Hiking & Camping

Whether you're a casual car camper or a gram-counting thru-hiker, we're sure to have tips and gear to make your next trip one to remember.


Date Posted: 27 August 2025

We always have suggestions for what to take when it comes to hiking, whether that’s for a day-trip, overnight or multi-day, but what do we actually take? 


Date Posted: 13 August 2025

If you’re new to multi-day hikes and looking to go on a holiday, combine the two and head to the southwest of Germany to experience the best of the large, famous, forested mountain range: Schwarzwald (Black Forest). 


Date Posted: 30 July 2025

Home to kings, queens, and the Great British Bake Off, England has an open landscape, peppered with history from prehistoric settlements, to Roman ruins and medieval castles. Explore the English countryside and soak up the local history under your feet. 


Date Posted: 4 June 2025

Hiking by yourself can be great fun. You’re not bound to another person’s schedule, you have more flexibility and you can take time out to focus on, well…. Yourself! Sometimes though - as can happen in everyday life - your mental state can go up and down. 


Date Posted: 8 May 2025

Meet Kay! With a passion for climbing, hiking and all things outdoors, she's always ready for her next adventure. Here's what she has to say about her gear of choice. 


Date Posted: 17 April 2025

We’re now heading towards the colder months of the year. Depending on the temperature of your region or how far south you plan to travel, you may need to consider alternative or additional equipment to keep yourself warm. 


Date Posted: 27 March 2025

Maybe you like to run, or perhaps lifting weights is your go-to exercise. There are so many different ways to move your body and they all have various benefits, which is why doing more than one sport - known as cross-training - can be helpful. 


Date Posted: 22 January 2025

Great performance in any sport starts with eating well! Here's a guide for what to eat before, during and after exercise for best results. 


Date Posted: 8 January 2025

Get out of the house with your kids and learn something together in the great outdoors! We've compiled a big list of great activities to try while hiking with kids. 


Date Posted: 4 December 2024

Going on a flight but don’t want to have checked luggage? We get it. The worry of losing your luggage, having your bag tampered with, or just not wanting to lug a case around with you is enough to make anyone want to have only carry-on baggage. 


Date Posted: 4 December 2024

Sometimes we all just need a little extra support. Strapping tape or k-tape can be used to provide gentle support and guidance to joints for injury recovery or even prevention. Learn the basics of applying sports tape to some common joints with our guide 


Date Posted: 24 August 2024

Looking for your first hiking pack and not sure where to start? Here's our guide on the kind of gear you'll be carrying for various trips, and the pack size we recommend to carry it all. 


Date Posted: 21 August 2024

Your sleep system can make or break a camping trip. We run through the basics of selecting your first mat, bag, pillow and liner to set yourself up for a comfortable night's sleep. 


Date Posted: 10 April 2024

Knowing how to use a compass and read a map is a very useful skill and especially important when hiking in areas unknown to you or your companions. Keep yourself on track when hiking by levelling up your compass reading ability. 


Date Posted: 19 December 2023

So you've seen people wearing hydration packs and you want to know more. Should I do get one, and what are they for? We run through the basics of when you need a hydration vest and how to choose the right one for you. 

Date Posted: 10 July 2023

Thorough preparation and good gear is essential to safely enjoying the Overland Track...especially as almost half the track is above 1000m elevation on exposed plateaus in remote areas. Make sure you pack smart as well as light with our gear checklist!