Compiling a list of all the different types of extreme sport is difficult – if not impossible! But just like the daredevils doing the activities we love a challenge… So check out our A-Z (abseiling to zorbing), ultimate list of…
To conduct this Polar Grit X Pro review I have worn this rugged smartwatch for sports and adventure extensively. Running and hiking, cycling and mountain biking, paddle boarding and swimming plus I have even tracked my snowboarding wearing this watch.…
The Odin range by Helly Hansen is the company’s recently updated professional-grade outdoor gear range. Let’s look at two key pieces: the Odin 9 Worlds 3.0 shell jacket and in more detail the new Odin Everdown hooded jacket. Odin Everdown…
Orienteering for Beginners in Andermatt, Switzerland Orienteering is an exciting outdoor adventure sport that exercises the mind and body. You aim to navigate between checkpoints and control markings on a special orienteering map. There is no set way, so the…
This Sailing RYA Coastal/Yachtmaster Offshore Theory Course in Antigua, the Caribbean builds on the navigation and other theory knowledge acquired on the Day Skipper Course. It is intended for cruising yachtsmen, motor boaters, and who are looking to undertake more…
I once heard a story of a blind man in Cornwall whose assistance dog ran off so he found his way home one evening by using the warmth of the sun on his face. Well it got me thinking: “How…
Join us on this French Alps Two-Day Intermediate Navigation Course Improve your navigation over two days in the spectacular surroundings of the French Alps, and gain an NNAS accredited Silver Navigator Award. Building on the content of the Bronze course,…
Join us on this French Alps Two-Day Beginner Navigation Course Learn to navigate over two days in the spectacular surroundings of the French Alps, and gain an NNAS accredited Bronze Navigator Award too! Starting at the beginning, we will introduce…
If you’ve not been taught them, even basic compass skills can be difficult. But using a map and compass to find your way is a key skill for many activities and very easy to learn. You may ask isn’t there…
The latest mobile phones are a versatile tool for travellers. Yes, we possibly use them too much, but with the top backpacker apps you’ll have instant access to essential info. But what’s the best backpacking app? To answer this question…
Looking into the best adventure travel apps of 2019 it’s clear there’s a lot to choose from. Some are sport or activity specific, some are generally useful and others can even inspire us to travel. Best adventure travel apps of…
It’s here, it’s there, it’s everywhere, but do I need GPS (global positioning system). And if I do, who makes the best GPS for outdoors? GPS was once a technology used only by dedicated explorers, emergency services and the military.…