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You’ve Touched the Concrete Pillar at the Summit, But Do You Know Its Story?
On many summits across the UK and Ireland, a squat concrete pillar is waiting for you at the absolute highest point. These are called triangulation pillars (or “trig points”). But they are more than just a convenient place to lean or a marker for your summit selfie. They are the remnants of a massive, grueling, pre-GPS scientific mission to measure an entire country. Back in 1935, the mapmakers at the Ordnance Survey were in full-blown crisis mode. The landscape of the UK and
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Mind the Gap: How to Fit for Your Hiking Gaiters
If you hike in Ireland, you already know the golden rule of the bogs: wear your gaiters . We all know they are fantastic for keeping out the mud, the heavy rain, and the wet heather. However, to truly unlock their full benefits, getting the perfect fit is just as important as remembering to pack them! Even the best gaiters need a little adjusting to work their magic. If there is a gap, water and debris will eventually find it. Here is how to ensure your gaiters are well fitt
Mar 172 min read
The Simple Way I Dry My Hiking Boots After Every Hike
After a long hike, especially on wet or muddy trails, my hiking boots are often damp inside. Drying them properly is important—not only for comfort on the next hike but also to prevent bad smells and help the boots last longer. I have a simple solution: I use is Drysure boot dryers . There are a few types of those. I choose to use the Drysure Extreme Boot Dryer. I prefer this type because they are longer and fit much better inside the taller shafts of hiking boots. They are
Mar 171 min read
Don’t Take Your Boots Off Yet: Do This First
After a long hike, it’s tempting to kick off your boots as soon as possible to finally free your feet. But taking two minutes before you take them off can make a big difference for your gear. One simple habit I’ve started following is brushing my hiking boots before removing them. While I’m still wearing them, I use a small brush (one of those kitchen brushes with a long handle and fairly stiff bristles) to knock off mud, gravel, and bits of trail stuck to the soles and fabri
Mar 171 min read
How to CALL for MOUNTAIN RESCUE?
If things do go wrong: Stay Calm Take time to recap what you know, what happened and where you are, If needed relocate to close, safe location, covered from the wind and try to stay warm. If You have phone coverage Call for help: Dial 999 or 112 You will get through to an Emergency Service Operator who will ask you whether you require Gardaí, Fire brigade or an Ambulance Request An Garda Síochána (Police) Then ask for Mountain Rescue and provide your details, location and t
Jan 1, 20241 min read
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