Expert Advice And Inspiration

New to snowsports? Wondering why you need special outerwear? And, why it varies so much in price and technical spec, especially when you’re used to just throwing on a waterproof jacket and heading out the door? We've got you...

The Scottish winter isn’t always hard and grim! The winter scenery will take your breath away and make you glad you made the effort.

From the long-distance continental thru-routes of North America to Britain’s biggest multi-summit conquests, we’ve selected five of the world’s best hiking challenges to give you some serious expedition inspo.

MIPS stands for Multi-directional Impact Protection System; a technology created to recude head injuries and save more lives. Discover the power of MIPS across sport.

There’s more to buying goggles than meets the eye (pun totally intended). When you’re looking to upgrade your eyewear, you should consider lenses, tilt, fit and lens tech too. Here’s our guide to getting it right. 

When properly fitted, walking boots protect and support the feet and ankles while wicking sweat, to keep feet dry and comfortable and minimise the risk of blisters or injuries.

Going away skiing with the family is something to cherish; fresh mountain air, beautiful scenery and spending time with your kids doing something you all love! The key to a successful family winter sports holiday is choosing the right resort, and ensuring there is something for everyone. Read on to find out our top 5 European resorts to enjoy this Easter…

Arc’teryx are masters when it comes to technical clothing and we are continually blown away by the level of innovation and attention to detail that is evident in their designs. The brand work closely with GORE-TEX to create activity specific products that each have their home on the mountain, but with  so much tech doing the rounds, how do you know which Arc’teryx piece is right for you? Let’s demystify things a little.

This season, we are proud to welcome back our old friends Haglöfs to Snow+Rock with their brand new spring and summer range. With over 100 years of heritage, this Swedish brand are defined by quality and durability as much as their commitments to sustainability, not to mention their founder Wiktor, who did not consider himself the outdoorsy type.

Arc’teryx are renowned for being at the cutting-edge of development, constantly evolving in order to provide you with the ultimate performance products. We’re going to look at the tech behind the brand and give you the lowdown on some of the unique features that set them apart.

Your transceiver leads to the probe, your probe leads to the shovel, your shovel leads to your friend. These three items are the most vital part of any backcountry skiers’ equipment; you should never step into the backcountry without them. With so many options on the market, finding the right avalanche safety set up can be difficult. To help clear the confusion and aid you in the decision, we have assembled a guide to walk you through everything you will need to know when purchasing avalanche safety equipment that could save your life.

In order to make your life as easy as possible when preparing for your latest (or even first) family ski holiday, we have asked our buyers to assemble a handy checklist to ensure your kids get the most out of their time on the snow. Nothing spoils everyone’s fun quicker than becoming wet and cold, so have a look through this list to ensure that you get everything you’ll need to keep your kids warm and happy.

To jump straight on a chair lift, look out over unspoilt views and then cruise down quiet freshly groomed pistes is any skier or snowboarders dream. And, while those days seem few and far between, we're here to help with our must-visit quieter resorts.