Welcome to The Adventure Vine, where we share our passion for outdoor adventures and travel with you. Our goal is to help you find the best products and services for your adventures, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned explorer.
To achieve this goal, we have created these review guidelines, which explain how we conduct our reviews and what we look for in the products and services we recommend.
What We Do
Our reviews are based on the following criteria:
✅ Regulatory Advice
We adhere to the standards and regulations of the relevant regulatory bodies in our niche, such as the UIAA, the IAATO, and the ATTA. These bodies provide advice and guidance on the safety, quality, and ethics of the products and services in our niche. We only recommend products and services that comply with their advice and guidance.
✅ Reviews
We use a mix of hands-on testing, customer feedback, and expert opinions to evaluate the products and services we review. We try the products ourselves whenever we can, and we also read the ratings and reviews from real customers on various platforms. We also talk to industry experts and professionals to get their insights and perspectives on the products and services we review. For example, when we reviewed the best hiking boots, we tested them on different terrains and weather conditions, we read hundreds of customer reviews on Amazon and REI, and we interviewed a certified hiking guide and a podiatrist.
✅ Brand History
We research the history and reputation of the brands behind the products and services we review. We look at their product information, recalls, and previous manufacturing issues. We only recommend products and services from reputable and trustworthy brands that have proven quality standards and customer service.
✅ Quality & Safety
We assess the quality and safety of the products and services we review, based on their materials, design, features, and performance. We only recommend products and services that are durable, functional, and safe for our readers and the environment. For example, all our recommendations for camping gear are made of high-quality, weather-resistant materials, and have safety certifications from the UIAA or the ACA.
✅ Pricing and Positioning
We understand that our readers have different budgets and preferences, so we offer a range of recommendations for various price points and needs. We only recommend premium products and services when the benefits are clear and worth the extra cost. We always scrutinize the advantages of premium materials, features, and warranties. We also compare the products and services we review with their competitors and alternatives, to help our readers make informed decisions.
✅ Availability
We only recommend products and services that are widely available and accessible to our readers. We check the availability and delivery options of the products and services we review, and we only recommend those that offer country-wide or international shipping, depending on our target audience. We also provide links to the official websites or trusted online retailers where our readers can purchase the products and services we recommend.
What We Don’t Do
Our reviews avoid these practices:
❌ Sponsorships
We don’t write reviews in exchange for monetary compensation or free products or services. We always clearly disclose when a post has been sponsored or when we have been gifted a product or service for review. We always maintain our editorial independence and integrity, and we never let our sponsors influence our opinions or recommendations.
❌ Facts
We never ignore facts and advice provided by regulatory bodies or scientific research in our niche. We always use proven, reliable data and sources to support our claims and recommendations. We never recommend unregulated or unsafe products or services or make false claims based on pseudoscience or personal beliefs.
❌ Ethical Concerns
We consider any prominent ethical concerns in our niche, such as environmental or social issues. We never recommend products or services that are tested on animals, contain harmful chemicals, or exploit human or natural resources. We always promote products and services that are eco-friendly, socially responsible, and ethical.
What To Do Now?
If you are still here it means you are looking for some good fishing and camping guides.
The good news is, that we have prepared to help you achieve that so from here you can either:
- Read our camping guide to improve your knowledge of camping
- Read our fishing guide to improve your knowledge of camping
We hope you enjoy the content we worked so hard to put together, and if you have any suggestions to help us improve our site, we’d love to hear them.