Lara Dunn

England

Freelance magazine editor & writer- francophile, traveller, lover of strange new places, bicycles, books, bees & cats. Erstwhile professional zombie.

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Articles

48 Hours in Saint-Gilles-du-Gard

1 month ago | francetoday.com | Lara Dunn |Keith Van Sickle

First published: February 26, 2025 by Lara Dunn With a fascinating religious past of its own, Saint-Gilles-du-Gard is also the perfect place to stay as a gateway to the Camargue. Stretching north from the mediterranean towards the Parc National des Cévennes, the department of Gard is home to the city of Nîmes with its world-famous Roman ruins including the Arena and both the UNESCO heritage Maison Carrée and Pont du Gard.
In the Footsteps of Matisse in Nice

Dec 5, 2024 | francetoday.com | Lara Dunn |Justin Postlethwaite |Dominic Bliss |Martha Sessums

First published: December 5, 2024 by Lara Dunn Artist Henri Matisse was known for his use of intense colour: we follow in his footsteps along the Côte d’Azur to see where his inspiration came from… 📢 As you scroll through the beautiful images, why not listen to our narrated article? It’s a great way for France Today Members to dive deeper into the story while enjoying the visuals.
An Analysis of PET Maximum SUV Among Head and Neck Cancer Patients Receiving Photon and Proton Radiation

Mar 16, 2024 | redjournal.org | Daniel Kallini |Anton Nosov |Linda Chen |Lara Dunn

Abstract One main advantage of proton therapy versus photon therapy is its precise radiation delivery to targets without exit dose, resulting in lower dose to surrounding healthy tissues. This is critical given the proximity of head and neck tumors to normal structures.
Osprey Hikelite 26 Review

Jan 26, 2024 | thegreatoutdoorsmag.com | Lara Dunn

The Hikelite 26 is part of Osprey’s more budget-friendly pared down range, the £100 price point of the Hikelite 26 presents good value for a pack with the Osprey pedigree behind it. It lives up to its name and is incredibly light, yet has all the features you could wish for from a daypack. At 26 litres in capacity it can carry most of what would be needed for a day out in the hills, but perversely isn’t quite as spacious as the on-paper smaller capacity Vaude Skomer 24.
Vaude Skomer 24 Review

Jan 26, 2024 | thegreatoutdoorsmag.com | Lara Dunn

Whilst the Vaude Skomer 24 tips in at just over our suggested price cap of £100 for “budget daypacks”, we forgave it on the grounds that there were so few female specific daypacks available at this price bracket in the first place, and that all said and done, it’s a very good pack! With a raft of features, a lot of effort has gone into creating a daypack that genuinely answers the needs of a demanding female hiker.
The Cycling Bible by Chris Sidwells

Oct 29, 2023 | road.cc | Lara Dunn

The Cycling Bible by Chris Sidwells is an all-in-one guide to bikes, kit, fitness, nutrition and training. It's aimed primarily at less experienced cyclists, but even the most hard-bitten rider could probably learn something. However, being quite a broad-spectrum guide it doesn't hang together that well, and I can't help feeling it might have been better split into two separate books, each focused more closely on its target audience.
Grangers Wash + Repel Clothing 2 in 1

May 10, 2023 | road.cc | Lara Dunn |Bluesign approved

If you're looking to freshen up outer layers and help restore their water repellency with minimal hassle, Grangers Wash + Repel Clothing 2 in 1 is easy to use and does a decent job of cleaning, but doesn't do much to spruce up flagging water repellency. Washing waterproof and water-resistant bits of kit can be stressful, for fear of stripping out the water repellency with traditional detergents. But, if you don't wash them then a) they stink eventually and b) they stop being breathable.
Magicshine Windbreaker Classic Sunglasses

Apr 29, 2023 | road.cc | Adjustable nose-pad |Rugged semi-hard case |Lara Dunn

VERDICT: 10 Stylish, effective, light and comfortable, they punch far above their weight for the price ComfortableAdjustable nose-pad Good optical clarity Rugged semi-hard case Very light Great value for money Nose-piece is just about visible in wear This product has been selected to feature in road.cc recommends. That means it's not just scored well, but we think it stands out as special.
French Department Guide: Corrèze, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Apr 19, 2023 | completefrance.com | Lara Dunn

First published: 19 April 2023 by Lara Dunn It may be best known for its stunning wild landscapes and outdoor activities but Lara Dunn finds out there’s plenty more to enjoy here in the middle of FranceNamed after the River Corrèze that runs through the département for its entire length, Corrèze is one of the original 83 départements created in 1790 during the French Revolution.
Proviz REFLECT360 Bike Helmet

Mar 19, 2023 | road.cc | Lara Dunn

The Proviz REFLECT360 Helmet offers about as much after-dark visibility as it's possible to cram into a helmet. It's a comfortable and capable all-purpose lid at a good price, albeit with a slightly heavy weight. And with just a few minor tweaks to the straps and the visor it could be a truly outstanding helmet. This is a fully featured helmet designed to offer the ultimate in after-dark visibility and enhanced riding safety.