KNOWLEDGE
When you buy equipment and clothing from a specialist shop you get a LOT more than just your purchase. There’ll be tips, suggestions and questions that get you thinking about what you really need. All of this is essential for your decision to buy the very best piece of kit for you. It’s almost impossible to experience the same level of service when you are buying online so why not pick up the phone?
In fact, before your call, take a look below and you may very well find some free tips and pointers creating questions you didn’t even know you needed to ask…….
CLOTHING
Great outdoor clothing is not fashion clothing, its price is dictated by the massive amount of science involved in keeping you warm, dry and comfortable in extreme climates. It really is clothing as equipment and as with all specialist equipment you need to know a bit about how it works to get the best out of it.
CLIMBING
Click through for a wealth of knowledge on all things climbing. Whether you are just venturing onto outdoor rock, getting into alpine climbing, wanting to sample the delights of winter mountaineering, ice fall climbing or expeditions you’ll find some great tips here.
CAMPING
From tents to stoves, from midge repellants to packable salt and pepper shakers the world of camping is full of gadgets to make life lighter, luxurious and more comfortable. Some are worth their weight in gold – others, well, they just take up extra space in your pack. When it comes to choosing a new tent or sleeping bag, however, you really don’t want to make a costly mistake!
sleeping
A good night’s sleep is key to enjoying your time in the hills and vital for physical and mental recovery. Keeping toasty while you sleep is important because your body will naturally drop in temperature during deep rest but the choice of bags and mats available is huge. Start learning what sleeping system is best for you here.
cooking
Food = Fuel so to enjoy your time out in the hills; you need to eat and drink well! But there are sooooooo many stoves available - how do you choose? One answer is that you don’t – you simply buy one for every scenario but then there are the pan sets, utensils and different fuels to consider. Click through for top tips on creating your ultimate camp kitchen.
backpacks
Your spine is the key to good health throughout your life and making sure you protect it by carrying your kit correctly is something we take very seriously. Thanks to modern technology, carrying heavy loads needn’t be a burden on your body. Find out about the massive amount of science involved in carrying loads efficiently for your personal body shape here.
TENTS
There’s nothing better than hunkering down safe and snug in your tent during a storm and there is nothing worse than having to hang on to your tent in a howling gale! Click through to make sure you don’t have to experience the latter.
FOOTWEAR
If your feet aren’t happy then you’re not happy. They’re delicate and need protecting so choosing from a wall of boots can be a pretty daunting task. It’s best to fit your boots in person so go prepared!
Podcasts
Join Cathy and Wayne as they chat about the pro's (and the con's) of technical outdoor clothing and equipment. Outdoor Gear Chat takes a lighthearted peek inside the wonderful world of fabrics, garments, footwear and equipment helping you to understand some of the science behind how to stay dry, how to stay comfortable and how to choose the best outdoor kit for you.
HIKING
It doesn’t matter if you enjoy wandering low level paths, scrambling over rocky pinnacles or trekking long distances. Get the basic principles right from the start and walking really is fun!!