Longer posts that include tutorials and such like and so forth…
We love Yr Wyddfa, or Snowdon, and we think it’s the epitome of what a UK mountain is all about. We know it’s not Everest, or Mt Blanc, but for the UK, it really is what typifies our mountains as well as the whole mountain going experience. Ridges and Paths. There are so many routes […]
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Whatever people’s opinions are on the Three Peaks Challenge, it’s a popular choice for many and you may be planning your own Three Peaks Challenge over the coming months rather than joining an organised trip. While there’s a BMC Three Peak Code of Practice, this recommends that organised charity groups are limited to 200 participants.
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Whilst headlamps for camping can be an ideal solution, they are often far too bright for a tent and usually end up in a stuff sac to diffuse the light in my tent. So does the LuminAID solar power inflatable light, at only 83g, provide a viable lighting option for wild camping? The LuminAID is
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It has been suggested this week by the Snowdon Partnership that visitors to the area pay their way with a voluntary contribution towards the maintenance of Snowdon. Is this tantamount to taxing the mountain tops, or a responsible approach to funding the continued problem of footpath erosion? Dave Roberts has a go at figuring it
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Dave Roberts takes a look at the Salomon Fast Wing Wind-proof Jacket that’s been on a thorough review over the last two months from coastal running to the summits of Snowdonia. I’ve always raved about wind-proof jackets. They’re by far the unsung heroes of the outdoors, with the waterproof for far too long having muscled
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Dave Roberts reviews the Salomon Agile Short Sleeved Tee which has been reviewed on local trail runs and the Snowdonian hills. The Salomon Agile is a technical tee designed for year round running. Boasting AdvancedSkin ActiveDry technical fabrics that wick effectively, meaning that it should be comfortable, dry and warm. Reflective details provide a bit more
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This is a short route, but takes you to the highest point in the Elenydd, Drygarn Fawr at 641m in height. The going isn’t easy, with some off path navigation and peat bogs to negotiate. At least there are a few huge cairns on the summit that make it easier to find in mist. In
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o celebrate British Sandwich Week, we decided to look at our favourite Mud and Routes sandwiches for our outdoor adventures, and maybe our not so favourites. It may be much misaligned as being the boring option for a hill lunch, but the humble sandwich comes in so many shapes and sizes that there’s surely a sandwich
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How can you choose the right walking socks for your next trip? Here are some useful tips for choosing the right walking socks from leading British sock and brand Bridgedale: Pay attention to the material. Woollen socks on their own can sometimes be too hot and hold too much moisture and whilst synthetic socks can
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10 reasons not to walk in the Lake District We love the Lake District National Park – I mean, who wouldn’t? The breathtaking lakes and soaring fells – but did you know it only accounts for one third of the county of Cumbria? To show you how great the rest of the county is, here
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Walking the Coast is a national obsession, from the Wales Coastal Path to the planned England Coastal Path, we’re attracted to it like seagulls to a three year old’s 99 with red sauce. But coastal walking’s not all beaches and cafes. In fact, we think coastal walking is much tougher than most people think and here’s
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What is Geocaching? If you are looking for a way to combine treasure hunting with orienteering and bring them both into the 21st century, then geocaching might be just what you are after. Geocaching involves hiding a cache somewhere, usually consisting of a waterproof container, a log book and a pen, and then listing their
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When camping, candles give off a comforting glow and add atmosphere to a tent. Yet, we hadn’t used a candle while camping for years. We’d tried a few tea-lights, placed in a metal mug, but with little success. There’s also the fire risk from regular candles as well as the difficulty of getting them lit
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When you’re wild camping, the obvious option for lighting is the usual head torch. But we find that head torches are just too bright for providing a bit of illumination in a tent. That’s where a camping lantern comes useful, and here’s our quick low down on the best choice of camping lantern for you.
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Dave Roberts reviews the Suunto Traverse GPS watch, which is an outdoor GPS watch that’s suitable for any sport you choose to throw at it. The Suunto Traverse GPS watch is a sturdy watch, as even if it was due for return after the review, we didn’t take any prisoners in use! We used it hill walking,
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Best British outdoor Instagram accounts to follow in 2016 Do you love following outdoor accounts on Instagram? We share what we think are the best British outdoor Instagram accounts to follow in 2016. Mud and Routes has an Instagram account and we’re lucky to have a passionate audience looking to consume, share, inspire and be inspired! Keeping the
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Trying to get to grips with Welsh names on your map is no easy task, but fear not as we have Twm Elias at hand to help you out. Twm is a naturalist, lecturer and course organizer at Plas Tan y Bwlch, Maentwrog (Snowdonia National Park Study Centre), as well as being a prolific author of
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Ascendancy Apparel – for the adventurers Founded in the summer of 2015, Ascendancy Apparel is a growing brand for the adventurers. We are enthused by the wilderness and our ever changing encounters ensure we return, again and again. The unknown entices us and we long to discover what’s over the horizon. For Ascendancy Apparel the
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How to take your dog mountain walking If you’re here reading this we’ll assume you love the outdoors, and for many sharing that love of the outdoors is done with our k9 pals. But what exactly does taking your dog mountain walking entail? You may already have a dog and are unsure of the rules
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Sometimes, walking to the summit of Snowdon may not be for you. Maybe you’re after a shorter walk to suit your fitness or group, perhaps you want to avoid the snow or you want something that can be followed in the dark. The Miner’s Track as far as Glaslyn fits all these criteria (though it
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For those of you who want to spend the night under the stars, there’s more than just the simple wild camping option. Here’s how to make your overnight trip one to remember. Bivvy it. As light as you can get overnight. Basically a sleeping bag and a waterproof cover. Bivvy tents provide a bit more
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If you want the ultimate winter challenge then get out and build a snow hole this winter… You’ll need.. Snow. One shovel (or the more the merrier) Survival bag (you many need to place this on the floor in order to pull snow away from the hole?) Plenty of time! Find a drift of snow
Winter Skills Snow Cave! Read More »
If you’ve been following us on our social media accounts, then you may well know that the Ordnance Survey have chosen me as one of their #GetOutside Champions for 2016. I was fortunate on Tuesday to meet an inspiring group of people for the Ordnance Survey #GetOutside Champions photoshoot in London. While I’d been planning to
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Five Things You Should Know About Ski Insurance Excited to go on a skiing trip? Before you even think of ski hire and lift passes, and the cheapest way to get to your destination, you should seriously consider getting ski insurance. For many tourists, a skiing trip is the most physically demanding holiday they’ll ever
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