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Merino wool is a great option if you prioritise natural materials, breathability, and odour-resistance, while synthetic fabrics are ideal if you pr...

Properly washing and caring for your merino wool clothing is essential to ensure it performs at its best for many years. Merino wool has natural od...

There’s nothing quite like an outdoor sleepover. There’s a hot chocolate waiting for you in the morning and a bivvy-shaped-bedroom stuffed away in ...

Welcome to our guide on how to set up a tarp when camping. We'll explain 6 ways you can pitch a tarp and how to stop rain collecting on your tarp. ...

Bivvying is camping in its simplest form - lightweight with minimalist gear. It's camping without a tent. Bivvying extends the range of adventures ...

If you don’t know your Filoment from your Fantom, then fear not. We’ve put together a brief AlpDictionary of our nine insulating outer layers so yo...

If you’ve ever worn a waterproof jacket or a pair of softshell walking trousers then you've probably already come into contact with PFCs – perhaps ...

Winter camping can be idyllic. Use this guide to plan your big winter night out. How to go camping in winter What to wear for camping in winter Ho...

Cold water - how do you get in? Why do you do it? Is there any way to make it easier? Alpkiteer Kate Rew eases us in. I am either monumentally rubb...

As well as giving you something comfortable to lie on, your sleeping mat provides vital insulation from the cold ground. Unless you’re camping in v...

We evolved in to live at 28°C.  Without clothes, we’d shiver below 25°C. That's why insulated jackets are an essential part of our outdoor wardrobe...