Life Outdoors

24 Peaks in 24 Hours will put any footwear through its paces. Ahead of his epic challenge, Giles Brown seeks out some expert advice.

With our full GPS range back online at Blacks, we thought we’d talk you through some of the key features and things to look out for, so you can find the one that’s suited to you.

We asked Masters athlete and passionate XC runner Louise Rudd to scrutinise a shoe from the Merrell MConnect range. Ready,steady...

With only weeks to go until his 24 Peak challenge in the Lake District, Giles shares his golden rules of successful navigation.

Always on the move? Old school wild camper? Culinary show off? Find your trusty companion for this Camping Season.

Blacks are delighted to have been announced as the new shirt sponsor of Oldham Athletic Football Club.

This week Giles asked ultra-hard, ex-military mountain man Paul Taylor, of Black Mountains Fitness in Herefordshire, for some training advice ahead of his 24 Peak challenge.

Ever heard of Mam Tor? The 'Shivering Mountain'? Dan Burgess took his Jetboil along to one of his favourite Peak District haunts.

At Blacks, we've been designing and selling tents for over 150 years. We know that the right tent ought to last you for years of adventure, so here's a 'fundamentals' guide to help you make the right investment for your own Life Outdoors.