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Buying Guides | Expert Gear Advice + Outdoor Tips

Ski Jacket Buying Guide
Ski Jacket Buying Guide
Ski Jacket Buying Guide

Your ski jacket is your best friend on the slopes, keeping you warm and dry and ensuring you look the part! Here we help you get to grips with what to look out for.

Scottish Winter Climbing Equipment Guide: Part One
Scottish Winter Climbing Equipment Guide: Part One
Scottish Winter Climbing Equipment Guide: Part One

Winter mountaineering can mean anything from hillwalking to technical climbing, and the footwear and equipment requirements are different for every activity.

 

Scottish winter weather can vary in the space of a single day, so always be prepared for the worst.

 

Christmas Gift Ideas That Fit In Your Ski Boot Bag
Christmas Gift Ideas That Fit In Your Ski Boot Bag
Christmas Gift Ideas That Fit In Your Ski Boot Bag

If you’re skiing or snowboarding this December, forget the stocking because it's all about what will fit into your boot bag, and we've got plenty of gift ideas to choose from whether you're looking for something for yourself or your loved ones.

BACKCOUNTRY BASICS: HOW TO GET STARTED
BACKCOUNTRY BASICS: HOW TO GET STARTED
BACKCOUNTRY BASICS: HOW TO GET STARTED

The call of fresh untouched powder, pristine pillow lines, and majestic tree runs, is all the motivation you need to start exploring the backcountry but with the added risks and danger its important to have the right equipment, and know how to use it. This guide will take you through the backcountry basics, what it means, and what gear you need to get started. Our stores have a wide range of backcountry equipment, so if in doubt, visit us in store and get expert advice from our knowledgeable staff.

Brands You Need To Know About For Your Backcountry Clothing
Brands You Need To Know About For Your Backcountry Clothing
Brands You Need To Know About For Your Backcountry Clothing

Whether you are a seasoned backcountry skier, hiking to ski an untouched face or you are simply just starting to explore the backcountry in order to find a new adventure in mountains, one thing is for sure, your outerwear needs to stand up to the challenging conditions found in the backcountry. To help you be more prepared we've put together a little list of brands we think you should look at when choosing your next jacket or pants.

Goggle Lenses Explained: Adapt to Your Environment
Goggle Lenses Explained: Adapt to Your Environment
Goggle Lenses Explained: Adapt to Your Environment

Interchangeable lenses are becoming a common feature on more and more goggles. Light levels can change very quickly on the mountain and the effect that has on visibility can be dramatic.

How to Buy the Best Alpine Touring Skis
How to Buy the Best Alpine Touring Skis
How to Buy the Best Alpine Touring Skis

Choosing alpine touring skis can be tricky. Here's everything you need to know before you buy

How To Choose The Right Size Ski Pole
How To Choose The Right Size Ski Pole
How To Choose The Right Size Ski Pole

While there is no perfect formula or perfect height, the right ski poles can improve your performance, giving you a more responsive and enjoyable ski. Bear in mind that sizing will be personal to you, too long or heavy for your skiing style and they’ll likely get in the way, too short and you’re more likely to position yourself too far forward, throwing you off balance.  

Ski Binding Buying Guide
Ski Binding Buying Guide
Ski Binding Buying Guide

Your bindings are your connection to your skis, transferring your movements from muscle to slope so it’s important to match your bindings to your skis, ski boots, and style for the best performance.

How to choose a backcountry backpack
How to choose a backcountry backpack
How to choose a backcountry backpack

A backpack carries everything you need to stay alive in the backcountry. Choose yours wisely 

10 Great Freeride Skis
10 Great Freeride Skis
10 Great Freeride Skis

If you’re an experienced skier committed to the eternal pursuit of the perfect powder then you definitely need a set of freeride skis in your arsenal. Here are 10 Great Freeride Skis that have everything you need to handle unchartered territory.

Insulation Buying Guide
Insulation Buying Guide
Insulation Buying Guide

Insulation is essential to keeping warm in the outdoors, and is usually worn as a mid-layer, or as the outer layer in dry, cold climates. It works by trapping the warmth that our bodies create to maintain our body temperature, but this can be achieved in a variety of ways. 

10 GREAT PISTE SKIS
10 GREAT PISTE SKIS
10 GREAT PISTE SKIS

If you love nothing more than skiing groomed runs and working your way around the piste map, then the right pair of piste skis will help you to make the most of every turn. Here are 10 Great Piste skis that are gracing the slopes this season. 

Oakley Ski Gear Guide
Oakley Ski Gear Guide
Oakley Ski Gear Guide

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