22nd April 2024
How to look after your waterproof jacket
Outdoor gear expert Chris Townsend gives a few pointers on how to look after your waterproof jacket and make it last longer.
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22nd April 2024
How to fit and choose a backpack for hiking
Backpacking expert Chris Townsend explains how to find your perfect fit in the backpack department.
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22nd April 2024
What are the different types of hiking backpack?
Do you know your daypacks from your 55l? How big is a good hydration pack? How lightweight is lightweight enough? We answer your burning pack questions.
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20th April 2024
Are Pop-up tents waterproof?
Are pop-up tents waterproof? You’re about to start planning a camping trip and you’ve seen a pop-up tent in our guide to the best pop-up tents that fits your needs but the weather forecast is…
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26th March 2024
Do you need hiking gloves for scrambling?
If you're new to scrambling, you'll want to be prepared from head to toe for the spicier side of hillwalking. But should that include gloves for scrambling?
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26th March 2024
What is the difference between hiking gloves for winter, summer and liner gloves?
With hundreds of hiking glove options out there, which would fit your adventures like... well, a glove?
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26th March 2024
How to waterproof your hiking gloves
Wet hands can lead to dangerously cold and numb fingers in the hills. Invest in your comfort and safety by giving your gloves some TLC.
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26th February 2024
Foot care for hikers: How to protect your feet on hillwalks
Don’t treat your feet as an afterthought next time you’re in the mountains.
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25th February 2024
Mountain weather phenomena: fogbows, inversions, Aurora, Brocken spectres and more
From Brocken Spectres to Aurora, photographer James Roddie shares his hard-won tips on how to spot the seven wonders of the mountains.
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22nd February 2024
A home on two wheels: How to pack for a bikepacking trip
Ray Wood outlines the bits of kit you may not have thought of packing before you get on your bike.
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21st January 2024
Skills: How to avoid hikers’ fatigue when hillwalking
Hikers' fatigue doesn’t have to spoil your day, says Alex Roddie – there are things you can do to stave it off and feel fresh for longer.
