8th September 2024
How to look after your hiking boots
Six top tips to ensure your boots are in tip-top shape for the change of season, including how to clean them, reproof them, and keep them stored.
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1st September 2024
Are sleeping mats waterproof?
From foam to self-inflating mats, we examine whether sleeping mats are really waterproof - and how to protect your kit.
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1st September 2024
How to store and transport your camping stove
Does your camping stove live in your backpack awaiting the next adventure? Perhaps that's not wise. Here's why.
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1st September 2024
What are the different types of camping stoves?
Any hungry hiker will know the value of a good camping stove. But which should you choose to cook your camp food?
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1st September 2024
Hand warmers for hiking: a help or hinderance?
Is it possible to banish the winter bite with hand warmers for hiking during the colder months? The Great Outdoors investigates.
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1st September 2024
How to stay dry when hiking
Staying dry in bad weather can feel like a dark art. Alex Roddie shares top tips for hillwalkers including a reality check…
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24th July 2024
How to waterproof your walking boots
Walking for miles with wet feet really takes the fun out of rambles. The good news is, anyone can learn how to waterproof your walking boots.
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24th July 2024
What are the alternatives to sleeping bags?
Whether it's weight, comfort or cost that's putting you off, The Great Outdoors examines some alternatives to sleeping bags for wild camping.
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23rd July 2024
Pop-up tent: Good or Bad?
With the promise of easy pitching and affordable pricing, pop-up tents have grown in popularity over the past few years. Although pop-up tents have been on the market for some time, opinions about them remain…
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23rd July 2024
Are Pop-Up Tents Good For Wild Camping?
Wild camping was once firmly in the domain of those who would happily drop a few hundred pounds on the counter of their local outdoor shop in order to save a couple of grams on…
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23rd July 2024
What are hiking gloves?
Toasty hands are not just a luxury on the hills, but a necessity. So, what are hiking gloves and what type of glove is right for you?
