Outdoor Gear Chat

Get in touch! Our special guest on this episode is artist and climber Phil Gibson who celebrated 50 years since his first ascent of this iconic climb by creating a unique 90 degree artwork. Phil has added over 250 crag drawings to over 20 guidebooks since the early 70's, wrote a thesis on the evolution of climbing gear and chats about the gear he used on his first ascent vs his later ascent in the 90's. This immersive podcast melds the many layers that make up an artwork, the experience of a ...

Get in touch! Cathy and Wayne are joined by another stellar guest just bursting with stories, energy and a job lot of grit! You may have come across Stephanie Case when global headlines showed an image of her breast feeding her 6 month old daughter during an ultra-marathon. We chat about race tech, training data, documentaries, THAT photo and why placing third at the 2021 Tor des Glaciers was such an emotional experience. If you are needing inspiration to get out and run an ultra - this is fo...

Get in touch! To celebrate the 60th Anniversaries of both Berghaus and the Joe Brown shops, Cathy chats with Head of Product Innovation Rosie O'Sullivan. Rosie gives a first hand insight into the passion and creativity that goes into every product way before production and a very long time before it arrives in the shops. From engineers to problem solving to sitting down with their test team and broader outdoor community, Berghaus remains at the forefront of innovation across it's vast range o...

Get in touch! Joined by an audience of one snoozing Springer Spaniel, Cathy & Wayne chat about adventure kit for dogs with Fell Dog founder Carolyn Harker. From stink proof collars to personal lead preference, waterproof jackets to silent harness clips we delve into a vast array of topics so you can make the best choices for your adventure dog to enjoy the hills. Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Community Action Nepal Buy dog gear Buy Wate...

Get in touch! Ever wondered if walking poles are worth the investment? Why trekking poles are handy for more than just physical support? Or if running poles can make much of a difference to your race time? Join Cathy and Wayne as they dive into the construction, adjustability, grip type and length of poles including top tips of how to fit and use them for the best performance. This podcast covers the physical and mental benefits of using poles and how to decide which style may be the best for...