All the mapping you need to complete the 95 mile (153km) West Highland Way, an official Scottish Long Distance Route from Milngavie near Glasgow to Fort William. Showcasing the wild beauty of western Scotland, the trail is a journey from the lowlands to the highlands, passing Loch Lomond then crossing Rannoch Moor before finishing in…
Formidable, yet minimal, the Osprey Sportlite 20 is a great day hike backpack for the fast and light crowd who know what they’re getting into and only pack what they need. Panel-loading design keeps your packing straightforward and a minimal silhouette eliminates any need to fuss around. Plus, its AirScape backpanel and suspension system elevates…
There’s probably no more enjoyable way to learn about English history, the landscape, the folklore and its people, than to embark upon the classic English Coast to Coast Walk, first developed by the great British fell-walker, Alfred Wainwright. Join us as we make our way along this classic walk, which starts from St Bees in…
The Lowe Alpine Edge 22 Daypack has had a few little updates to make it even more comfortable to wear as well as a few aesthetic changes. The Edge series from Lowe Alpine has always been the great “all rounder” of day packs. The look and function just as good on the train commute to…
A step up from it’s little brother the Field, the Ranger MS is the go-to tool for most map work on the planet. A longer base plate, magnifying lens and luminous markings build on the strengths of the entry-level model to complete this classic compass model. All Silva compasses include a pamphlet explaining their 1-2-3…
This is one of a series of excellent guide books from the Confraternity of Saint James, the pre-eminent, London-based organisation supporting pilgrim activities in Europe. Their guides are an inexpensive option for walkers heading to Santiago de Compostela on any of the many routes across Spain, France and beyond. Each book provides directions and details…
Travel light, cover more ground. Compact, organized, and comfortable, the Arcteryx 20L Mantis holds the gear you need for short hikes – or long hikes with a refined kit. The padded back and internal frame sheet create a comfortable, balanced carry, and the topload design gives you quick, wide-open access to the main compartment. Smaller…
Here’s one for those of us who pine for the classic knapsack of old: the tough canvas top loader aka the Zipless by One Planet. Alloy hook buckles secure the lid while the front pocket is always accessible. Waterloc canvas is resistant to all but the most brutal weather. A minimal, yet padded and vented,…
Perfect dry compression storage from Sea to Summit to keep gear reliably dry and compact inside a backpack or bike bag. Made from bluesign-approved ultra lightweight Ultra-Sil 30D Cordura nylon with a C0 non-PFC DWR, and an eVent fabric air permeable base with a C0 non-PFC DWR finish that allows you to push air out…
Compartmentalise to your heart’s content with these featherweight Zip Packs from Swiss legends Exped. The lightest splashproof packing cells on the market, this comes in at a ridiculous 31g. Use it to separate your dirty laundry, or thermals or undies, or whatever you like. The customs inspectors will be so impressed!
Lightweight and ergonomic, this pack is designed for those who love fast-paced hiking and trail running. Featuring Deuter’s innovative Lite back system, it boasts vest-style, perforated shoulder straps, flexible hip fins, and a precision-adjustable sternum strap-all crafted from 100% recycled, bluesign certified fabric. Keep your essentials close at hand with a convenient pocket on the…
John Chapman and his co-authors spend their lives hiking all over this great land and writing guide books so the rest of us can follow them. Through years of refinement John & Co’s books are well laid-out and colourfully illustrated that detail routes, background, safety, trip planning and further reading.