ADVICE & INSPIRATION
Expert Advice And Inspiration
Your rucksack is a staple for any adventure, and selecting the best one for your trip will ensure you can carry everything you’ll need with ease.
With so much technology going into skis it can be hard to keep up with all the terminology and its purpose, so we’ve created this handy guide to give you a breakdown of all the tech specs.
The correct footwear should make every trip into the great outdoors the adventure of a lifetime, not a painful slog through the wilds. When properly fitted, walking boots should move moisture away from the skin to reduce the risk of blisters while allowing heat to escape and cool air to enter keeping you feeling comfortable. They also protect and support the feet and ankles so you can confidently move over a range of rugged landscapes. Here’s our 4-step guide to how you can find and fit the perfect pair.
Get back to nature with these 5 innovative and ultralight hiking and camping essentials designed for the ultimate outdoor adventure.
In 1982, Snow+Rock was born from an obsession with snowsports, and that obsession continues to drive everything we do. We're proud to be pioneers in our industry, only bringing you quality gear from the best brands in the business, from major players to future favourites. This is the story of the pioneering roots we grew from, and how we got to where we are now.
Two guys, 161 miles, a bear and a touch of magic on the AT
Two decades after its first event, the Freeride World Tour has grown into a worldwide platform that showcases the very best of freeriding. Partnered with a core brands within the freeride industry, Peak Performance, this year’s tour looks to be bigger and better than before.
Should you feel the need to conquer mountains this winter, heed the BMC's warning for a safe and successful trip.
Over the years, Rab have brought us some of the world’s most technical and innovative outdoor clothing. Known for their advanced down products, the brand have forged a reputation by providing lightweight, efficient performance thanks to their progressive technical fabrics and unique fill ratio. Rab are deeper than down however, and their range of hard shells, softshells and mid layers are now causing ripples of their own.
Patagonia are the first in the industry to make all shell jackets with recycled materials, and sew them all in Fair Trade Certified Factories – and we think that’s pretty great. So we’re celebrating Patagonia’s commitment to sustainability without compromise on performance, and their relentless push to save our home planet. Shell, Yeah!
In the event of an avalanche, a probe will help you not only pinpoint the exact location of the victim but measure the burial depth too, reducing potential life-saving rescue time. In conjunction with an avalanche transceiver and shovel, the probe is an essential piece of safety kit.
Prepare for the sudden showers and cooler mornings and evenings of autumn with these 5 new-season commuter essentials, which combine mountain protection with urban style
High quality socks are an essential item for every skier. Check out our guide to all things socks with help from FALKE.
Everything you need to know to choose the right skins, and keep them in top condition
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