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Group hike on Chrome Hill Peak District
“The lower you go, the higher you bounce back” – how group hiking changes lives

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Mother with young children and climbing gear
Does becoming a parent mean outdoor adventures have to stop?

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An exacmple of a Rab Material Facts table
Material Facts – sustainability under the spotlight

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Woman in hiking waterproof clothing with map
A guide to waterproof fabrics

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Cotswold Outdoor boot fitting
The power of outdoor stores – 4 reasons to consult the experts on kit

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Hiker with on Scafell Pike with snow and full moon
How to explore after dark and hike at night safely

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Paramo
Páramo clothing: everything you need to know

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Winter hikers
The emergency kit you NEED to carry on winter hikes

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Jacket sleeve with Gore-Tex ePE logo
Gore-Tex ePE membrane explained and tested

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Three photos showing Gore-Tex
Gore-Tex: everything you need to know

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North East Face of Ben Nevis Scotland
3 Peaks Challenge: Everything you need to know

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Three outdoor fabric types
Innovative sustainable fabrics improving outdoor gear

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A range of hiking footwear lined up on the grass
Walking boot buying guide

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Rucksack back length
How to measure your back length to find the perfect pack

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Our ultralight backpacker on summit of Ben Nevis
How to pack for ultralight backpacking

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Scrambling on the Fiacaill ridge, Cairngorms, Scotland
Beginner’s guide to scrambling

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Cycling through a stream while on a bikepacking trip in Scotland
Bikepacking: A beginner’s guide

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Hikers scrambling pinnacles at Aonach Eagach
How to improve your scrambling skills

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Polartec Houdini Fleece
Polartec: The Future of Fleece

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How to walk a Peak to Pub trail with OS Maps
How to walk a Peak to Pub trail with OS Maps

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Water beading on waterproof fabric
PFC-free: why is it important?

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Stars of the Milky Way
Navigating by the stars: the basics

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Two hikers climbing a rock face, Lake District
Top tips for building a tolerance for heights

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Buying guide: hiking rucksacks
A guide to rucksacks and hiking backpacks

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Lowe Alpine Airzone
How to choose the right backpack for hikes

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Two hikers in Three Tarns and Scafell range, Lake District in winter
10 tips for first time winter walkers

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Hiker wearing crampons with clear sky in background
How to use crampons: walking safely and matching to your boots

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Ice axe in the snow
How to use an ice axe: which hand to carry with and self-arrest tips

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Whiteout at summit of Swirl How
How to escape a whiteout in the mountains

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