6th December 2022
Winter Skills: walking in crampons
Walking in crampons and using an ice axe are crucial skills to grasp when on firm snow and ice. The Great Outdoors takes you through everything you need to know.
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Gear Skills
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5th December 2022
Do you need a tent for backpacking?
Some backpackers don't want to carry the weight of a full tent in their pack. So, what are the alternatives and their benefits to happy campers?
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11th August 2022
How to use a map and compass for hiking
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28th June 2022
The best food for hiking and walking
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20th August 2021
The gear I used for a remote two-day backpack in Snowdonia
Snowdonia’s Rhinogydd Traverse is one of the wildest and most challenging multi-day hikes in Wales. James Forrest takes us through the kit he used.
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11th November 2020
How to pack for fastpacking
‘Fastpacking’ is a step up from ultralight backpacking, combining a lightweight approach with extra speed. Jenny Tough explains how to pack for fastpacking – with a little help from British gear brand Montane.
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13th June 2019
Menstruation on the Mountains
Chiara Bullen asks if there’s enough education on how to deal with sanitary products on the mountains, and explores what alternative options are out there. It was a grey and gritty day when my group…
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30th May 2019
Scrambling Skills: from walker to mountaineer with Glenmore Lodge
Sandy Paterson from Glenmore Lodge explains how gaining scrambling skills can open up opportunities for greater adventure in the mountains.
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22nd March 2019
Get your gear ready for spring
As spring approaches and lighter days come back into our lives, it’s an opportunity to stay outdoors for longer.
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6th December 2018
Buyers’ guide: Crampons
Our guide to crampons: busting the jargon, a close look at features, and five crampons reviewed.
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15th October 2018
The Great Outdoors guide to scrambling gear
Judy Armstrong recommends the best equipment for adding safe scrambling to your days on the hill.
