Walking Equipment

Walking equipmentDo you need help finding a pair of boots, or advice on which walking poles are lightest? From the collective brain of the OFC, there will be a list of growing information here. Before going out and squandering some cash on an inferior pair of crampons or investing in a new day sack, ask for help from the OFC - you will get an answer! Look here or submit your questions via the Message Board.



KIT CHECK - Base Layer/ Underwear
Written by Peter Burgess   
Tuesday, 19 June 2007
Long johns and underpants might not be your favourite conversation starter but when getting dressed it most certainly is!
 
KIT CHECK - Socks
Written by Peter Burgess   
Tuesday, 19 June 2007
Usually they end up smelly and threadbear, but they're often a godsend for your feet.  Buy cheap, ill-fitting socks and you might just get more than you bargained for.  Buy decent socks and who knows, when you forget your gloves you might just be pushed to wear them on your hands!
 
KIT CHECK - Footwear
Written by Peter Burgess   
Tuesday, 19 June 2007
Read more...Of all your kit, your footwear is the most important. This kit is guided by cost, size and comfort. Spend £150 on ill-fitting boots and the guy with the £49.99 bargain could well be kitted out best.
 
Fellwalking - Beginners' Tips
Written by Peter Burgess   
Tuesday, 19 June 2007
Fellwalking is fun, or at least it should be.  However, all too often people get into difficulty because of simple ignorance or misinformed choices.
 
Rucksack - Keeping the contents dry
Written by Peter Burgess   
Saturday, 16 June 2007

Read more...  Do you hate eating sandwiches that have become a sodden mess?  Did the bin bag suggested to you as a means of waterproofing your sack get ripped to shreds?  If the answer to these questions is yes, then carry on reading....

 
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