Trail guides & skills

Hill skills that actually get used.

Practical, no-nonsense advice – layering, navigation, footcare and planning – drawn from real walks, not just theory.

Simple ideas to make your next hill day better

Hillwalking · Packing

How to build a simple, repeatable packing system.

Most hillwalkers learn about packing the hard way, shivering through a long lunch stop because your spare layer is buried.

Health · Footcare

Socks, tape and lacing tricks that actually work.

A straightforward routine for before, during and after a day out. Includes a tiny, footcare kit that earns its place on multi-day trips.

Skills · Navigation

Simple routines to help stay safe, and found in clag.

Why regular, small checks beat big panicked relocations, and how to blend paper maps, compass work and GPX tracks sensibly.

Skills · Boots & Shoes

In this guide we’ll break down how to think about footwear choices.

What really makes a difference in the real world, and how to match choices to terrain and conditions.