Outdoor
Outdoor Clothing and Equipment
You rely on your outdoor equipment and outdoor clothing to keep you alive and comfortable when you are pushing yourself in the outdoors, so you should arm yourself with the best knowledge and the most appropriate equipment.
We select our staff carefully for their knowledge and experience and they in turn select our product range which is what they would choose to use on the hills, underground or out in the backcountry. So you can be sure that our range is the best for you as well.
Come in store for more advice, for the best walking boot fitting service, or to have a rucksack, rockshoe, trail running shoe, race vest or walking shoe personally fitted by our experts.
If you can't find exactly what you are looking for or if its something a bit more unique or niche then please get in touch and we will make sure you get what you need.
Delve deeper and you can choose from the following collections of top brands plus many more:
Bushcraft: Kelly Kettle, Light My Fire, Opinel, Robens, Snugpak, Solo Stove, Ticket to the Moon and Wolf and Grizzly.
Camping: Crux, Exped, Expedition Foods, Jetboil, Lightwave, MSR, Nordisk, Primus, Sea to Summit, Trangia, Vango, VauDe, Victorinox, Wayfayrer, Wild Country Tents and Western Mountaineering.
Caving: Alp Design, Beal, Climbing Technology, Fenix, Kong, Lyon, Petzl, Raumer and Warmbac.
Climbing: 8b+, Beastmaker, Betastick, Black Diamond, Boreal, ClimbOn!, DMM (made in Wales), Edelrid, Five Ten, Grivel, La Sportiva, Moon, Ocun, Pongoose, Scarpa, Tenaya, Totem and Wild Country.
Running: CEP, Clif Bar, High 5, Injinji, Inov8, Montane, Mountain King, Raidlight, Salt Stick, Scott, Tailwind, Ultimate Direction and VJ-Sport.
Travel: Aquapac, Beaton's, Julbo, Life Systems, Life Venture, Oakley, Ortlieb and Peli Cases.
Walking: Bestard, Camelbak, Compeed, Deuter, Exped, Granger's, Kahtoola, Keen, Klean Kanteen, Leki, Lowa, Lowe Alpine, Meindl, Nalgene, Nikwax, Oboz, Salewa, Salomon, Sidas, Silva, Source, Teva and Zamberlan.
and Clothing for each activity from: Bridgedale, Buff, Buffalo, Darn Tough, Icebreaker, Mammut, Marmot, Odlo, Outdoor Research, Patagonia, Rab, Sealskinz and Tilley.
OMM Ltd
Halo Smock
The OMM Ltd Halo Smock is a highly portable and airy waterproof smock that compresses to the dimensions of a tennis ball. Specifically designed for mixed weather conditions, it's crafted with slender and fully sealed seams in a two-layer waterproof material. The smock boasts a minimalist style with a half-length zipper, elastic closures on the hood and cuffs, as well as an adaptable extended tail to prevent it from riding up when worn under a backpack or during demanding activities like scrambling.
Climbing Technology
Quick Step A
The Climbing Technology Quick Step A is an ascender for the right or left foot, when used in conjunction with an ascender handle (e.g. QUICK’UP+ or QUICK’ARBOR H) or a chest ascender (e.g. CHEST ASCENDER HC), makes it easier and speeds up the ascent of a rope.
Boreal
Saurus 2.0 Women's
The Boreal Saurus 2.0 Women's is a robust and comfortable trail running shoe that's been designed to meet the requirements of the most demanding terrains, thanks to its Vibram Trail sole in MegaGrip. They also feature Boreal's patented Integrated Toe Rand (ITR) system that helps prevent the delamination of the toe-cap. The Saurus 2.0 is a great shoe and is perfectly suited for outdoor activities such as orienteering, trail running and approach walks.
Oakley
Sutro Lite Sweep
The Oakley Sutro Lite Sweep sunglasses combine high levels of durability and all-day comfort with a bold statement design. Their functional, sporty design provides an extended field of view, optimized coverage and impact protection.
Deuter
Futura Pro 34 SL
The Deuter Future Pro 34SL is designed to fit the female anatomy and was developed for multi-day tours where comfort must not be lacking. The backpack therefore has the ergonomic Aircomfort Sensic Pro mesh back system. This provides maximum back ventilation due to the innovative mesh. In addition, the moveable VariFlex ECL hip fins with ergonomic padded inserts allow energy-saving carrying.
Ultimate Performance
Ultimate Compression Elastic Ankle Support
The Ultimate Performance Ultimate Compression Elastic Ankle Support is a stable all-day support for weak, stiff or aching ankles. Lightweight, compression with 4-way stretch targets the area's most needing support. The Ultimate Elastic Ankle Support uses a seamless circular knit to provide compressive support to unstable ankles. Thinner than traditional neoprene styles the compressive design still gives that high level of support that you are looking for. Therefore it is ideal for those who are allergic to or dislike the bulk and heat generation of neoprene or latex.
Ordnance Survey
Short Walks Made Easy
The Ordnance Survey Short Walks Made Easy series of guidebooks feature simple turn-by-turn directions and reassuring photos of selected points along the way, with easy-to-follow route profiles and easy-read, ultra-clear walk maps. These are the perfect guidebooks for those with no previous walking experience or specialist gear, featuring bottom-of-the-hill walks in some of Britain's favourite outdoor places. Fascinating places of interest may provide ideas for extending your visit, while Nature Notes point to things you might spot.
Thermarest
NeoAir Xtherm NXT R
The Thermarest NeoAir Xtherm NXT features the best warmth-to-weight ratio of any sleeping mat ever made. It uses cutting edge Triangular Core Matrixâ„¢ technology along with ThermaCaptureâ„¢ to deliver a 7.3 R-value, whilst weighing in at just 439g. Warmer and thicker than the previous model, the XTherm NXT cements its legacy of being the go-to sleeping pad for alpinists, mountaineers and extreme cold expeditions. At 3-inches thick, with horizontal baffles, all-night comfort and support are at hand, while 70D nylon on the bottom ensures the XTherm NXT holds up to extended expedition use.
Deuter
Utilion 30
The Deuter Utilion 30 is a comfortable daysack that features Deuter's ergonomic AirStripes carry system that gently hugs the back, whilst ventilation channels provide airflow. This great all-round backpack features a roll-top opening with a buckle closure, together with a zip around back panel opening that provides quick and easy access to the contents in the main compartment.
Vango
Nitestar Alpha 250S
The Vango Nitestar Alpha 250S is an award winning sleeping bag that's been made with Vango's Alpha insulation, which combines excellent warmth and lightweight properties with improved compressibility. Smaller and lighter than ever before, the Nitestar Alpha is perfect for youth groups or your spring and summer adventures, especially for those who may need a shorter sleeping bag.
Montane
Men's Tenacity XT Pants
The Montane Men's Tenacity XT Pants are warm and durable winter mountaineering trousers made with technical fabrics for the highest levels of performance. The fabric construction delivers on wind and abrasion resistance, as well as a DWR to protect and keep you dry on wet days. 4-way stretch provides freedom of movement, so you can explore with ease, whilst the instep fabric ensures enhanced durability where it’s needed most. The Tenacity XT Pants will keep you well protected across a wise range of adventures, from hiking and walking to mountaineering and trekking.
Montane
Trail Gaiter
The Montane Trail Gaiters are a lightweight shoe and ankle guard that have been made using durable, 4-way stretch materials. Built for trail and mountain runners alike, the Trail Gaiter is designed to sit closely around the ankle and your shoes to protect from any debris getting in. They feature strategically placed stretch panels for freedom of movement, as well as abrasion-resistant insteps which provide protection where you need it most.
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Friction Labs
Gorilla Grip
Friction Labs Gorilla Grip climbing chalk has been meticulously crafted to elevate your climbing performance to new heights. Created by climbers for climbers, it has earned the trust of elite athletes across various sports reliant on enduring grip. Unlike conventional chalk, it's meticulously processed in Denver, Colorado, stripping away unnecessary fillers to offer unparalleled moisture absorption with a single application. Formulated with high-purity magnesium carbonate, it caters to all skin types, ensuring consistent performance on the rock.
Friction Labs
Secret Stuff Hygienic (80% Alcohol)
Friction Labs 80% Alcohol Hygienic Secret Stuff is the world's premier hygienic chalk. Handcrafted in the USA with a patent-pending base formula of 80% Ethyl alcohol, this liquid chalk not only provides a confident grip but also naturally cleanses and disinfects your hands. Its unique cream formula delivers chalk deep into the texture of your hands, ensuring thorough cleansing and maximum grip enhancement.
Friction Labs
Secret Stuff (Alcohol Free)
Friction Labs Alcohol-Free Secret Stuff serves as an ideal foundational liquid chalk gel suitable for all skin types. This latest innovation from FrictionLabs comes in a convenient gel form, perfect for application in the gym or drier climates. It particularly benefits climbers with naturally dry skin. Use it independently or in tandem with your preferred FrictionLabs loose chalk for optimal performance.