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WEBTake to the romantic wild Brontë moors, home to Cathy and Heathcliff, on this walk starting in the hilltop village of Haworth in West Yorkshire . Up-to-date news and features from the outdoors for walkers, fellrunners, hikers and ramblers. Plan, print, share, export and analyse routes using Ordnance Survey mapping.
grough — Fowler and Saunders complete first ever ascent of …
WEB4 hours ago · Mick Fowler, 68, and Victor Saunders, 74, first climbed in Pakistan together in 1984, and 37 years ago made their renowned ascent of the Golden Pillar of Spantik, which lies a few hours away from Yawash Sar. Fowler and Saunders were regular climbing partners in the 1980s when both men lived in London. …
grough — On test: lightweight walking boots reviewed
WEBOct 24, 2022 · Some Danner boots can be ‘recrafted’, ie repaired rather than replaced, but the Free Spirit isn’t included in the scheme. However, the Danner boots were good quality and proved durable during testing, so we’ve based our rating on that. Best uses: urban, country walking, trail walking. Performance 34/40. Comfort 24/30.
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WEBAug 5, 2011 · Lake District avalanche survivor reunited with rescuers, 40 years on. A man who was rescued following an avalanche in the Lake District has been reunited with volunteers who came to his aid – 40 years after the incident. Up-to-date news and features from the outdoors for walkers, fellrunners, hikers and ramblers.
On test: three- to four-season walking boots reviewed - grough
WEBNov 7, 2021 · Photo: Bob Smith/grough. First, it’s useful to explain what we mean by a three- to four-season boot. We’ve seen from time to time this term used to mean a boot that suitable for use in full winter conditions, as well as walking during the rest of the year. But our definition for this test is for a boot that can be used throughout the year ...
On test: 30-45 litre rucksacks reviewed - grough
WEBJun 28, 2021 · The Arrow 30 is a conventionally styled compact rucksack with a single main compartment plus two zipped side pockets. It also has a lid with medium-sized zipped compartment. The Berghaus pack is made from sturdy-feeling ripstop polyester. Entry to the main area is via a standard top opening, with a drawcord fastening.
grough — On test: winter waterproof jackets reviewed
WEBFeb 7, 2022 · A good waterproof jacket is one of the essential pieces of kit if you’re heading for the hills in winter. UK weather is unpredictable and during our prolonged testing of the jackets in this review we encountered gales, snow, hail, heavy rain and the occasional sunny interval, with temperatures between 10C and -6C, with a …
Outdoor brands reveal new products as trade show resumes after …
WEBJul 18, 2021 · Photo: Bob Smith/grough. The outdoor industry has taken its first tentative boot-shod steps to a kind of normality with the staging of a UK trade show, for the first time in two years. The Outdoor Trade Show was the first time since the start of the various lockdowns that industry figures had the chance to meet face-to-face.
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WEBOn test: Montane Anti-Freeze XT Hoodie reviewed. Price: £280 Weight: 494g (men’s medium, including stuffsack) Insulation: water-resistant duck down Shell fabric: Pertex Quantum Eco Country of manufacture: Cambodia Women’s version: yes Sizes: men’s S-XXL; women’s 8-16 There was a time when, if you needed the warmth provided by an insulated jacket, your choice was pretty much limited to ...
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WEBUp-to-date news and features from the outdoors for walkers, fellrunners, hikers and ramblers. Plan, print, share, export and analyse routes using Ordnance Survey mapping.