Tag - walking

Best Outdoor GPS unit

Best Outdoor GPS unit for Christmas 2020 and 2021

What is the best Outdoor GPS unit for 2020 and early 2021? This is a question we get asked lots as 2020 draws to an end. It is been an amazing year for Outdoor GPS navigation. After the dreaded Covid 19 lockdown, many more people headed into the outdoors. This has seen a massive increase in people looking for Outdoor GPS units to navigate them. Last year The Guardian officially said walking is 'No longer just an activity for older people with sticks,...

October 22, 2020By News, , , , , , 0 CommentsRead more...
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Hill skills and planning

Whatever your planned activity for the day or multiple days, be honest with yourself about your hill skills and planning for both you and your fellow walkers, it's all about having the knowledge, fitness, and ability. We all like to kid ourselves that we are fitter, or indeed more capable than we are. It pays to be honest with yourself and why not look at improving your planning and hill skills. Plan before you go and carry the correct gear - hill...

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Check the weather and be prepared

Weather in the hills – plan before you head off

Weather in the hills - what to do before you head into the hills. Yes, in the UK we are a little obsessed with the weather. But keeping an eye on the weather is essential when planning your walk in the hills. When heading out into the hills being prepared for the weather can make a big difference as to how you feel at the end of the day. Be flexible There’s no shame in changing your plans. Choose a different route or turn back...

March 10, 2020By News, , , 0 CommentsRead more...
Essential walking kit for a walk

Essential walking kit for a walk

If you are heading out into the hills or even on a low-level walk what kit should you be taking with you, what essential walking kit when heading out for a walk? I know these days many people are wanting to walk light, but there are a number of essentials you should be taking with you. If you think of anything that we have missed, please do let us know. Clothing The correct clothing at the very least will make your walk more...

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