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Selecting New Camping Equipment

Tents

There are a large range of tents, from low cost festival tents to high specification mountain tents and even large capacity multi person family tents. The choice is massive so to help you in your selection our experts have drawn up some jargon busting advice on buying a tent.

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Click for Coleman Camping Tent Specifications...

Or click for Vango Camping Tent Specifications...

Backpacks

Backpacks or rucksacks whichever you may call them range from 25 litres capacity up to 90 litres capacity.

There are different back systems to suit differing requirements. To help select the one most appropriate for your needs we have some advice pages.

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Sleeping Bags

Whether you need a sleeping bag to sleep over indoors, or to scale a mountain or anything in between we have a large range to choose from. With choice comes confusion, to help you in choosing the best sleeping bag for your requirement we have some advice for you.

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Walking Boots

Walking boots and footwear are a hikers most essential piece of kit. A poor fit will result in a miserable time, as will an inappropriate boot. To ensure you select the most suitable boot for you we have some advice on choosing your walking boots.

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Fabric Technologies

Waterproofs, fleeces, fast drying lightweight fabrics make camping and hiking more comfortable than ever before. The range of fabrics can be baffling some we have put all the advice together.

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Walking Poles

Trekking or walking poles offer many benefits to walkers and hikers whether used in pairs or as a single pole all serious hikers should consider them.

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Camping Check Lists

Going away or on an expedition? Below are equipment and clothing checklists for different types of trips. We aren't promising that they will contain all the bits you need but they are certainly a good starting point when getting your kit together.

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NikwaxNikwax - Caring For Outdoor Clothing

A guide to caring for Nikwax products, and general information on Nikwax products, well worth a read.

Click here to see the Nikwax Outdoor Clothing Care Guides...

NikwaxChoosing Petzl Headtorches

If you are having trouble choosing a head torch then this guide is for you, there is some great information on what each torch is best used for, video reviews, and technical specifications.

Click here to see the Petzl Head Torch Advice Page...

NikwaxWayfayrer Camping Foods

Wayfarer foods offer you ready to eat, real food for the great outdoors. They have a variety of meals to suit you and your adventure from Chicken Casseroles to Chilli Con Carne

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NikwaxJetboil Cooking Systems

Frustrated with clunky stoves and heavy bottles?

You need to learn more about the Jetboil, we have put together this page with some Jetboil review videos, Jetboil comparisons and some information on each Jetboil System so you can weigh up each system to make your trip a much more pleasurable one, whether camping, climbing or mountaineering.

Click here to learn more about Jetboil Personal Cooking Systems...

NikwaxA Guide To Coleman & Campingaz Stoves & Grills

Choosing a stove or grill can be tricky, its difficult to tell the difference between burners, what they are designed to do and what their capabilities are. Because of these difficulties we have created this advice page to help make your decision the correct one.

This page contains information on what each burner or burner series is best used for, there is also information including, features and compatible appliances.

Click here to learn more about Coleman and Campingaz Stoves & Grills...

Festival Gear GuideFestival Gear Guide

New to the festival scene or are you a seasoned veteran? Either way we have advice to make your trip a little more comfortable through the correct kit..

For more information please see our festival gear guide...

Travel JohnTravel John Portable Loo

The Travel John is a great new innovation, essentially its a pocket loo which allows you to relieve yourself in a safe, secure and hygeinic way.

Click here to learn more about the Travel John...

BerghausBerghaus Technologies

Berghaus fabric technologies advice on the new AQ2 and AQ3 along with fabric technologies including GORE-TEX, Polartec, AF, Pertex, Down and Primaloft.

Click here to see our Berghaus advice page...

Berghaus Fitting InstructionsBerghaus Rucksack Fitting Instructions

Advice on fitting Berghaus rucksacks. Including their semi adjustable range and their Biofit and Bioflex systems.

Click here to see our Berghaus rucksack fitments advice...

Berghaus Fitting InstructionsBerghaus Rucksack Systems

Advice on Berghaus Rucksack Systems including the Bio-fit, Bio-flex and freeflow back systems. Along with information the Jalan luxe and EVA breathe range.

Click here to see our Berghaus Rucksack advice page...

Mountain Hardwear TechnologiesMountain Hardwear Advice & Technologies

Advice on Mountain Hardwear outwear, base layers, sleeping bags, tents and rucksacks. Includes technical information on fabrics.

Click here to see our Mountain Hardwear Advice page...

Jansport TechnologiesJansport Backpack Technologies

Advice on Jansport backpacks, information on the various technologies used including Airlight, S-Curve, Aircore and biovent.

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CamelbakCamelback Hydration Systems

Advice on Camelback hydration systems, information on thie drink smarted water bottle study, cleaning tips and advie on their chilljacket.

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Advice on fitting gaitersAdvice On Fitting Gaiters

Want to know the easiest way to fit gaiters? This guide shows you how step by step with pictures to make things easier.

Click here to see our advice page on how to fit gaiters...

North Face Advice and TechnologiesNorth Face Advice & Technologies

Advice on North Face Clothing, Backpacks and Tents. Includes information on the various technologies North Face use.

Click here to see our advice pages on North Face Equipment...

SnugpakSnugpak Technologies

Snugpak sleeping bags are some of the most technologically advanced sleeping bags on the market with a variety of technologies used both on the external of the sleeping bag, the inner and the insulation itself. This page has been created to explain these technologies.

For more information please see our information page.

Click here to learn more about Snugpak Technologies...

Advice on camp firesAdvice On Camp Fires

One of the most popular and pleasurable parts of any camping trip is building a campfire, cooking on it, telling stories around it and enjoying spending time outdoors until late in the night. But how to approach building a great fire safely by your tent is an important consideration. We’ve come up some of the most important aspects of building a great camp fire this season.

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Caravan Holiday TipsCaravan Holiday Tips

For anyone who has been camping and hated the lack of luxuries available, then camping is a great alternative solution – not only can you take basic amenities with you like chemical toilet and shower, a fridge, and you can even have a television and sleep in a comfy bed for the duration of your holiday.

Click here to see our Caravan Holiday Tips page

Gap Year Equipment ListGap Year Equipment List

After sixth form or college, many young people go on gap years to experience new things, learn new skills, volunteer, meet new people, and above all create some lifelong memories before embarking on work placements or university studies. If you are planning on taking a gap year before university, you will need to ensure that you take the right equipment and pack light!

Click here to see our Gap Year Equipment List page

Good Correct Camping EtiquetteGood Correct Camping Etiquette

When it comes to camping and staying in the great outdoors, there are a few unwritten rules that campers need to follow – these rules aren’t to stop you having a great time but they need to be adhered to so that everyone has the best time possible!

Click here to learn more about Campign Etiquette

Looking After And Maintaining Camping EquipmentLooking After And Maintaining Camping Equipment

Camping means that a lot of the time you are outdoors, which means that a lot of the time you will inevitably be exposed to the elements, and whether it is scorching sun, heavy rain or gale force winds you are competing with, it is very important to look after your camping equipment so that it lasts more than one camping trip!

Click here to see our advice page on Looking After And Maintaining Camping Equipment

Camp Cooking Equipment ListCamp Cooking Equipment List

Getting your camping gear together is one of the most important components in ensuring a successful camping trip. When it comes to cooking great outdoor meals, you will also need to check you have the right cooking equipment with you, or you will just be eating whatever you can find...and no one wants that! So here it is; your very own camp cooking equipment checklist.

Click here to view our Camp Cooking Equipment List

Winter CaravanningWinter Caravanning

Many people plan caravanning holidays while the sun is still shining and the weather is hot, but the popularity of winter caravanning is reaching an all time high, and it is no wonder – it’s a great way to get out of the house and get a change of scenery without all the summer rush of camping crowds!

Click here to see our advice page on Winter Caravanning..

Backpacking Camping TipsBackpacking Camping Tips

Backpacking is quite simply a hike to a camping location; however, the activity is very popular with gap year students and adventurous travellers alike and is often considered one of the most exciting experiences of a lifetime. Packing the right gear to appropriately kit you out for a trip is vital in ensuring a successful stay wherever you go.

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Campfire SafetyCampfire Safety

When camping, a campfire can be one of the special treats of living outdoors. However, fire safety is just as important in the outdoors as it is in the home, and following some basic campfire safety rules can ensure the wellbeing of all campers.

Click here to see our advice page on Building a campfire...
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