Elevating Your Navigation Game with the Perfect Blend of Tradition and Technology

Navigation is a fundamental skill for any mountain leader in the UK. It is the ability to plan and execute a route safely and efficiently, taking into account the terrain, weather conditions, and other factors. Navigating through the challenging terrain of the United Kingdom’s mountains requires a combination of skills, knowledge, and preparation. Great mountainContinue reading “Elevating Your Navigation Game with the Perfect Blend of Tradition and Technology”

Gore-Tex: Your Shield Against Nature’s Fury – Pros and Cons Unveiled

In the world of outdoor gear, few names resonate as strongly as “Gore-Tex.” This high-performance fabric technology has become synonymous with waterproof and breathable excellence, providing outdoor enthusiasts with the means to conquer challenging environments.

Head-torches for mountain hiking

Having a decent head-torch is essential if you are heading into the hills. In terms of emergency kit, I’d suggest this is somewhere near the top of priorities. They are not only about providing light for you to make progress but are also a way of making yourself visible at night when you need toContinue reading “Head-torches for mountain hiking”

Using walking poles

When I first took walking in the mountains earnestly, I looked at those using walking poles as taking their trip into the mountains like a bimble on the canal towpath. They seemed very dangerous when I walked behind them with sharp pointy things just missing me as I tried to make progress. Then there wasContinue reading “Using walking poles”