Two weeks ago, we looked at travel refrigerators; the idea was that you took your chilled food with you on your camping trip and kept the refrigerator cool by using a solar panel. This is an excellent strategy for a week-long holiday, but if you’re just going for an overnight stay, surely it would be …
The problem with climbing shoes is that you can spend a lot on something you don’t need very easy quickly. A top of the range pair of climbing shoes will set you back over £200, but as a beginner, you don’t need to spend this much. The honest answer, unless you’re a professional climber, the …
Exercise is great for you. It has been proven time and time again. Exercise releases endorphins which make you happier, get your blood moving, helps to burn excess fat, and can help you fight illnesses, and even live longer. But what are some benefits of specific workouts? Pull-ups have several great benefits that can positively …
Horseback riding may not seem like an activity that would pack a full case of benefits since it appears fairly simple and not physically challenging. However, there are plenty of physical and mental benefits that accompany the sport. The benefits of horse riding spread a wide range, from increased muscular development and growth to mental …
When I’m in the countryside for an overnight walking trip, taking a full-blown tent is hardly worth it, especially in the summer. It’s often Two-kilos of weight that I just don’t feel the need to carry. I have looked at buying an Ultra-Light tent in the past, and in all honesty, I had thought about …
When hiking in the summer heat, it’s important to use a shirt that keeps you cool and dry when you inevitably start to sweat. Depending on the fabric, the shirt will perform differently when it comes to aspects of its job. You may want something with more sun protection, like a long sleeve shirt or …
Ben Nevis is the tallest mountain in both Scotland and the British Isles. It has a summit of 1,345 metres (4,413 ft) above sea level. The mountain is located at the western wide of the Grampian Mountain range in Scottish Highlands. Given it’s statue, every year more the 150,000 people try to climb it, with …
Wetsuits are basically tight, insulated onesies worn by surfers and divers to keep warm while they are in the water. They work by keeping a thin layer of water close to the body that is warmed up from the heat of the body. But since they are so tight (and SO hard to shimmy on …
Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in the British Isles with a summit of 1,345 metres (4,413 ft) above sea level. The summit is the highest land in any direction for 459 miles (739 km). The mountain is also a very popular destination with hikers attracting an estimated 100,000 ascents each year with climbers looking …
Without a GPS device, it is nearly impossible to successfully complete a smooth hiking trip. In earlier days, hikers used to carry paper maps and compasses to find there way around the countryside, however since the introduction of GPS units into the market in the early 90’s, taking a handheld GPS unit with you into …
