August 18, 2019
August 17, 2019
Speaking Nature’s Language
What do you think of when you hear the words: tweet, web, stream, cloud? Do you think of birds, spiders, rivers and skies? Or messaging, data and live video? A new study has shown that our language for the natural world is being lost or overtaken by uses that refer to digital technology, especially among younger generations.
August 15, 2019
A Swiss Army Knife Among Shoes
Developed by Skinners Technologies, Skinners shoe socks represent a new type of footwear designed for travel and outdoor and sports enthusiasts. The patented minimal shape combines the comfort of socks with the essential protection of a shoe, creating the feel of a second skin.
August 14, 2019
In South Tyrol With Mountain Guide Michi
Off to Italy with a German phrase book? Well, it makes sense if you’re visiting the South Tyrol and, with place names in both Italian and German, you get double your money’s worth. We were told shortly after we arrived that ‘The British discovered the South Tyrol – and then forgot about it!’. In just a few days, we discovered just what a loss that oversight has been.
August 12, 2019
PrimaLoft Takes Aerogel Tech Outdoors
With the introduction of the Cross Core Series this Autumn/Winter season, PrimaLoft is pushing the boundaries of performance. Up to 80% post-recycle content has been used as PrimaLoft continues to its mission to be Relentlessly Responsible.
August 11, 2019
Around Loch Lomond And The Trossachs
For too long, I had sped past on my way north to the Highlands and Hebrides. Despite passing Arrochar and its Alps, the lure of the north held me in thrall. It was several years before I finally made it to the summit of the most spectacular peak Ben Arthur, better known as The Cobbler.
August 10, 2019
Icebug Offers Challenge And Co-operation
At the beginning of 2019, the Swedish company Icebug became the first climate positive outdoor footwear brand. Icebug has joined the UN’s Climate Neutral Now Pledge, meaning the company is committed to reduce CO2 emissions as much as possible and then offsetting emissions and over-compensating with 30%.
August 9, 2019
Traynor On The Trail 