18th June 2024
How to clean a tent
Tent Care 101: The Great Outdoors explains the important process of how to clean a tent to ensure its longevity.
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17th June 2024
How to choose hiking pants: our guide to trousers for walking and backpacking
Will Renwick, gives his advice for choosing the right kind of hiking pants for your outdoor adventures
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10th June 2024
How to avoid midgies
Alex Roddie has had his fair share of midge-infested camps. Here he shares his top tips on alleviating the agonies of the next midgie apocalypse.
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4th June 2024
Skills: How to move fast in the mountains
Keri Wallace, ML and founder of Girls on Hills, knows how to move fast in mountains. She shares her hacks and how to avoid weekend warrior pitfalls.
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28th May 2024
Can walking boots be resoled or repaired?
These boots were made for walking but sometimes the soles get walked through. So, here's a guide to resoling or repairing your walking boots.
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28th May 2024
How to make your hiking backpack waterproof
Although the fabric of most backpacks is waterproof, the seams, stitching and zips aren't. So, how can you make your backpack waterproof?
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28th May 2024
What is the difference between trail shoes and hiking shoes?
The Great Outdoors examines the difference between trail shoes and hiking shoes for your adventures.
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22nd April 2024
Do you need a sleeping mat for camping?
The Great Outdoors advises on whether or not you need a sleeping mat for camping. A comfortable night under the stars awaits.
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22nd April 2024
Keela: Kit fit for mending mountains
Equipment Editor Chris Townsend discovers first-hand the importance of durability during intensive path repairs on An Teallach.
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22nd April 2024
What are the different types of sleeping mats?
Getting a good night's sleep outdoors is something of a dark art. Discover what sleeping mat is best for you.
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22nd April 2024
How to repair waterproof jackets
The Great Outdoors demonstrates how to repair waterproof jackets - including tears and rips - to elevate your British-weather-ready gear skills.
