Buyer’s Guides
Base layers buyer’s guide
Thursday, October 1st, 2009
Out of sight, out of mind: base layers are often ignored by walkers when shopping for gear, but few items make such a difference to your comfort…
Mid layers buyer’s guide
Monday, September 7th, 2009
Fleece or soft shell? Synthetic or natural? From warmth and waterproofing to wind protection and weight, walk gear experts Minnie Burlton and Paul McCarty present their top tips for choosing the best mid layer…
GPS buyer’s guide
Thursday, May 28th, 2009
Walking. It used to be so simple. A wilderness. A map. Away you go. To keep up with the times we thought we’d better give the latest digital navigation handsets a good old once-over…
Walking poles buyer’s guide
Thursday, May 28th, 2009
Used correctly, poles can take the strain off your knees when walking, reducing fatigue and aiding balance…



