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summer holiday

Stay safe in the hot weather

With the mercury heading upwards and the sun coming out many of you will be heading out to enjoy the weather, but it is important to look after yourself. They say you should drink 2 litres of water a day, and this is very important when it is hot, so keep you water close to hand and easy accessible with a hydration bladder. Most rucksacks are compatible with bladders, but if yours isn’t, the level gauge on the Dukjug will help you keep track of how much you are drinking.... Read More

Sun, Sea and Heat stroke

If you’re heading out to warmer climates this summer, it’s vital that you protect your skin from the harmful rays – Especially, if you are pale like me! I was badly burnt in Thailand earlier in the year and stupidly underestimated the strength of the sun, after being on the beach less than 1 hour I ended up with heat stroke, quite badly and a very sore burnt back. Even at 25 years old I should definitely have known better, in my mind I could hear my mum 6000miles away telling me... Read More