Climbing
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A Guide to Climbing Rope
Climbing rope is dynamic which means it has a lot of stretch in it to distribute sudden forces caused by a fall. Ropes are used to help prevent the climber...
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Climbing Beginners Guide
Rock climbing is one of the fastest growing sports in the UK at present, due to it being a fun yet challenging way of getting fit. Whether you’re scaling walls...
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A Guide to Climbing Bags
No matter what kind of climbing you intend to do, you need a suitable keep all your essentials for climbing. Designed in a rucksack or ‘holdall’ style, a climbing bag...
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A Guide to Climbing Shoes
Climbing shoes are an essential part of your climbing equipment, and you need a shoe that can be flexible and durable enough to offer you protection, grip and comfort as...
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Climbing Kilimanjaro with Tim Howell
“You can do anything if you set goals. You just have to push yourself.” – RJ Mitte In December of 2021, mountaineer Tim Howell decided to embark upon the adventure...
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Mountain Tracks: Taking you from ‘Zero’ to ‘Alpine Hero’
I’m sitting in my kitchen with the smell of fresh coffee slowly awakening the sinuses. My porridge with banana and a dash of honey is starting to congeal, my attention...
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Q&A with Berghaus Mountaineer Mick Fowler
We sit down and chat with a real pioneer of British rock climbing. Outdoor sponsored athletes come in all shapes and sizes, and we’ve even had some working with us...
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Staff Stories: Old Climbs Lead to a Trip Down Memory Lane
Enjoying Christmas Curry for the First Time in 30 years GO Outdoors founder John Graham recounts a day in Snowdonia with the Mail on Sunday health editor, Barney Calman, climbing...
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An Introduction to Sport Climbing
Have you ever fancied trying out sport climbing but not sure where to start? Read this blog for further information and advice videos to answer all your questions on sport...
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NEW Berghaus Extrem Range Launching in 2016
Berghaus gears up for exclusive re-launch of Extrem Impossible is an invitation; for the most committed of climbers to achieve the most improbable objectives, for mountaineers to push on through...
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10 Places to Climb in Cairngorms
Try your hand at climbing in Cairngorms National Park Climbing is one of the UK’s most popular outdoor activities, presenting people with the chance to get the adrenaline pumping and...
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10 Climbing Spots in Loch Lomond & Trossachs
Climbing routes for all abilities in Loch Lomond Climbing is one of the most popular outdoor sports in the UK, and it’s no surprise when you consider all the different...
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An introduction to Via Ferrata – Mountain Tracks
Via Ferrata – Trekking with a Twist! As a hill walker and trekker you may have enviously viewed posters and videos of climbers hanging from their finger tips on huge...
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An introduction to Alpine – Mountain Tracks
Guest post: An introduction to Alpine from Olly @ Mountain Tracks The summer is here and it’s time to start thinking about alpine mountaineering again. Undertaking an alpine adventure as...
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10 Routes to Climb in the Peak District
Get a grip on our 10 favourite climbing routes Put your strength and determination to the test with our favourite Peak District climbing routes. 1. Stanage Edge From the novice to...
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10 Spots You Have to Climb in The Lake District
The GO Guide to climbing in the Lake District As part of our guide to the Lake District, we’ve also hunted out some brilliant climbs for the more adventurous...
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Top 10 Climbing Spots in Snowdonia
Snowdonia is a real climber’s playground, here’s our tips for the best spots Snowdonia offers some of the best climbing in the UK. For those who prefer bouldering, there’s plenty...
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Pioneer of the week – Greg Lowe, Lowe Alpine
Do you ever wonder where things originate from or who created them? Or how we rely on certain things day by day. What would we do without them?
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14 Outdoor Stocking Fillers
Try as we may, we can’t all be great at knowing what to buy somebody for Christmas. You usually get some help with that ‘main’ present, but when it comes...
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Indoor Climbing for Beginners
In case you hadn’t noticed, indoor climbing is booming at the moment, with indoor climbing centres popping up all over the UK. At GO Outdoors, we offer the advice and...
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Climbing for Beginners
Climbing has experienced a surge in popularity over the past few years and is continuing to grow. This niche sport keeps you fit and comes with many health benefits such...
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