Our Gear Reviews
Whether we are following the coastal cliffs of the or climbing towards Torre in the Serra da Estrela, our margin for error is slim. This hub is dedicated to the boots, packs, apparel, navigation apps and technical gear that have survived our demanding environments. We only review what we actively use and genuinely trust to keep us moving forward.
We don’t do unboxing videos. We do field tests. Whether we are following the coastal cliffs of the Rota Vicentina or climbing towards Torre in the Serra da Estrela, our margin for error is slim. This hub is dedicated to the boots, packs, apparel, navigation apps and technical gear that have survived our demanding environments. We only review what we actively use and genuinely trust to keep us moving forward.
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Hiking Apps & Navigation
Before any boot, the first piece of gear we install is a map. These two reviews cover the apps we pay for and the one we recommend to most walkers.
Best Hiking Apps: Hiiker Review – Free Offline Maps Without the Cost
When you are comparing the best hiking apps, the features that usually matter most are…
AllTrails Subscription Review – The App Every Walker Should Know About
If you walk, hike or simply like being outside, an AllTrails subscription is the upgrade…
How We Test
Every item on this page has done at least one full multi-day trip with us. We note what broke, what chafed, what we left in the car, and what we would buy again. Prices are what we paid, in euros, on the date in the article. Sponsored gear is labelled as such; so far there has been none.
What We Are Testing Next
Trail runners versus mid boots for the Fisherman’s Trail, a 30–40 litre pack for weekend trips, and a compact rain shell that fits under a camera strap. Reviews will appear here once they have earned it.
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