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WEBTake to the romantic wild Brontë moors, home to Cathy and Heathcliff, on this walk starting in the hilltop village of Haworth in West Yorkshire . Up-to-date news and features from the outdoors for walkers, fellrunners, hikers and ramblers. Plan, print, share, export and analyse routes using Ordnance Survey mapping.
grough — On test: Rab Infinity Microlight Jacket reviewed
WEBMar 17, 2022 · The Infinity Microlight was comfortable in use, with soft-feeling fabrics, and wasn’t rustly while on the move. Fit was fairly athletic, so it didn’t flap around in strong winds. Quality of the jacket was good. Photo: Bob Smith/grough. Quality was good, and the jacket has good sustainability credentials, with recycled down and Nikwax ...
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WEBAug 5, 2011 · Runner Joss Naylor 'King of the Fells' dies aged 88. Joss Naylor, an elder statesman of the fellrunning community, has died, aged 88. The Wasdale farmer held many running records and was a familiar fa... Up-to-date news and features from the outdoors for walkers, fellrunners, hikers and ramblers. Plan, print, share, export and analyse routes ...
grough — On test: winter waterproof jackets reviewed
WEBFeb 7, 2022 · A good waterproof jacket is one of the essential pieces of kit if you’re heading for the hills in winter. UK weather is unpredictable and during our prolonged testing of the jackets in this review we encountered gales, snow, hail, heavy rain and the occasional sunny interval, with temperatures between 10C and -6C, with a …
On test: three- to four-season walking boots reviewed - grough
WEBNov 7, 2021 · Photo: Bob Smith/grough. First, it’s useful to explain what we mean by a three- to four-season boot. We’ve seen from time to time this term used to mean a boot that suitable for use in full winter conditions, as well as walking during the rest of the year. But our definition for this test is for a boot that can be used throughout the year ...
On test: insulated jackets reviewed - grough
WEBJan 24, 2021 · On test: insulated jackets reviewed. An insulated jacket will help keep you warm when the temperature plummets. Photo: Bob Smith/grough. An insulated jacket is a winter essential if you’re heading for the hills or the open countryside. It will keep you warm when the temperature drops and could be a lifesaver in protecting you from the elements.
On test: 30-45 litre rucksacks reviewed - grough
WEBJun 28, 2021 · The Arrow 30 is a conventionally styled compact rucksack with a single main compartment plus two zipped side pockets. It also has a lid with medium-sized zipped compartment. The Berghaus pack is made from sturdy-feeling ripstop polyester. Entry to the main area is via a standard top opening, with a drawcord fastening.
Time for warmth: we head north for the lowdown on insulation for …
WEBOct 30, 2023 · A clo value of 1 is the insulation needed to maintain the thermal equilibrium of a resting person in a room at 21C. So the lower clo the more suitable it is for active pursuits. ThermoPlume is rated at 0.85. Traditional synthetic insulation is ‘batted’, in other words, it comes in sheets of varying thickness.
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WEBUp-to-date news and features from the outdoors for walkers, fellrunners, hikers and ramblers. Plan, print, share, export and analyse routes using Ordnance Survey mapping.
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WEBUp-to-date news and features from the outdoors for walkers, fellrunners, hikers and ramblers. Plan, print, share, export and analyse routes using Ordnance Survey mapping.