daypack

    1st September 2017

    Chris Townsend is a world-leading authority on outdoor gear. In his weekly column, he assesses new innovations and tests exclusive early samples of new kit. This week he looks at a new daypack

  • Gear Editor’s Column: Lifeventure Ultralight Dry Bags

    Gear Editor’s Column: Lifeventure Ultralight Dry Bags

    23rd August 2017

    Chris Townsend is a world-leading authority on outdoor gear. In his weekly column, he assesses new innovations and tests exclusive early samples of new kit. This week he looks at Lifeventure Ultralight Dry Bags

  • Gear Editor’s Column: Primus PrimeTech Stove Set 1.3L

    Gear Editor’s Column: Primus PrimeTech Stove Set 1.3L

    2nd August 2017

    Chris Townsend is a world-leading authority on outdoor gear. In his weekly column, he assesses new innovations and tests exclusive early samples of new kit. This week he reviews a multi-person stove set from Primus

  • Gear Editor’s Column: Care Plus Travel Set & Netspex

    Gear Editor’s Column: Care Plus Travel Set & Netspex

    21st July 2017

    Chris Townsend is a world-leading authority on outdoor gear. In his weekly column, he assesses new innovations and tests exclusive early samples of new kit. This week he examines essential sun and insect protection for the summer months

  • Gear Editor’s Column: Lightwave s20 Sigma single-skin tent

    Gear Editor’s Column: Lightwave s20 Sigma single-skin tent

    12th July 2017

    Chris Townsend is a world-leading authority on outdoor gear. In his weekly column, he assesses new innovations and tests exclusive early samples of new kit. This week he is impressed by Lightwave's innovative new approach to single-skin tent design with the S20 Sigma