The Journal

Chill Out! Finding Your Peak Flow During Ice Immersion
Chill Out! Finding Your Peak Flow During Ice Immersion
Dr Rob Williams has co-created the Peak Flow Method, which supports individuals, teams, organisations, and healthcare systems by developing new breathing habits that are scientifically proven to lead to healthier... Read more...
On two wheels to explore the Col de Galibier
On two wheels to explore the Col de Galibier
The ups and downs on an overnight cycle journey in the French Alps from our friends at Enselle Voyages. Read more...
Why our Xenolith Mountain Sweater is your secret weapon against the cold
Why our Xenolith Mountain Sweater is your secret weapon against the cold
We have created the newest version of our much loved Xenolith Mountain Sweater in four new Himalayan inspired colours. It's an insulating technical mid layer inspired by traditional alpine guide... Read more...
Evolving our mid layer yak wool collections
Evolving our mid layer yak wool collections
This season we are introducing a range of new mid layer styles using our exclusive yak wool and merino blend. We have developed our signature Yushu fabric into two new mid layers:... Read more...
Climbing Pico de Orizaba: An Intro To Mountaineering
Climbing Pico de Orizaba: An Intro To Mountaineering
Pico de Orizaba is both the highest peak in Mexico and the tallest volcano in North America. On January 18th, 2023, my partner and I stood at the summit of... Read more...
A Himalayan trek expedition to raise money for Refuge
A Himalayan trek expedition to raise money for Refuge
Suzi and Xanthe - two lifelong friends who work in front-line services supporting women and children - decided to take themselves out of their comfort zone to do a Himalayan... Read more...
Extreme snow hikes: kora kit testing in the wild mountains of Northern Pakistan
Extreme snow hikes: kora kit testing in the wild mountains of Northern Pakistan
Setting off on assignment for kora saw us plan our epic hiking journey through the Haramosh Valley (35°50′24″N 74°53′51″E ) in Northern Pakistan in the Karakoram mountain range, all the way... Read more...
How to choose the best thermals for men and thermals for women*
How to choose the best thermals for men and thermals for women*
*Hint, they contain yak wool! Understanding fabrics and their ability to keep you warm and dry in winter can seem complicated. So we will simply explain why a thermal base layer,... Read more...
Hiking clothes for men and women
Hiking clothes for men and women
In order to enjoy your hiking time outdoors it is important to have the best kit available. A good set of hiking clothes can transform your experience of the outdoors... Read more...
Digging deep to climb high: a day in the saddle from the Torino to Nice rally
Digging deep to climb high: a day in the saddle from the Torino to Nice rally
In April I signed up for a bikepacking event. It would be my first time bikepacking out of the UK. As well as my longest consecutive ride and the highest... Read more...
How to use base layers for skiing
How to use base layers for skiing
Finding the right ski base layer is essential — it’s the difference between a fantastic day on the slopes… or not. Here’s your guide to what you need to know... Read more...
Following Russ Moorhouse’s #Trailof100nights
Following Russ Moorhouse’s #Trailof100nights
Inspired by a quote from Scottish writer Nan Shepherd, who said that “no one knows the mountain completely who has not slept on it”, Russ Moorhouse is passionate about combining... Read more...