Like most people who get into the outdoors, I have acquired my fair share of kit over the years and, during that time, I’ve found a few places that are good for getting cheap or discou... Read more
THIS ARTICLE: Explains how you can take a boat and explore the world’s oceans. There is a brief history of sailing followed by an explanation of the options available including sailing... Read more
“I want to plan an expedition but I don’t know where to start” The above statement is one of the more common themes that arises when people contact me for help. They have a... Read more
Today we have an article written by Lauren Rains from Outdoor Minded Mag (for whom I wrote an article last year). Lauren has, rather flatteringly, gone to the effort of formatting her advice... Read more
James Borrell shares his top tips for science, research and fieldwork on expedition. “The urge to explore a wilderness is inseparable from the desire to help save it.” – Mi... Read more
Some time ago I received an email from a chap called Markus, saying that he was thinking about quitting his job to cycle from Germany to Africa. I get emai... Read more
Cold water swimming is something I’ve written about before, particularly with regards to its health benefits, but here are a few tips for acclimatising to cold water, adapting to the i... Read more
THIS ARTICLE: Will explain how you can row across an ocean. It details different approaches such as entering a race, joining a team or going solo, and explains the different routes available... Read more
Satellite phones, or ‘satphones’, are simply phones that send and receive signals to and from satellites rather than through cables or via phone masts. They are useful on expedit... Read more
Wild swimming has attracted significant media attention over the last couple of years writes Laura Moss. Whether it’s Robson Green swimming the infamous Corryvreckan whirlpool, Lewis Gordon... Read more
Today we are very lucky to have sea kayaking legend Justine Curgenven from Cackle TV offering advice for anyone considering an expedition by sea kayak. As well as having kayaked around Kamch... Read more
Polar expeditions almost have a language of their own. Below are a few key terms that will help put Arctic travel in context: Pulk – The sled full of equipment and supplies that you dr... Read more
