Planning an expedition to Greenland?Cathy and Wayne are joined by Olly Sanders to chat about how to prepare, what kit to pack, why climbing style may be dictated by your kayak, the effect of comms and tech on expeditions and why wellies are alw

Episode 45: Artilect - A New Brand Of Outdoor Clothing

Mar 27th, 2024 43m 3s

Ever wondered what's involved in starting a new outdoor clothing brand?Cathy and Wayne are joined by Artilect Co-Founder Trent Bush to chat about the incredible amount of passion, science, skill and global logistics involved in getting a produc

Episode 44: Helmets - Keep A Lid On It

Mar 20th, 2024 36m 1s

This week Cathy and Wayne talk about head protection with Petzl sponsored athletes and climbing giants: Emma Powell and Neil Gresham.Whether you are trad, sport, winter climbing or dry tooling we delve into why you might choose to wear a helmet

Episode 43: Kit Lists - The Mountain Goat Circuit

Mar 14th, 2024 38m 34s

Cathy and Wayne talk about the NEW Mountain Goat Circuit/ Cylchdaith Yr Afr Fynydd, a spectacular 50km loop in Snowdonia along the skyline from the Joe Brown's Capel Curig shop to Llanberis and back.Joined by Rab Global Sales Operations Manager

Episode 42: Kit Lists - Jungle Trekking and the El Rio Foundation

Mar 6th, 2024 33m 12s

Cathy and Wayne are joined live from Colombia by Ben Davies and Felix Sullivan from the El Rio Hostel in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta Mountains.This very special episode talks not just about the kit needed for the nearby tr

Episode 41: How To Keep Warm With Dr Down

Feb 28th, 2024 44m 59s

Join Cathy and Wayne with Dr Matt Fuller, for a fascinating insight into down and it's amazing ability to keep us warm!Matt has a PhD in Feather and Down Structure and is Product Engineer at Mountain Equipment.This episode is a real journey, ex

Episode 41: How To Keep Warm With Dr Down

Feb 27th, 2024 45m 10s

Episode 40: Cooking In The Fells For Mental Health with Fellfoodie

Nov 15th, 2023 46m 45s

Cathy and Wayne are joined by outdoor cook and all round smashing bloke Harrison Ward to talk about getting out in the fells to cook.Perhaps better known by his Instagram handle @Fellfoodie, Harrison shares his own version of haute cuisine amon

Episode 39: Endurance Sport Nutrition - Will It Stay Down?

Oct 26th, 2023 34m 20s

Cathy and Wayne are joined by Voom Brand Manager and Team GB Triathalete Beau Smith to seriously geek out on nutrition for endurance sports.Listen and learn what energy bar ingredients mean, the difference between caffiene and guarana, what are

Episode 38: Baselayers - Tight Fit

Oct 17th, 2023 40m 4s

Cathy and Wayne are joined once again by the brilliant Stuart Smith to discuss undergarments.You'll hear all about why a baselayer should be close fitting to work effectively in our climate, how they work, why some niff more than others, how t

Episode 37: Ropes - All Tied Up

Oct 10th, 2023 36m 52s

Are you baffled by the number of different ropes available? Cathy and Wayne talk with Edelrid UK Representative Alex Smurthwaite and discover how not all ropes are equal......Learn the difference between single/half/twin and triple ropes, why t

Episode 36: Kit Lists - Trekking In Nepal

Oct 2nd, 2023 36m 37s

If trekking in Nepal is on your bucket list then join Cathy and Wayne as they chat with Denise Prior at Community Action Treks. She has 20 years experience and along with Nicola Terry from parent charity Community Action Nepal, explains not jus

Episode 35: Wayne Singleton - Swimming The Cumbrian Coastline

Sep 26th, 2023 48m 6s

In September 2023 Outdoor Gear Chat Co-Host Wayne Singleton stepped into the water at Bowness-on-Solway on the North Cumbria coast to "celebrate" an upcoming birthday. Some say he'd taken a wrong turn as originally, he'd started out planning to

Episode 34: Women's Technical Clothing Fit and Function

Feb 22nd, 2023 41m 6s

Cathy & Wayne are joined by Author, Walking Leader and Outdoor Swimming Instructor Suzanna Cruikshank to talk about women's technical clothing for sizes beyond the norm.This fascinating insight into clothing fit follows on from our extremely su

Episode 33: Trail Running Shoes - Nice Lugs!

Feb 15th, 2023 32m 39s

In this episode Cathy and Wayne are joined by The Climbers Shop Manager and Spine Race veteran Chris Worton to talk about the wonderful world of trail shoes.Why are there so many different types? How is a trail running shoe different from a roa

Episode 32: Spares and Repairs - A Stitch In Time with Snowdonia Gear Repairs

Feb 8th, 2023 42m 39s

Cathy and Wayne are joined by engineer, sewer and outdoor equipment and clothing repair specialist; Rosanna Watson from Snowdonia Gear Repairs to delve into how to make your gear last longer.Learn about tapes, sealants, zips, seams and all the

Episode 31: Adaptive Outdoor Kit with Paul Pritchard

Feb 1st, 2023 42m 50s

Ever wondered how to zip up a jacket when you only have the use of one hand? Or how to get in and out of a tent when half your body is paralysed?Cathy and Wayne are joined by the inimitable Paul Pritchard who re-defines "disabilty" with his con

Episode 30: Kit Lists - 8000m Peaks with Jon Gupta

Jan 25th, 2023 41m 9s

Cathy & Wayne are joined by Rab athlete Jon Gupta who has a wealth of experience climbing and guiding the worlds highest peaks - so many, in fact, just listening to the intro is exhausting!Kick back and join in the mirth as this chat offers a r

Episode 29: Hats - The Importance Of Head Protection

Jan 18th, 2023 36m 52s

Cathy and Wayne are back to talk about the humble hat and the many headwear items designed to protect your head from the cold, the heat, the sun and vicious biting mcbeasties.What fabrics work well, what features should you look out for, why is

Episode 28: Mountain Boots - Good 'n' Stiff

Oct 27th, 2022 35m 28s

Cathy and Wayne are joined by Scarpa UK Core Sales Director Glyn Padgett to discuss what sets mountain boots apart from regular walking boots.Learn the difference between B1, B2 & B3, why stiffness is critical when using boots with crampons, wh

Episode 27: Water Purifiers - That's Quite A Thirst

Oct 26th, 2022 37m 47s

Cathy and Wayne are joined once again by World Extreme Medicine Joint Medical Director Dr Will Duffin as they tackle the murky world of water purification and how to keep healthy in the wilderness.Learn the difference between filtration and pur

Episode 26: Kit Lists - Expeditions with Andy Cave

Oct 19th, 2022 40m 42s

Climber, Alpinist, Himalayan Mountaineer, International Mountain Guide, and Award Winning Author Andy Cave joins Cathy and Wayne to talk about life before Gore-Tex, ye olde plastic boots, fibre glass ice axes, layering, sweat management, why fe

Episode 25: Kit Lists - Snowdon, Scafell Pike & Ben Nevis

Oct 17th, 2022 39m 22s

Cathy and Wayne delve into what to pack when tackling the three peaks at any time of year.What's in Cathy's rucsack? What should be on your feet? Why carry layers? Should you train? Why is the material of your socks surprisingly critical? and w

Episode 24: Kit Lists - Polar Travel

Oct 12th, 2022 38m 33s

Cathy and Wayne are joined by British Antarctic Field Operative Catrin Thomas who gives a fascinating insight into managing clothing systems in the harsh polar environment.Catrin was awarded the UK Polar Medal in 2019 and describes her wealth o

Episode 23: Kit Lists - Everest Basecamp Trek

Oct 10th, 2022 39m 27s

Cathy and Wayne are joined by Everest Basecamp Trek Leader Paul Poole to chat about what conditions to expect and what kit to pack to enjoy this iconic trek.Paul has been travelling to the Khumbu region for 20 years and shares a host of top tip