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Tom's last Everest Marathon?

The Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon takes place on 29th May each year. It started in 2003, the brain child of Bikram Pandey of Himex Nepal, to mark the historic first ascent of Everest in 1953. It attracts an international gathering of proper serious mountain runners ...plus me. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Shop News & Staff Blogs, Shop News & Events, Staff Blogs and tagged Tom Richardson, Marathon, Himalayas, Running, Staff Blog, ultra marathon, Ultra running, mountain running, mountain ultra on 16th June 2022 by Tom Richardson.

No Shortcuts to the Summit

Extreme Alpine Adventure with Andy Cave & Tom Richardson Rab ambassador and mountain guide Andy Cave has been an obsessive climber, exploring the mountains of Europe, Patagonia, Alaska and the Himalayas for almost 4 decades. Always searching for the next big challenge - he's lived a life full of adventure...

This entry was posted in Shop News & Staff Blogs, Shop News & Events and tagged Tom Richardson, outside cafe, Andy Cave, Events on 11th March 2022 by admin.

How to fit your rucksack

Whether you're packing your rucksack for a day or a week; running, climbing or walking, there are a few simple things you can do to help you carry your load comfortably. And James really wants your rucksack to fit properly. Watch this video to make sure you load up right!

This entry was posted in Buying Guides, Shop News & Events, Rucksacks, Outside Video Channel and tagged Trekking, rucksacks, walking, running packs, climbing rucksacks, backpacking, trekking rucksacks, buying guide, backpacks, daypacks, fitting rucksacks on 20th January 2022 by James Turnbull.

Outside Advent Calendar 2021

Pick up our social media posts each day Every day, at 6pm between 1st and 24th December we'll be posting a new prize from one of our incredibly generous suppliers. Simply follow us on our social media pages and when you see the post, tag a friend who'd like to...

This entry was posted in Shop News & Events and tagged christmas, Outside Advent Calendar on 1st December 2021 by admin.

The Dragon's Back 2021 - so near and yet so far...

It’s five hours into day five and I have arrived at the Usk Reservoir support point with just 15 minutes before the cut-off time. The welcoming team of volunteers hustle me towards a chair, give me my re-supply bag and refill my water bottles. They allow Jane to join me...

This entry was posted in Shop News & Staff Blogs, Shop News & Events, Staff Blogs and tagged Running, Trail Running, ultra marathon, Training for a marathon, Ultra running, chris harle, training, mountain running, Dragon's Back, marathon training, Dragon's Back mountain race on 27th September 2021 by Chris Harle.

Dragon's Back Ultra Race - ready for anything

The Dragon’s Back Race has become an obsession - most of my waking hours are preoccupied with training and fitness, the route and race strategy, kit requirements and all things ultra running. Although multi-day ultrarunning is new to me I am confident that I have done everything possible to get...

This entry was posted in Shop News & Staff Blogs, Shop News & Events, Staff Blogs and tagged Running, Trail Running, ultra marathon, Training for a marathon, Ultra running, chris harle, training, mountain running, Dragon's Back, marathon training, Dragon's Back mountain race on 20th August 2021 by Chris Harle.

Trad climbing with your kid

I suppose this is a piece of writing about assumptions. For example, I assumed the pandemic would be a wholly negative experience, and indeed it has been devastating for many. But there have been some bright spots on the scene, like the phenomenal effort keyworkers have made in keeping things...

This entry was posted in Shop News & Staff Blogs, Shop News & Events, Staff Blogs and tagged climbing, Trad Climbing, BMC, lockdown, lead climbing on 4th August 2021 by Guest Contributor.

Crag Clean Up 2021

Save the date!! Crag Clean Up, Saturday August 21st 2021 After a year away Outside is proud to announce the return of the famous Crag Clean Up! We love the outdoors, and we are fully aware how much we benefit from all it has to offer. People travel from all over...

This entry was posted in Shop News & Staff Blogs, Shop News & Events and tagged Crag clean up on 28th July 2021 by admin.

Tilley Hats Review

A long term investment - or Finders, Keepers! Some products in the outdoor industry are more hi-tech than others. The Tilley T3 hat that I stumbled across back in 2005 is one of the more time-honoured designs. I found said Tilley hat, lost by its previous owner, floating gently on...

This entry was posted in Reviews, Shop News & Staff Blogs, Shop News & Events, Staff Blogs, Clothing and tagged walking, hiking, Tilley, Tilley hats, sun protection, headwear, hats, caps, Steve Hartley on 23rd July 2021 by Steve Hartley.

What's in Store?

James takes a look at what's in store right now. We're missing you! As we're not able to talk to customers in-store right now, James is doing the next best thing and running through some of our favourite offers and new products online. Hope to see you soon!

This entry was posted in Shop News & Staff Blogs, Shop News & Events, Outside Video Channel on 18th February 2021 by admin.

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