If you've been using it for a while, you'll probably notice that your favourite waterproof gear has started losing its water repellence. The tell-tale signs of this are that water no longer beads up and the fabric starts to wet out and stay damp. This can be caused by a couple of issues: Firstly this can be caused by the exterior of the jacket becoming dirty with oils, insect repellents and other contaminants. This can normally be resolved with a wash. The second cause is the DWR (Durable Water Repellent) treatment on the exterior of the garment breaking down. If you ..read more

If you're going to spend a lot of time outdoors during the colder months, (whether for enjoyment or employment) you'll really feel the benefit of wearing a heated jacket. Gone are the days of wandering out of the house in the morning to be met with the cold bite of winter, even if it's just to quickly run from your front door and into your car or to stop you from freezing whilst defrosting it. Heated Jackets: Everything You Need To Know Sceptical about heated jackets? Read on to have your questions answered. How Do Heated Jackets Actually Work? Heated ..read more

A reliable pair of walking trousers form one part of the hiking clothing holy trinity, alongside a technical waterproof coat and a rugged pair of walking boots. They're there to keep your legs warm, dry and chafe-free throughout their use, but normal pairs aren't always reliable for lengthy hikes in wet weather. If you've been caught out by the rain before and had to hike around in heavy, sodden trousers keeping your legs cold, now's the time to look for a pair of waterproof walking trousers to bring for your next adventure. Hiking Trousers For Wet Weather: Which Should You ..read more

Planning a multi-day hike, or fancy walking up one of the UK's scenic peaks in the early hours to catch the sunrise? You'll need some form of lighting to make sure you can step safely. Head torches are a hiking essential, they're a great way to make sure you can see where you're going without the hassle of carrying a handheld torch. So, if you're looking for the hands-free convenience head torches offer, read on for a run-down of our best head torches that can be used for running, hiking or even as simple as reading a map or seeing ..read more

Brite Light: Light Up Your Outdoors Our latest innovation in wearable technology has arrived: Brite Light, an integrated torch system into our outdoor jackets and select accessories. You'll be able to use Brite Light technology for all sorts of outdoor occasions, whether that's reading a map or pitching a tent in the dark, staying visible on your commute or even during power cuts at home. What is Brite Light? Brite Light varies between our adults and kids range. For adults, it's a slim strip of LED's built into the front of the hood of Brite Light jackets, which acts as a ..read more