Rab Sleeping Mat Guide
Mar 28, 2024
Harnessing our decades of experience in insulation and innovative heat-reflective technology, we’ve created a range of lightweight, packable, comfortable sleeping mats as the perfect foundation to your sleep system.
Rab Sleeping Mat Technology Explained
Mar 28, 2024
Harnessing our decades of experience in insulation and innovative heat-reflective technology, we’ve created a range of lightweight, packable, comfortable sleeping mats as the perfect foundation for your sleep system.
Nemo Equipment Tent Ranges Explained
Posted by Mark Richardson on Mar 27, 2024
We stock the key ranges of Nemo tents, find out which they are and what they do on this page.
Gore-Tex ePE Membrane: Revolutionising Sustainability and Performance in Outdoor Gear
Mar 25, 2024
The outdoor industry has been criticized for its environmental impact, particularly due to the use of chemicals and non-biodegradable materials in gear production. Many outdoor enthusiasts are now seeking alternatives that minimize the long-lasting effects of production methods and materials on the environment while still wanting high-performing gear. This demand has led brands like Gore-Tex to in
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Live Competitions and Previous Winners
Mar 25, 2024
Live CompetitionsEnter our competition for your chance to win a Lifesystems Venture Solo Hooped Bivi Bag!Enter our competition for your chance to win a Hubba Hubba Bikepacking Tent!Previous WinnersCongratulations to Claire!The Winner of our SilverAnt Titanium bundle!The prize included: Titanium Cup with Lid (400ml), 3-Piece Titanium Camping Cookware Set, Coloured Titanium 3-Piece Cutlery
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Which LEKI Trekking Poles?
Posted by Mark Richardson on Mar 18, 2024
We stock a full range of LEKI poles. Whilst they can be quite heavy compared with truly 'ultralight' trekking poles their design and build quality are exceptional, they build trekking and running poles that will not let you down, they are tough, reliable and will give years of service. In this post we look at our current stocks of LEKI trekking poles and give advice and our opinion so you can
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Big Agnes Sleeping Mat Buying Guide
Posted by Mark Richardson on Mar 18, 2024
In this post we look at the Big Agnes sleeping mats that we stock and tell you a bit about them. Big Agnes's sleeping mats start at around 400 grams, they tend not to make extremely lightweight pads, preferring to focus on comfort and high insulation value, their pads are light for the job that they do.
Big Agnes Sleeping Bag Buying Guide
Posted by Mark Richardson on Mar 18, 2024
On this post we look at the Big Agnes sleeping bags that we stock and tell you a bit about them so you can choose the best one for you.
Lifesystem Bivi Bags
Mar 12, 2024
As an experienced backpacker and nature enthusiast, I have developed a profound appreciation for using a bivy bag for camping, particularly for quick, solitary overnight adventures. Unlike conventional tents, bivy sacks offer a range of advantages and serve as a lightweight, minimalist alternative. Their compact size and weight make them ideal for backpacking, where every ounce counts; their small
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Big Agnes Tent Guide
Mar 04, 2024
We stock the key ranges of Big Agnes tents, find out which they are and what they do here.
MSR's Lightweight Bikepacking Kit List
Posted by Lois Fife on Mar 01, 2024
Whether you are racing the length or breadth of the country
or enjoying a scenic tour of coffee shops and stately homes, your basic needs for
shelter, sleeping and making a brew won’t differ greatly so, here are a few
items that are compact and lightweight enough to fit on the bike and not weigh
you down, allowing you to enjoy your next adventure.
Exped Sleeping Mats Explained
Posted by Mark Richardson on Feb 23, 2024
What's in a Name? Exped have named their mats in a way that identifies the key features of the mat. Some examples are dissected here.