REVIEW | SALOMON X ULTRA 2 GTX HIKING SHOES

There are a wide range of reasons why you might choose a shoe over a boot, they are great for those who hike on low level trails, who want to move quickly along the trail, or who are looking for … Continued

SEVEN PICTURE PERFECT SPOTS TO ENJOY IN BRITAIN

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Take a look at today’s guest post from outdoors fanatic and content writer for The Case Farm, Rachel Campbell, on seven of the most picturesque places in Britain to spend your August bank holiday weekend. There’s nothing quite like the … Continued

THE GREAT BRITISH ADVENTURE MAP

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Great Britain is the ultimate adventure playground. Our little island is jam-packed with glorious adventures waiting to be had. And so is this, the ultimate adventure map of Britain. Featuring thousands of wild and beautiful locations, long-distance routes, eccentric events … Continued

BREAKING IN LEATHER HIKING BOOTS | BRASHER COUNTRY MASTER

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I often talk about boots that are comfortable “straight from the box”, that is, with little or no breaking in required. It’s something of an advantage of the lighter mesh and material boots – if you choose a traditional leather … Continued

ONE PAIR OF BOOTS FOR EVERY ACTIVITY | KEEN TERRADORA

When you are heading out for a day outside, how do you choose what to put on your feet? When packing for a road trip for which you have limited room in your bag, how do you pick the sole … Continued

FIND YOUR LOCAL GREENSPACE AND GETOUTSIDE

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If you’ve been reading Splodz Blogz for any length of time you will know how I like to champion getting outside in your local area. I’ve said, more than once, that there are so many places to explore from your … Continued

WATERPROOFING MYSELF FOR HIKING

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Recently I seem to be in the habit of choosing the wettest of wet days to go hiking. And camping. I mean, this year alone I’ve done Kinder, Lancashire, and the Yorkshire Three Peaks in absolutely terrible rain. A lot … Continued