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Blacks HQ vs Scafell Pike
Spirits were high on Thursday the 23rd of March as the Blacks office powered down their laptops, gulped their brew’s and headed out for the heart of the Lake District and their next crucible, Scafell Pike Read more 30-03-17 • -
Colonel Percy Fawcett & The Lost City of Z
To celebrate the release of The Lost City of Z in cinemas from March 24th, we’re giving you the chance to win an adventurous break for two in Symonds Yat, with an unforgettable canoeing expedition down the River Wye and £100 to spend at Blacks. Read more 25-03-17 • -
The Inspirational Outdoor Women We Should All Be Following
As part of International Women’s Week, we’re taking a look at some of the most steely and stylish women out there. They take awe-inspiring photographs and write envy inducing travel and adventure memoirs across the web, and are a must follow for any budding enthusiast. Read more 08-03-17 • -
The Great Leggings Debate | Is It Finally Okay to Wear Leggings When Hiking?
You either love them or hate them, but it’s an argument that pops up again and again across the outdoor forums. So let’s settle the leggings vs. trousers debate once and for all... Read more 07-03-17 • -
Exclusive Interview With | Sir Chris Bonington
One of UK’s most celebrated mountaineers for over half a century, Sir Chris Bonington discusses his motivations behind reaching new heights, the peaks of his career and how we can all motivate ourselves to accept new challenges. Read more 31-01-17 • -
Charging the Summit - Should We Pay To Walk?
Charging hikers to use walkways could raise much needed funds for the maintenance required, but does it take away one of the key elements that motivate us to walk in the first place? Read more 26-01-17 • -
Blacks Heading to Telegraph Outdoor Adventure & Camping Show
We are proud to announce that Blacks will be headline sponsors at this year’s Telegraph Outdoor Adventure & Camping Show, the UK’s largest outdoor show, in London between 16 - 19th February, 2017. Read more 25-01-17 • -
Snow Storm Warning - Are You Prepared?
An arctic storm is edging it's way closer to the British Isles and meteorologists are scrambling to predict which areas could be affected worst. Predictions are sketchy at best so make sure you are prepared for the encroaching blizzard with our list of weather beating insulated jackets which... Read more 09-01-17 •