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A Guide to Water Purification
Whether you’re camping close to home or travelling across multiple countries or continents, you need to be aware of viruses and bacteria which potentially live in your drinking water. To...
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Buying Guide: Waterproof Jackets
The UK is famous for its unpredictable weather. It doesn’t matter what time of year it is, the next downpour will never be far away. Whether you’re popping to the...
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Waterproof Jacket Aftercare Guide
Living in the UK means we aren’t shy of rain showers, so having a high-quality waterproof jacket to help keep the elements out and you dry is crucial to enjoying...
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Buying Guide: Walking Sandals
Walking sandals are designed for multiple uses and lowland walking. With an open construction, walking sandals are highly breathable and airy, meaning that they are typically suitable for use in...
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Trouser Buying Guide
Finding a pair of trousers which suit you can be a serious struggle. It doesn’t matter if you’re summiting mountains or taking a walk in the park, picking the right...
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A Guide to Travel Bags & Bumbags
Travel bags need to be functional and durable to cope with being taken on long adventures. A cross between a backpack and a suitcase, travel bags should be capable of...
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A Guide to Toilets & Toilet Chemicals
At GO Outdoors we stock a wide variety of toilet chemicals, from a neutralizer, which works to kill odours and germs dead, to environmentally friendly cleaners that do not contain...
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Expert Advice: Tent Buying Guide
At GO Outdoors we understand that choosing the right tent is vital for an enjoyable and comfortable experience. Whether you’re planning a family weekend trip away, a multi-day hike, or...
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A Guide to Sun Protection
Tanning is a natural response created by our bodies to warn us of the dangers of being in the sun. When our faces of bodies are exposed to UV rays...
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Buying Guide: Softshell Jackets
Layers are a versatile way of dealing with the changing weather conditions that we have come to know and loath in the UK. Softshell jackets are an integral part of...
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Expert Advice: Sleeping Systems
You've picked out your tent, and now you need to think about your sleeping setup. In this guide, we'll take you through what you'll need to consider when buying your...
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Expert Advice: Skiing Gear Guide
Maybe you've booked your first family ski trip for easter half term, or perhaps friends have rented a ski chalet and you're considering taking up the invitation. Whatever your reasons,...
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Running Shoe Buying Guide
When it comes to running gear, your shoes are the most important part. For comfort, stability, injury prevention, performance, and more; you’ll be spending a lot of time in them,...
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A Guide to Running Bags and Daysacks
When you’re running, you sometimes need more than the clothes on your back and the songs in your head. Shop Running Packs Choosing a Running Bag With trail running becoming...
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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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Fish Care: Releasing Fish Safely
Any angler will tell you that the adrenaline you get when you get a bite on the end of your rod is unbeatable. But they’ll also say that looking after...
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Expert Advice: Powering Your Appliances
Choose the right batteries, from 12v to 240v, and understand inverters, mains power and portable power. Shop Power Supplies 12v Appliances Portability Car Camping and Caravanning Availability Requires a Car...
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Keep It Fresh, Keep It Mindful – Thanks to Polygiene StayFresh™
Imagine wearing your favourite gear multiple days in a row without the usual smell creeping in. Sounds good, right? Out on the mountain, laundry isn’t always an option and honestly,...
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Expert Advice: Merino Wool
Merino wool; the unsung hero of cosy base layers and snuggly socks. This unique fabric provides warmth, breathability, stretch and moisture wicking qualities, making it an ideal next to skin...
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Expert Advice: The Layering System
If you live in Britain, you're most probably used to layering up when heading outside. Our ‘diverse’ and unpredictable weather means that layering is an important part of how we...
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Expert Advice: Kids' Bike Guide
Introducing kids to cycling is a real privilege of parenthood. The joy that children experience when cycling clicks and they're off and away, is priceless. The key to learning cycling...
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