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    Should I buy hiking boots or hiking shoes guide
    26 Aug 2022 / Nassrin Chamanian
    Do you need hiking boots or walking shoes? Whether you're going hillwalking or hiking, down valleys low or mountains high, your footwear must be fit for purpose. Here's how to find the best hiking boots or shoes for any terrain. Do I need a hiking shoe or a hiking boot? Whether you choose to buy hiking shoes or hiking boots depends on what...
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    Camping staycation outdoor adventure essentials
    08 Oct 2021 / Gabriella Burden
    Are you planning an adventure closer to home this year? There are thousands of campsites in the UK that are an ideal base for outdoor activites, hiking and cycling. Wherever your next trip will take you and whether you're camping, glamping or caravaning, be sure to make the most of the great outdoors with these 10 camping essentials. #1 - The...
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    How to choose the best waterproof outdoor jacket
    13 Jan 2021 / Damien Whinnery
    The variety of uses, materials, features, and styles makes choosing the perfect waterproof outdoor jacket more challenging than a 40% incline, but we have the tools to help you.
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    How to find the perfect hiking boot for you
    22 Nov 2018
    Salomon adventurer Squash Falconer 's challenges have taken her all over the world, including up and down Everest. We thought she was the perfect person to talk us through picking the perfect hiking boots. What to look for The perfect fit! It’s so important. A great tip is to wear your walking socks when you try a hiking boot on and...
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    The Ultimate Gear Guide for Winter OCR and Trail Running
    09 Oct 2018
    Obstacle course races (OCR) are muddy at the best of times, but in winter and spring, things get especially cold and wet. Here’s our ultimate gear guide for the winter season!
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    Run the trails with Arc'teryx
    24 Apr 2018 / Nassrin Chamanian
    North Vancouver sits at the foot of the North Shore Mountains, just minutes away from skiing, climbing, and harsh mountain environments. A unique setting for a city and the perfect crucible for innovative, purposeful outdoor designs. Introducing Arc'teryx . Now available from Wiggle. Design with intent Founded by local climbers in 1989, Arc...
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    Ricky Lightfoot's 'Guide to lightweight trail running kit'
    04 May 2016
    Ricky Lightfoot is one of Salomon Running's ambassadors, and a veteran of some of the world's toughest ultra-marathons and trail running events. In this guide, he looks at how you can run better, and run faster; by making smart kit choices for trail running.