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Buying Guides

Introducing The Oakley MOD1 + MOD5
Introducing The Oakley MOD1 + MOD5
Introducing The Oakley MOD1 + MOD5

Designed with help from some of he world's best mountain athletes, Oakley's MOD1 + MOD5 helmets were made to keep up with the endless pursuit of discovering more on the mountains,

Introducing Oakley Prizm™ Lens Technology
Introducing Oakley Prizm™ Lens Technology
Introducing Oakley Prizm™ Lens Technology

Discover how decades of research created the most kick-ass lenses on the market: Oakley Prizm™ Lens technology.

Waterproof Ratings & Breathability Expained
Waterproof Ratings & Breathability Expained
Waterproof Ratings & Breathability Expained

If you’re heading to the mountains waterproof gear is essential. Whether you’re playing in the snow, hiking, or climbing, outdoor weather can be unpredictable, especially in the mountains. 

Wetsuit Buying Guide
Wetsuit Buying Guide
Wetsuit Buying Guide

Read our expert wetsuit guide for all-you-need-to-know about how wetsuits work and the key things you need to consider when choosing one...

Backcountry Skiing Safety: Transceivers, Probes & Shovels
Backcountry Skiing Safety: Transceivers, Probes & Shovels
Skiing
Backcountry Skiing Safety: Transceivers, Probes & Shovels

If you’re backcountry skiing or snowboarding this season, experience combined with the correct clothing and safety equipment and a fully qualified mountain guide are essential for staying safe and having fun off the piste. Read these top tips before heading out on your next adventure into the backcountry.

How to Choose an Avalanche Transceiver
How to Choose an Avalanche Transceiver
Skiing
How to Choose an Avalanche Transceiver

An avalanche transceiver is an essential part of any backcountry safety setup. Ensure you find the right one and know how to use it.  

Ski and Snowboard Servicing and Repairs Guide
Ski and Snowboard Servicing and Repairs Guide
Ski and Snowboard Servicing and Repairs Guide

Regularly servicing your skis or snowboard is the only way to keep them performing at their very best, and we've got options to suit your every need.

Andrew + Lily's Head To Toe Gear List
Andrew + Lily's Head To Toe Gear List
Andrew + Lily's Head To Toe Gear List

Get ready for winter adventures with the best gear, handpicked by our Fort William and Silverburn store managers, Lily and Andrew. 

A Guide To Smartwatches
A Guide To Smartwatches
A Guide To Smartwatches

Track your fitness and take it to the next level with our guide to smartwatches.

The Ultimate Guide To Travel Luggage
The Ultimate Guide To Travel Luggage
The Ultimate Guide To Travel Luggage

Pack for adventure to the max with our ultimate guide to travel luggage.

Tent Care Guide
Tent Care Guide
Tent Care Guide

When you’re out in the wilds, your tent is your home away from home, so it’s paramount you take care of it. In this guide, we share our top tips for looking after your tent.

Paddleboarding Kit Guide
Paddleboarding Kit Guide
Paddleboarding Kit Guide

Paddleboarding has become the go-to watersport in recent years. Our expert guide will set you straight on all the need-to-knows and essential gear to get you out and about on the water.

Christmas Gifts For Skiers
Christmas Gifts For Skiers
Christmas Gifts For Skiers

Know someone who loves nothing more than carving their way through the mountains? Then we’ve got the perfect gift this Christmas. With ideas to suit all slopestyles and budgets, you can be sure your gifts will be used and loved, season after season.

How To Be A Sustainable Snowsports Lover
How To Be A Sustainable Snowsports Lover
How To Be A Sustainable Snowsports Lover

The climate is changing and the mountain playgrounds we love are too. We’ve pulled together a list of tips to help you continue doing what you love, whilst doing your bit for the planet and reducing your impact. 

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