12th September 2024
Are sleeping bags waterproof?
Staying warm is the key to a good night’s rest in the great outdoors. Matt Jones examines how to keep your sleep system dry.
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12th September 2024
How do sleeping bags keep you warm?
Many of the best sleeping bags keep you warm by acting as insulation for the body and like almost all forms of insulation they work by trapping air. This trapped air is held close to…
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12th September 2024
Sleeping bags: What you need for summer and winter camping
Here’s our guide to help you choose what type of sleeping bag you need for your next camping or backpacking trip, whether you’re heading out at the height of summer or in the depths of…
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12th September 2024
What types of sleeping bag are there?
Whenever you sleep under the stars, the type of sleeping bag you select can make or break your adventure. Learn which will best serve you here.
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11th September 2024
How to choose a sleeping bag for three seasons
Chris Townsend is on hand to help you understand sleeping bag technology and make informed decisions on purchases for any season.
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8th September 2024
How to pack food for camping and backpacking
From meal prep to calorie-counting, we explain how to pack food for backpacking.
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8th September 2024
How to look after your hiking boots
Six top tips to ensure your boots are in tip-top shape for the change of season, including how to clean them, reproof them, and keep them stored.
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1st September 2024
Are sleeping mats waterproof?
From foam to self-inflating mats, we examine whether sleeping mats are really waterproof - and how to protect your kit.
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1st September 2024
Discovering lightweight backpacking meals
Discover some ideas for lightweight backpacking meals with our guide on what you need to remember for fuel and sustenance on the hills.
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1st September 2024
Hand warmers for hiking: a help or hinderance?
Is it possible to banish the winter bite with hand warmers for hiking during the colder months? The Great Outdoors investigates.
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1st September 2024
Staying warm in winter: 7 tips to cope with low temperatures
Phil Sanderson of Glenmore Lodge gives advice on coping with very low temperatures.
