Straight-up reviews of water, beach and outdoor gear.

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Razor Kayaks X2 High-Pressure Review

The Razor Kayaks X2 High-Pressure is one of our best inflatable 2-person kayaks UK for good reason. It’s a comfortable, easy-to-use performance machine, and you won’t get a kayak like this for this price anywhere else.

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Razor Kayaks R2 Ultra Review

Built with the same materials found in rescue boats, the Razor Kayaks R2 Ultra is our pick of 2-person inflatable kayaks. It’s super high quality, versatile, and best of all - great to paddle. Read more in our Razor Kayaks R2 Ultra review.

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The North Face Blue Kazoo

The North Face Blue Kazoo is a mummy-shaped bag that offers a great balance of warmth and quality at a reasonable weight and price. It has great water repellency and uses soft, breathable fabrics with good warmth distribution. Read more in our Blue Kazoo review.

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Therm-a-Rest Hyperion 20

At a mere 1lb 4oz/600g, the Therm-a-Rest Hyperion is INSANELY light for a sleeping bag of this quality. It's been specifically engineered to be light weight so it's perfect for longer hikes - but keep in mind that does mean some compromises. Read more in our detailed sleeping bag review.

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The Best Two-Person Inflatable Kayak UK 2025

Looking for a two-person inflatable kayak review that compares all the best options out there? Read on for our expert analysis of our ten best two-person inflatable kayaks UK 2025.

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Intex Challenger K2 Review

The Intex Challenger K2 is clearly made for casual and occasional recreational paddling. We were impressed by the stability of this kayak, and its incredibly low cost - however, there are significant downsides. Read more in our Intex Challenger K2 review.

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Driftsun Rover 220 Review

Just like its 1 person counterpart, we’re impressed with the performance and the features that make this work for rapids! With its high pressure valves and 8 self-bailing ports, you know it’s going to be an adventure. Read more in our detailed kayak review.

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Sea Eagle 330 Review

The Sea Eagle 330 comes first on portability and weight, and is a great choice for family splash-arounds. We analyse its pros and cons in our detailed Sea Eagle 330 review.

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Intex Excursion Pro K2 Review

The Intex Excursion Pro K2 is a great entry-level choice that gives good performance at a lower price point. Read more in our in-depth Intex Excursion Pro K2 review.

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Aquaglide Navarro 145 Review

When we look at the Aquaglide Navarro 145, we see a great deal of versatility and durability. It’s well-built with the 600 denier hex ripstop polyester and the drop-stitch floor. Read more in our in-depth review.

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Itiwit X500 2P Review

The Itiwit X500 is way better than its 1 person in so many ways, particularly in its quality. It comes with a rigid drop-stitch floor, and it was easier to manoeuvre despite its low profile. If you’re looking for speed, this is a great option. Read more in our in-depth review.

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Aquaglide McKenzie 125 Review

If you’re looking for an easy to inflate kayak that performs well on the water, you’re in for an adventure with the Aquaglide Mckenzie 125! As an upscale version from its older models, it has made significant changes and you bet it’s definitely a competitive one on the market.

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Gumotex Rush 2 Review

The Gumotex Rush 2 promises stability and speed for touring on the coast, and has ample storage space for when we want to refuel and grab a sandwich. It weighs a good 15.5 kg and packs down to a compact size of 64 x 48 x 28 cm.

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Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Review

Performance-wise, the Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite exceeded our expectations. Stability, rigidity, and the nitty-gritty details that made the experience fun and worry-free. It’s a great choice for proper touring and recreational use.

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Sea to Summit Traverse Tv3

Sea to Summit typically makes well-constructed products, and their Traverse Tv3 is yet another example. While not as warm as others we tried, the synthetic fill helps keep the price down, and it’s clearly a durable bag that will last you a long time. We also like its unique triple zipper design that helps adjust the bag for warmer or cooler nights.

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Kelty Cosmic Ultra 20F

The Kelty Cosmic Ultra 20F is a quality bag at a great intersection of warmth, weight, comfort and cost. Though mummy shaped, it has a slightly wider foot box so there was a reasonable amount of room to move, the zips worked well and the internal pocket was conveniently placed.

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Razor Kayaks R1 Ultra Review

Razor Kayaks’ R1 Ultra is number on in our best inflatable kayak review for a whole bunch of reasons. It’s super well-made, easy to set up and pack down, and excellent value.

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Best Kids Wetsuits UK 2025

Want to know how to choose the best kids wetsuit? We take you through our top five, with pointers on what to look for.

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Top 5 Best Backpacking Tents UK 2025

Lightweight. Waterproof. Comfortable. Easy to set up. Our top five backpacking tents tick all the boxes - read on for our pick of the best backpacking tents for UK conditions.

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Top 5 Best Sleeping Bags UK 2025

After a long day on the trail, there are few things as important as a warm, comfortable sleeping bag. Here are our top five picks for best sleeping bag UK.

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