The best everyday carry knife for hiking is one you can legally carry, grip securely and use comfortably for the jobs your trip involves. For everyday trail tasks, a compact pocket knife or multitool may be enough for opening food packaging, cutting cord and making small gear repairs. There is no need to choose the […]
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Advice on what to buy for travel
Frequent flyers are recommending a simple tape-and-check routine to reduce the chance of damaged suitcase wheels in checked baggage.
Travel can disrupt even the simplest routine. Early flights, long journeys, hotel stays, changing climates, and packed schedules can all make contact lens care more difficult than it is at home. A little preparation can make a big difference, especially when familiar products or a clean, private place to handle your lenses may not be […]
Walk into an outdoor shop as a new hiker and it can feel as though a gentle afternoon trail requires enough equipment for an expedition. It does not. The right accessories depend on the route, weather, distance, terrain and how far you will be from help. A short, well-marked woodland walk needs a different setup […]
These top 6 travel bags that you can get on Amazon cover the journeys most of us actually take, including city breaks, carry-on flights, road trips and longer holidays.





