The more I read up and learn about walking in different seasons, the more often I hear people say that gaiters are essential equipment for people walking or hiking. And having got very muddy the...
Posts by Paul Gent
Britains’ Favourite Walks – Top 100 with Julia Bradbury and Ore Oduba
First shown in 2018, I watched Britain's Favourite Walks Top 100 today, presented by Julia Bradbury and Ore Oduba. This made great viewing for New Year's Day 2021 - a nice way to plan some walks for...
Why pay more for expensive walking poles? Are they worth it?
One of my most popular posts is where I review some budget walking poles, ranging in price from a little over £10 up to about £35. I was interested in getting some to try them out, so wanted to...
UK Outdoor & Hiking podcasts – inspiration through your headphones
Having worked at home for much of 2020, I've been lucky enough to listen to the radio whilst working, which I do most mornings. I have to pit my pop knowledge each morning with Popmaster, although I...
As we get closer to Christmas here's a few ideas that you may find useful for inspiration as gifts for your walking enthusiasts. Click on the pictures to discover more on Amazon about that item. Each...
If I challenged most of my friends to walk 1000 miles they would look at me as if I was mad and tell me where to go. But there's a whole community of people who take up the Walk 1000 Miles Challenge...