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2018

16/11/2018
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Wild Camping in the Lakes with Montane Kit

There is something to be said about going to the lakes at the start of the autumn. The clear but chilly days and the lack of people around due to the end of the school holidays gives us that great feeling us hikers love of peaceful isolation. Living just two hours away from the lakes means you can easily head over for a short stay if you want to get out into nature, which is exactly what we did last month. Hiking past the last fell wall up to the... Read More

Dolomites with Salomon Skis Featured Image 22/10/2018
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The Dolomites with Salomon Skis

Post Author: Olivia Jackson The Dolomites present some pretty incredible terrain for snowsports. There is something for everyone, and everyone can enjoy the striking turreted mountains towering above. These Aira 80 skis were tested in; Pampeago, San Pellegrino, Cermis & Belamonte, which are some of the areas within the Dolomiti super ski. These particular skis are designed for “the athletic intermediate up to advances skier”, I wouldn’t call myself an advanced skier by any stretch, but I still found the Salomon Aira 80 skis were perfect for my abilities, not... Read More

08/10/2018
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The 5 Best Winter Jackets 2019

Post Author: Olivia Jackson If the UK experiences anything like the winter we had last year we should really be starting to think of ways to keep ourselves warm and toasty for the coming months. Whether it be down or synthetic insulation, it is important that you find the right product for your needs. We would always recommend that you accompany your insulated jacket with a good layering system i.e. base layer and an outer shell. Particularly if your jacket comprises of down, we recommend that you always have a... Read More

Backpacking Chamonix to Zermatt 05/10/2018

Hiking Chamonix to Zermatt Part One

Post Author: Olivia Jackson The Walkers Haute Route The walkers Haute route is traditionally a 200km walk from Chamonix (France) to Zermatt (Switzerland), reaching 2964m in height. Travelling on average 20km a day from one mountain refuge hut to another, you will need to carry everything you need strapped to your back. Usually the busy period on the route is from the start of July till end of August. However, in true fashion, we went at the start of June when it was quiet and therefore didn’t meet another soul... Read More

Top 5 down Jackets 2018 16/01/2018

Top 5 Outdoor Down Jackets 2018

When the temperature drops, a down jacket is a great piece of kit. Whether you’re out on the fells, sat on a belay ledge on a Scottish winter classic or dashing about town through the week, a down jacket will give you the warmth and protection you need from the bitter cold temperatures we experience in winter. What makes down so great is its formidible warmth to weight ratio and it’s ability to pack down small enough so that it is hardly noticable within your rucksack. Most modern jackets built... Read More