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Win the Kitvision Escape 4KW pack: 4K action camera competition

We’re sure you’d like to capture every moment of your next adventure in Ultra High Definition – and thanks to our incredible 4K action camera competition you can! To win the Kitvision Escape 4KW pack all you have to do is tell us something AWEsome you have done. 4K action camera competition…

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Review of Haglofs Vertigo II: Versatile approach shoes

Looking for a pair of versatile approach shoes? Or trying to find all-round tough adventure travel footwear? Read this review of Haglofs Vertigo II as they may be what you are looking for. The Haglofs Vertigo II are top of the range ‘approach shoes’ from the well regarded Swedish manufacturer. Tough and adaptable they…

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Helly Hansen Jotun jacket review: Trail running softshell

For many people running in the wind and rain is their idea of hell. But if you have the right gear there is something liberating about defeating the elements. In this Helly Hansen Jotun jacket review I will talk about how it performs as a trail running softshell, and how…

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Six of the best climbing harness brands

For anyone looking to make their first climbing harness purchase, it can be a slightly daunting task. With so many brands and different pricing points, it’s not easy to narrow down your choices. Should you purchase one of the best climbing harness brands, or go with a relative unknown? The main…

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How to buy climbing shoes that fit correctly

Whether you’re new to climbing or looking to replace a well-worn and well-used pair of shoes, it’s always important to buy climbing shoes that fit correctly. If you want to have the best grip and hold out on the rock face then having shoes that fit is a big part…

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Rock climbing gear list for beginners

Rock climbing is one of the fastest growing activities in the UK, which will come as no surprise to anyone who climbs regularly. If you’re thinking about getting into the sport it is good to know a little about the equipment you will be using. So we have put together…

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New Outdoor Gear 2013: Award Winners

In the adventure sports there’s often a search for new outdoor gear that’s lighter and more ‘technical’. Living outdoors for extended times means your gear needs to to take the knocks but can’t be made so strong it’s heavy. New Outdoor Gear 2013 The only solution then is to make…

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Bigger, Better and Blacker: GoPro Hero3 Review

Technology jumps. Most of the time it’s not worth making the leap, instead saving your effort, and money, for the real game-changing moves. The Hero3 promises enough to tempt an upgrade, and as shown in this GoPro Hero3 Review, it’s black – sort of. Just in case you’ve had your head…

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4 of the best rugged cameras for adventure sports

Everyone is snapping, filming and uploading their extreme adventures to the web. If you want to share yours then check out the 4 best rugged cameras for adventure sports. The internet has it all: Nutty off-roaders, wild downhill racers, surfers catching 40-foot waves, mountaineers skateboarding off cliffs, only to then to…