Everyday Life Outdoors
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Top 10 Tips for Cold Weather Walking
Just because the weather’s turned doesn’t mean there’s any less reason to enjoy the great outdoors. Here are our top ten tips to make the most of the cold weather,...
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An FKT Holder's Guide to Ultrarunning
An ultramarathon is the ultimate test of both physical and mental endurance. Described as anything over the regulation marathon length of 26.2 miles, common ultra distances range from 30 miles...
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HydroLoft™ - Award-Winning Synthetic Insulation
HydroLoft™ - Award-Winning Synthetic Insulation Berghaus’ award-winning synthetic insulation has been developed to mimic the way natural down traps pockets of air. This down alternative performs well in wet conditions...
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The Scottish Munro Journey - Climbing 282 Peaks
Hi, my name is James Coutts. I am a 27-Year-Old Railway Engineer from Inverness. I grew up in Grantown-On-Spey, a small town in the Scottish Highlands, eventually moving to Aviemore...
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Strange Mountains | Eerie Tales From the High Places
Mountains are strange places. They offer a unique environment; a threshold between calm and chaos, between life and death. Cultures around the world and throughout history have looked up at...
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History of Lowe Alpine
Greg and Jeff Lowe The History of the Lowe Brothers The History of Lowe Alpine begins with the Lowe brothers first climbing trip to Grand Teton from this trip the...
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The Active City Index
Keeping active is an excellent way of staying healthy in body and mind. By venturing into the great outdoors, you can find plenty of adventurous activities around the UK, giving...
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Backpacking Essentials | Expedition Checklist
Setting out on multi-day backpacking hike is arguably one of the purest outdoor adventures you can have. Only packing the essentials in your rucksack, and being entirely self-sufficient. To help you...
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The UK's Best Autumn Hiking Spots
Even your most loved hiking spot can completely change from season to season, and with its bright days and brisk winds, seas of orange yellow and dramatic silver clouds, Autumn...
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Tent After Care Guide
Having taken your time to find and purchase your ideal tent, you’ll certainly want it to last for more than a couple of camping trips. That’s where after care comes into...
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How to Get Mains Power into Your Tent
One of the most common questions we get asked at Blacks Outdoor is how do I get mains power into my tent. With camping season still in full swing we...
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The Duke of Edinburgh's Award: What, Why & How?
Blacks are proud to work with The Duke of Edinburgh's Award as the Recommended Retailer of Expedition Kit. For those people who don't really know much about the DofE, or...
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The Dartmoor Wild Camping Ban Explained
On Friday 13th of January 2023, a court ruling was made which may draw a line under wild camping in England. The ruling brings Dartmoor’s camping laws in line with...
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The Duke of Edinburgh's Award Recommended Kit | Clothing and Footwear
As the Recommended Retailer of Expedition Kit, we’re committed to providing you with the best clothing and footwear to help you achieve your Award, whether it’s at Bronze, Silver or...
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Stunning Winter Hikes to Enjoy this Season
Winter really transforms a trail. To celebrate this sensational season and inspire you to pull on your hiking boots we’ve reached out to a few adventurers in our social community to...
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The Power of Walking | BBC Countryfile Ramble
The outdoors should be open and accessible to everyone; that's something we believe. Unfortunately, not everyone has the privilege or the opportunity to experience one of life’s simplest pleasures. The...
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Hiking at Night - A Beginner's Guide
Thinking of attempting your first night hike? We wouldn’t blame you. Whether it’s spotting nocturnal wildlife or stargazing that interests you, there’s something magical about heading out under the light...
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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 this discussion once and for all......
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Hydroshell™: Waterproofing Innovation from Berghaus
Hydroshell™: 'Drier for Longer' Berghaus looks set to rock the waterproof garment market with the launch of their new premium fabric, Hydroshell™. 50 years’ experience in constructing waterproof garments has...
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5 Incredible Campsites Near London
Believe it or not, you're never too far away from an idyllic camping spot when you live in London. Our friends at coolcamping.com have picked out the best campsites on the doorstep of...
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Gandys - The Story Behind The Brand
With the holidaying season in full swing we caught up with Rob and Paul Forkan, the co-founders of one of our newest brands, Gandys to get the insider story behind...
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