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 …
The Osprey Kestrel 48 Rucksack has been designed for what I call off-beat travel plans. Basically, its the perfect backpack to step out onto hidden trails for a hike, while carrying your hiking and camping gear. The problem with off-beat trails is you never know how long you’re going to be out for on hills. …
One of the best large, men’s, camping backpacks on the market today is the Gregory Baltoro 75 backpack. It’s a brilliant backpack that allows you to stuff all your essential camping gear into a rucksack and put the entire load on your back with ease. The bag comes with a premium price, but a premium …
Lightweight tents are the rage in 2020 as they have so many uses. Gone are the day when you either pack a daypack and head out for a walk knowing that you’ll return that same day. In this day, it’s possible to take “just in case” backpacks where you pack enough supplies for a couple …
Fishing is an outdoor pastime that can require a lot of equipment. However, thanks to the latest light-weight technology, there is no reason that you cannot bring a fishing pole with you when you’re hiking on the mountains. Fishing poles that are created to be carried in your rucksack are available, and they allow you …