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A Brief Discussion | Men Talk MasculinityJoin our host, Tim Warwood as he discusses masculinity and what it means to be a man, with seven inspirational guys from across the UK.3 min read
A Brief Discussion | Men Talk Body ImageJoin our host, Tim Warwood as he discusses all things body image, with our seven inspirational guys from across the UK.2 min read
SAXX x Blacks | A Brief DiscussionTogether with SAXX, we want to end the stigma surrounding traditionally unspoken topics affecting men. Let’s quash the taboo. Let’s speak. Let’s listen. Let’s have, A Brief Discussion.4 min read
How To Clean Your Down Jacket To help you extend the shelf life of your down jacket we have created this helpful guide which will show you how to safely clean your down jacket giving it a much needed lift.2 min read
Buying Guide: Rucksacks and DaysacksIf you enjoy a ‘Life Outdoors’ lifestyle, you will know just how important a rucksack is. This guide has been designed to help you find the perfect backpack for your chosen activity.9 min read
A Guide To Beating Blue Monday Whether it's Blue Monday in January, or just a dark and grim Monday any other time, we recommend getting outdoors as an escape from the ordinary. Here's some top tips on how to look after your wellbeing on Blue Monday or any down day.5 min read
Buying Guide: Softshell Jackets The easiest way to stay on top of weather conditions is to layer up. Softshell jackets bring warmth and durability to your layering system, without impacting mobility and comfort. Read our guide to discover what makes the softshell jacket a must-have for any outdoor enthusiast.3 min read
Buying Guide: Outdoor TrousersA simple pair of outdoor trousers can make a big difference to your comfort when you’re hiking on and off the trail. We’re here to show you why it’s time to ditch the jeans in favour of something more practical, lightweight and versatile.5 min read
Buying Guide: BaselayersBaselayers are the first step towards beating the cold and it’s vital that you get your layering system spot on before heading outdoors. Follow our expert guide and nail it every time.4 min read
Buying Guide: Walking PolesYou don’t have to be old or unfit to make the most of walking poles. Extra stability is always useful on hiking trails, and walking poles provide just that. This guide will give you all the info you need to find the right poles for you.3 min read
Buying Guide: Head TorchesSee and be seen next time you step out into the dark. Light up the night with a trusty head torch and crack on with your run, hike or climb. You’ll come across different technologies when shopping for a head torch, our guide will make sure you’re clued up and ready to go.3 min read
Berghaus MADEKIND™ | Award-Winning SustainabilityThe team at Berghaus are united by their passion for the great outdoors and in a conscious bid to become more sustainable, they have continued to develop their ‘MADEKIND™’ initiative. Let’s take a deep dive into why ‘MADEKIND™’ is so important.3 min read
COVID-19: The True Impact on Our PlanetThere is a growing misconception from people that nature is recovering while humanity has stayed at home. We look at the health of our natural world throughout the pandemic and see what we can learn.3 min read
Iceland Journal | Days 7 & 8The climate crisis is unequivocally a problem. In search of the solution, Sarah meets with Kári Helgason from Carbfix. Pioneering carbon storage technology, the meeting with Carbfix provides hope and promise for the future.2 min read
Iceland Journal | Days 5 & 6Sarah's journey continues as she meets glacial expert, Snævarr Guðmundsson. After being presented with a thousand-year-old glacial iceberg, the climate crisis is put into perspective when Sarah finds it will disappear in only two days.2 min read
Iceland Journal | Days 3 & 4As Sarah travels to Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe, she discovers the first hand effects of climate change. Surrounded by bodies of water, former glacial ice, the environmental harm cannot be ignored.2 min read
Iceland Journal | Days 1 & 2Taken aback by the frozen landscape and unfamiliar climate, Sarah and 'Sharkman Dan' arrive in Grundarfjörður and learn that for humans too, adaptations must be made, even if it is just to the itinerary.2 min read
Climate Change: Sarah Roberts Shows Us the ScienceNaturalist and Eco-Journalist Sarah Roberts journeyed to Iceland in February on a very special mission; to lift the lid on how humans have changed the face of our planet, and to search for hope that climate change can be slowed and even reversed. In this article we examine the science shared by...4 min read
A Guide to Down Insulation Baffled by insulation? When it comes to picking a new insulated jacket for the cold weather, you want to know what’s keeping you warm. We’re here to give you an overview of all things insulation.3 min read
How To Wash Waterproof Jackets & Waterproof TrousersKeep your waterproof jacket in the best possible condition with our guide to the best aftercare techniques. Here's how to wash and reproof your waterproof jacket and trousers so you'll never be caught out in the rain.3 min read
Hiking Against Alzheimer’s | Climbing the Munros at 80To climb all 282 Munro mountains at any age is quite the achievement, however Nick Gardner has set himself the challenge at 80 years of age, and all to raise £10,000 for Alzheimer Scotland and the Royal Osteoporosis Society to support his wife Janet who suffers with Alzheimer’s Disease and...1 min read- A Guide To Buying The Right Walking FootwearYour feet can be your best friend or your worst enemy when walking and hiking. Choosing the wrong type of footwear can be sole destroying, let alone painful. As your outdoor experts, we’ve created this straightforward advice guide that will help you get it right. We’ll explain what type of...9 min read
Walking the Wainwright's | A Lightweight Camping ChecklistIn our first interview with James about his record-breaking expedition, which saw him bag each Wainwright in two weeks, we learned the ups and downs of everything he encountered during his challenge. Our second interview delves deeper (into his rucksack) as we identify the secret to his success,...3 min read
Bagging the Wainwright's | A Record-Breaking PursuitJames Forrest recently set an incredible new record time for a self-supported continuous hike of Alfred Wainwright’s 214 Lake District peaks. The 37-year-old, a journalist and adventurer from Cockermouth, Cumbria, walked 525km (328 miles) to complete the peak-bagging feat in 14 days and 11 hours....3 min read
