17th February 2017
Going it alone | Top tips for hiking solo
Important things to know if you're planning on going it alone
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4th January 2017
Avalanches: How to avoid them and how to survive them
The types of avalanche to be aware of, the warnings that the weather can give, tips from Mountain Rescue on risk avoidance and what to do in the worst case scenario
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1st January 2017
Walking axes: What to look for and which to buy
Chris Townsend takes us through the ins and outs of walking axes. Plus which spikes were recommended in our reviews
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29th December 2016
Recommended kit for winter camping
Chris Townsend explains what gear he relies on during his winter camps in the Cairngorms, including the tents, sleeping bags, stoves and sleeping mats Tent A good winter tent needs to resist snowfalls and strong…
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29th December 2016
How to pack a bag for winter
Chris Townsend explains his approach to organising his pack for a trip to the hills in cold weather
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23rd December 2016
How to pitch a tent on snow
Nine simple tips for pitching on the white stuff
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20th December 2016
Is iPhone photography any good?
Alex Welsh, a graduate of Glasgow School of Art, explains why he now shoots exclusively with his iPhone
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19th December 2016
Crampons: What to look for and which to buy
Chris Townsend reviews the best crampons on the market and takes us through what to look for when buying a pair
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12th December 2016
What gear to carry when hiking in winter
Heather Morning, Mountain Safety Advisor with the Mountaineering Council of Scotland, shares her thoughts on striking the right balance in winter
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23rd November 2016
What to look for when choosing a headtorch and which to buy
Our resident gear expert, Chris Townsend, explains the ins and outs of headtorches and what to look for when buying one
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4th November 2016
Avalanche awareness – do you know the three important stages when approaching avalanche safety?
Vital information to heed before heading out into snowy mountains
