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I've switched boots , I've been breaking in a pair Kento Advanced High GTX Men. Highly impressed with this selection. The 3 lace locks at...

Which Base Layer - A Buyers Guide Base Layers, sometimes referred to as Foundation or Primary Layers, form the basis of any clothing...

How to Select Good Walking Poles It is essential to select good-quality walking and hiking poles suited to your requirements. Likewise,...

Naismith's Rule, allows an easy calculation of the time taken for a hill walk, for a reasonably fit and steady walker: 15 minutes for...

The first pair of proper mountain boots I ever bought turned out to be a disaster, in fact, almost terminally. Like many people who are...

1. Planning your food for hiking mountains Food is your fuel for any high-output activity, and mountaineering is certainly the kind of...

Walking is a great way to boost personal wellbeing and mental health, and keeping track of daily steps is a great way to monitor this....

Keeping hydrated is the key to a great day on the hill. Between 1.5 and 2 litres is always a good place to start, but it’s entirely...

The season starts with training for new members and current to reach their goal of being at summit for this view . Time to dust of kit...

The season starts for my walking group on 30.3.24 with a Lamberis path trek . We have lots of keen new members wanting to challenge them...

Once we had landed in lukla on the prop plane , it was a real spectacle to see the gold monument to Sir Edmund Hilary and Sherpa tenzing...

This one iconic places in the world to grab a pot of tea, Over looking Everest and the full range of mountains. Well worth the 2500 ft...

What to look for in a walking pole? Weight: If you are thinking of walking long distances, you may want to consider purchasing a lighter...

What is a waterproof jacket for? The answer may seem obvious, and it's true that the main function of a waterproof jacket is to keep you...

What to look for in a walking pole? Weight: If you are thinking of walking long distances, you may want to consider purchasing a lighter...

I love to spend time in the mountains camping, fishing, and hiking. Exploring the great outdoors is extremely relaxing and enjoyable,...

Fit First things first: find the right size when shopping for new hiking boots. Too many people (myself included) have hiked in shoes...

The Base Layer: Moisture Management As the name suggests, the base layer is worn next to the skin. Its main purpose is to regulate your...

Even if you think you know the area like the back of your hand, always take a map and compass or GPS device out with you. You never know...

Keeping hydrated is the key to a great day on the hill. Between 1.5 and 2 litres is always a good place to start, but it’s entirely...