Field Tips

How to Fold a Walking Map for Quick Route Checks
Make paper walking maps easier to read on the trail with simple folding and refolding tips for quick route checks. Read more...
Hiking Sock Comfort: Smooth Out Creases Before You Walk
A quick hiking sock fit check to prevent annoying creases and bunching before a walk. Read more...
Walking Torch Checklist: Keep Your Light Ready for Short Days
A quick walking torch checklist for shorter days: test the light, check the charge and keep it easy to find in your day bag. Read more...
Walking Downhill: Find a Comfortable Hiking Rhythm
A simple downhill walking tip: shorten your stride, settle into a steady pace and keep your rucksack comfortable on long descents. Read more...
Wet Weather Travel: Keep Damp Kit Separate in Your Bag
Keep wet umbrellas, gloves and other damp kit separate from clean essentials while travelling, then dry everything properly at home. Read more...
How to Dry a Wet Jacket After a Walk
Simple jacket care after a wet walk: air damp pockets, cuffs and hood, follow the care label and store your jacket only once dry. Read more...
How to Stop a Jacket Zip Snagging on Fabric
A quick way to prevent a jacket zip catching fabric, free a snag gently and keep the zip clear of grit. Read more...
How to Check Hiking Layers Fit Under a Rucksack
A quick rucksack fit check can reveal bunching, rubbing and restricted movement before your next hike. Read more...
Pack a Small Arrival Kit for Outdoor Travel
A simple travel packing tip: keep a small arrival kit handy so you can freshen up or head outdoors without unpacking everything. Read more...
How to Coil Camping Cord Without Tangling It
Keep spare camping cord and guylines organised with a quick figure-eight wrap that makes unpacking easier. Read more...
Hiking in Windy Weather: Check the Ridge, Not Just the Forecast
Planning a windy hike? Check ridge-level gusts, exposed sections and lower-level alternatives before setting off. Read more...
Offline Hiking Maps: Check Your Download Before You Set Off
Download your hiking map before a walk, check the whole route is saved and test it in aeroplane mode before you lose signal. Read more...
How to Prevent Sock Rubbing on a Hike
A quick sock and boot fit check can help reduce rubbing on a hike. Here's what to do at the first sign of a hotspot. Read more...
How to Reduce Tent Condensation on Camping Trips
Simple camping habits to reduce tent condensation, improve airflow and dry your shelter properly after a trip. Read more...
Walking Uphill: Shorter Steps, Steadier Climbs
Make steep walks feel more manageable with one simple uphill walking technique: shorten your stride and find a sustainable rhythm. Read more...
How to Pack a Daypack for a Hike: Keep Essentials Handy
Pack your hiking daypack so snacks, layers and essentials are easy to reach — without rummaging through everything on the trail. Read more...
Dry Walking Boots Without Damaging Them
After a wet walk, loosen the laces, remove damp insoles and let your boots dry naturally. A simple care habit for happier feet next time. Read more...