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Trekking poles have really risen in popularity in the last few years, and for good reason. Not only do they help reduce the load from the lower part of your body, but they can actually help you enjoy your hike more and push things further. If you’re backpacking, or carrying a large pack, they can … Read more

In collaboration with Simon Pitman, a volunteer with the Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team and Ellis Brigham’s Fort William branch manager. Table of Contents About the ‘Enjoy it Safely’ Guide Understanding the current landscape: Building on a foundation of safety and a respect for Nature Tips to Enjoy the Outdoors Safely How can we enact change … Read more

In collaboration with Ani Barber, a disabled outdoors enthusiast and founder of Outside Our Way. Table of Contents About the ‘Explore What’s Possible’ Guide Why is This Important? EXPLORE WHAT’S POSSIBLE FOR YOU Understanding the Current Landscape: What are some of the problems that people with access issues face to getting out in nature? What … Read more

In collaboration with Soraya Abdel-Hadi, an advocate for diversity in the UK outdoors and founder of All The Elements. Table of Contents About the ‘Celebrate Our Diversity’ Guide Understanding the Current Landscape: What Are Some of the Barriers to the Outdoors? CREATING CHANGE AROUND THE THINGS YOU’RE PASSIONATE ABOUT What is Intersectionality and Why is … Read more

The Naturehike Cloud UP 2 is a very promising proposition in our best small 2 person tent roundup, offering great weight and packed size at a very attractive price. It’s not all good news though, and we believe that some concessions have been made to hit this spec. Table of Contents Pros / Reasons to … Read more

  This is a sponsored post in partnership with Pays des Écrins Tourist Board – all opinions are our own. At the end of January 2023, we headed off to the French Alps as guests of the Pays des Écrins Tourist Board. If you’ve visited this site before, you’ll surely know that we love the … Read more

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Pros: Variety of lengths, going longer than a lot of other suppliers and easily cut to size for best fit Low profile, smooth buckle to avoid digging in Cons: More complex buckle could jam over time from dirt, sand etc Limited to two colours (black and brown) The Kemisant Stretchable Tactical Belt is a no-nonsense … Read more

Pros: Thicker nylon webbing than many other belts makes for sturdier design Variety of lengths mean more accessible sizing Cons: More complex buckle could jam over time from dirt, sand etc. Buckle design could potentially snag with other garments The Jukmo Ratchet Belt is offered in a wide range of earth colours and different lengths … Read more