UK Wild Camping Kit List and Rulebook
UK Wild Camping Kit List and Rulebook
UK Wild Camping Kit List and Rulebook

Sometimes, you've got to take a walk on the wild side - and camp there, too. For plenty of adventurers, wild camping is the ultimate escape into the outdoors, surrounded by nothing but the UK's most rugged landscapes. Here's what you need to pack for a night of wild camping, and the golden rules you need to follow.

Skiing Powder: Top Tips For Beginners
Skiing Powder: Top Tips For Beginners
Skiing Powder: Top Tips For Beginners

Skiing powder should be like skiing on clouds. Soft, untouched snow helps skis glide over the surface; powder, however, can be a daunting prospect for a beginner, but there many who attempt the off piste before they master the techniques. University of Southampton Dry Slope Race Squad skier, Chloe Taylor, who learnt how to ski on her Winter Season 2015/16, shares her top tips for your first time skiing on powder.

 

 

Summer Camping Check List
Summer Camping Check List
Summer Camping Check List

Nothing beats the freedom of sleeping under canvas. So if you're looking to get away from it all, take a look at our summer camping checklist and discover what you need to get started.

Wilderness Survival Essentials
Wilderness Survival Essentials
Wilderness Survival Essentials

Don’t just explore the wilderness, survive it. When straying off the beaten path, it pays to have all the gear that lets you push your limits and then some. Check out some of our survival essentials and amp up your travels plans this summer. Move over Bear Grylls: it’s time to get wild. 

Kit List: British Hillwalking Essentials
Kit List: British Hillwalking Essentials
Kit List: British Hillwalking Essentials

A venture into Britain's remote and rugged landscapes requires more than just a map and compass (although you need both of those, too). Here's our list of essential kit for taking on the British hills.

Christmas Gift Guide For Snowboarders
Christmas Gift Guide For Snowboarders
Christmas Gift Guide For Snowboarders

The Christmas songs are now being played on the radio and we are well into December, that means Christmas is just around the corner. If you are still scratching your head for ideas for your snowboarder friends and loved ones, don’t worry, you are not the only one. We have put together a fantastic Christmas gift guide for snowboarders to help you get the last few stocking fillers or bits for under the tree.

 

How To Get Started: Splitboarding
How To Get Started: Splitboarding
How To Get Started: Splitboarding

If you’re wanting to head off piste into the backcountry, away from long queues and lots of people, looking for a new adventure then you’ve come to the right place. As splitboarding rises in popularity we’re here to give you all the information you need to get started. 

Our stores have a wide range of splitboarding equipment, so if in doubt, visit us in store and get expert advice from our knowledgeable staff. 

How To Find The Perfect Walking Boots
How To Find The Perfect Walking Boots
How To Find The Perfect Walking Boots

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.

Introducing Oakley Prizm™ Lens technology
Introducing Oakley Prizm™ Lens technology
Introducing Oakley Prizm™ Lens technology

Discover how decades of research created the most kick-ass lenses on the market: Oakley Prizm™ Lens technology.

5 Of The UK's Most Epic National Trails & Long-Distance Hikes
5 Of The UK's Most Epic National Trails & Long-Distance Hikes
5 Of The UK's Most Epic National Trails & Long-Distance Hikes

Try one of the many long-distance trails that can take you to the most untouched, remote corners of the UK with our pick of the most epic National Trails and long-distance hikes.

Heidi's 5 Hidden Gem Ski Resorts
Heidi's 5 Hidden Gem Ski Resorts
Heidi's 5 Hidden Gem Ski Resorts

Discover Heidi's 5 hidden gem ski resorts – Uncrowded slopes, stunning views, and unforgettable adventures await!

Inspire Yourself: Climber Jake Mayer On The Seven The Seven Summits, K2 & Claiming America
Inspire Yourself: Climber Jake Mayer On The Seven The Seven Summits, K2 & Claiming America
Inspire Yourself: Climber Jake Mayer On The Seven The Seven Summits, K2 & Claiming America

Before the age of 20 Jake Meyer had already climbed Kilimanjaro, Mount Elbrus, Denali, Aconcagua and Mount Kosciuszko. By 21, in 2005, he became the youngest Brit to top Mount Everest and the youngest man to conquer the Seven Summits: the tallest peaks on each of the seven continents. Jake will be joined by adventurer and philanthropist Justin Packshaw MBE at Snow+Rock Covent Garden on 31st May for an evening of inspirational talks. Let us introduce you to Jake ahead of his attempt on K2 in June.

 

5 Euro Ski Resorts To Visit This Christmas
5 Euro Ski Resorts To Visit This Christmas
5 Euro Ski Resorts To Visit This Christmas

Before you pack your bags to ski the snowy slopes of Europe this Christmas, check out these great five resorts which offer something for everyone, whether you favour groomed pistes, park tricks and pipes, exploring unchartered backcountry, family fun or an unbeatable après ski atmosphere.

How To Choose An Avalanche Air Bag
How To Choose An Avalanche Air Bag
How To Choose An Avalanche Air Bag

Avalanche airbag packs are fast becoming popular as more and more skiers and snowboarders are taking to the backcountry to explore untouched terrain. In the event of a slide, you simply pull the handle attached to the shoulder strap and a pressurized cartridge or electric fan inflates the airbag, helping to keep you near the surface of the avalanche and more visible to rescuers. 

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