About Primus
Jul 01, 2024
Pioneers at heart, Primus have the ambition to give outdoor lovers like us the freedom to explore. We do this by offering great products and making it possible to discover all kinds of adventures - because we believe that every day is a potential adventure. Big or small, we believe every adventure starts with a good meal. Food fuels our bodies and food inspires our imagination. That's why we've de
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Ortlieb Bikepacking Kit
Posted by Chris Futers on Jun 06, 2024
Bikepacking has grown in popularity, with many specific
bikepacking routes being developed over the past 10 years all over the word.
Whether you fancy a 100 day adventure on the European Divide Trail, from the
cold Arctic shores of Norway heading south through Europe to Portugal's
Atlantic coastline, or, one or two nights on the C2C from England's North West
coast to the North East coast (Whi
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Which LEKI Trekking Poles?
Posted by Mark Richardson on Mar 18, 2024
We stock a full range of LEKI poles. Whilst they can be quite heavy compared with truly 'ultralight' trekking poles their design and build quality are exceptional, they build trekking and running poles that will not let you down, they are tough, reliable and will give years of service. In this post we look at our current stocks of LEKI trekking poles and give advice and our opinion so you can
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Rab Winter Sleep System
Posted by Andy Neil on Nov 30, 2023
Winter camping enthusiasts understand the importance of a good night's
sleep in extreme conditions. When the temperatures drop and the elements become
more challenging, having the right gear makes all the difference. This article
explores the perfect winter camping sleep system that combines cutting-edge
technology, lightweight design, and unparalleled warmth.
Knowledge Base Page - Tips for Choosing the Right Head Torch
Nov 14, 2023
Selecting the right head torch for your needs can seem daunting when there are so many on offer but we've put this guide together with a few tips to help you make the right choice.
Silva Head Torches - Our Range Explained
Posted by Mark Richardson on Oct 17, 2023
Silva Head Torches are a bit different, using two beams instead of one, and with a full range of battery and feature options we explain the different models on this page. The one thing all our Silva Head Torches have in common is Silva's Intelligent Light functionality, the unique combination of a long reach spot light and a close flood light results in less head movement, better control, imp
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10 Tips for Wet Weather Backpacking
Posted by Mark Richardson on Oct 11, 2023
#1
Take a Waterproof Cap: The hoods on
shell jackets are generally pretty good, some have a decent peak but the
lighter weight ones can be poor in this respect. None of them can beat wearing
a waterproof cap under the hood though, the large peak keeps the rain off your
face and it helps keep the hood from shifting when you turn your head. #2 Two
bags are better than one: Check
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Exped Winter Kit List
Posted by Andy Neil on Sep 19, 2023
As
the nights are drawing in and the temperature is starting to dip, we are
excited about the prospect of the upcoming winter camping season. Winter
camping can be more challenging, but it can also be incredibly rewarding. Cosy
nights curled up in the tents, crisp frosty mornings, and dark star-filled
skies are all only a few months away. So, we have teamed up with our friends at
EXPED to de
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Guide to Black Diamond Trekking Poles
Apr 26, 2023
Black Diamond were virtually the first company to bring to market truly lightweight foldable trekking poles suitable for trekking and running, the engineering is outstanding and over the years they have honed and perfected the features so they are now among the best poles available. They aren't so good at naming them, however, since the words and letters used in the names have specific meanin
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Exped Summer Kit List
Posted by Andy Neil on Mar 20, 2023
We love working with, Exped, so we compiled a summer backpacking
kit list, an all-encompassing kit list perfect for one-night adventures and
week-long trips.Exped’s new Mira II HL Tent – is a robust and roomy
two-person tent that isn’t just a place to bed down but is a nice place to hang
out; the tent has a lot of headroom, so if you are confined to it for any
length of time, you can still si
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The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Long-Distance Hike
Posted by Andy Neil on Mar 16, 2023
For me, there is no greater feeling than standing
at the start of a national trail or standing in the sea, ready to make a
coast-to-coast crossing or, for the truly intrepid, embarking on a multi-day
journey that you, yourself, have devised.
If the West Highland Way or Wainwright’s Coast to Coast have
long been an ambition of yours, but the logistics of such a mammoth task leave
yo
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About Ortlieb
Feb 08, 2023
In 1982, Hartmut Ortlieb founded ORTLIEB Sportartikel GmbH in Nuremberg, Germany. In 1997 the company relocated to the Middle Franconian town of Heilsbronn, in the regional district of Ansbach. The first ORTLIEB bike panniers were created in pure personal need for waterproof equipment – it wasn’t available at that time! The first products were hand-made on Hartmut mother’s sewing machine: dry bags
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