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Attending an Advanced Scrambling Course
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Just to recap, in May this year I did a mountain craft course with Rob Johnson. I spent six days playing in the Welsh mountains with two of those d...
A Guide to the Countryside Code
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The millennium brought significant benefits for outdoor enthusiasts in the form of the Countryside and Rights of Way Act. This 'right to roam' allo...
Gore-Tex SURROUND at the IMS in Italy : An Introduction to SURROUND Technology
by Abbie Farrow
You may have noticed if you’re following Simply Hike on Facebook or Twitter, that last week, Shaun and myself were invited to attend the Internatio...
Thermarest NeoAir XLite Review
by Nicholas Townsend
When I first saw the NeoAir XLite from Therm-A-Rest I was really impressed with by everything - the size, weight and the performance it claims to g...
Winter adventures are miserably cold, wet, windy and absolutely brilliant.
by Abbie Farrow
It’s mid October and I’m lying in my tent in a North Devon Campsite which has the capacity for somewhere in the region of 500 tents. I am however t...
Montane Mens Terra Pants Review
by Nick Hurst
Offering great breathability and durability, the Terra Pants are a serious pair of walking trousers that are ideal for anyone wanting a good mix of...
Peak District Trip Showreel 2014
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We recently vent...
Wild Camping : The Rules
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Camping, as we know, holds the key to the freedom of the great outdoors. Who could possibly resist the prospect of a few days immersed in nature; g...
First Time Hike: A Woman’s Perspective
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Hiker Bio
Age: 26
Fitness Level: Moderate
Hiking experience: None
Location: Kinder Scout, The Peak District
Trail: Jacobs Ladder
Ok, so firs...
Exped Dry Bags Review
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Exped are one of the main leaders when it comes to dry bags or packsacks. But why are Exped so popular in this market? What are they doing differen...
A Guide to Footpath Signs in England and Wales
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Whether you are a casual walker enjoying a Sunday afternoon stroll or a dedicated hiker looking to explore our islands’ wide and beautiful countrys...
Why invest in a quality tent?
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Camping in the British Isles has always been fun and healthy, but now it is heavily promoted as cheap and affordable too – and with a four-person t...