Outdoor Gear Chat
Cathy Casey and Wayne Singleton
Join Cathy and Wayne as they chat about the pro's (and the con's) of technical outdoor clothing and equipment.Outdoor Gear Chat takes a lighthearted peek inside the wonderful world of fabrics, garments, footwear and equipment helping you to understand some of the science behind how to stay dry, how to stay comfortable and how to choose the best outdoor kit for you.
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Episode 18: Kit Lists - Lakeland 50/100
Outdoor Gear Chat
04/26/22 • 39 min
"Lakeland Legends" Cathy & Wayne are veterans of a number of Lakeland 50's but why has neither of them stepped up to the Lakeland 100 start line?
Sponsored by Montane, this podcast describes the high's and low's of their respective 50 mile trots around the Lakeland fells, their favourite kit and top training tips. Amid all of the technical info you can also learn why one of them called their Mum, the concerning question of whether being given watermelon by a semi-naked man in the dead of night was, in fact, a reality and just how, exactly Wayne can see to your every need (!)
Perhaps this podcast just goes to prove that what happens on the trail should stay on the trail......
Don't forget to enter our amazing competition to win £250 of Montane kit!!!!! ***Competition is now closed
Enter the competition here: Montane Competition
Lakeland Kit Unboxing with Montane Athletes: Montane Lakeland 50 & 100 - Unboxing the Kit List 2021 - YouTube
Shop the Montane range here: The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UK (climbers-shop.com)
Joe Brown Outdoor Academy: The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
Running Concierge: The Running Concierge – Bespoke guided running in the Lake District
Episode 30: Kit Lists - 8000m Peaks with Jon Gupta
Outdoor Gear Chat
01/25/23 • 41 min
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 rare insight into life at high altitude and how little bits of kit and experience can make all the difference to being successful on a major expedition. Vital tips such as why you should never put your down suit on for the first time at 7000m, what is the ONLY eating implement you need, the importance of pillows, what type of deodorant works at altitude and just what is the mysterious item that always appears at the bottom of a pan of freshly melted snow?
With thanks to Rab for making this podcast possible.
Listen ,learn, laugh and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Wayne Singleton is swimming the coastline of Cumbria for Brathay Trust
Joe Brown's and The Climbers Shop are proud to be pro stockists of the Rab range and have a wide range of expedition clothing and footwear in stock.
The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UK (climbers-shop.com)
Learn more about our Expedition Event: Expedition Event 2022 Round up — The Climbers Shop / Joe Brown Blog (theclimbersshopjoebrownblog.co.uk)
Expedition Tips: https://www.joebrownoutdooracademy.com/knowledge-expeditions
Climb with Jon: Home // Mountain Expeditions (mountain-expeditions.co.uk)
Episode 49: New Waterproof Fabrics - What You Need To Know Part 3
Outdoor Gear Chat
09/27/24 • 38 min
There are big changes happening in the world of waterproofs . They're a long time coming and are great news for the environment BUT we will all need to learn how to use and maintain the new technologies.
In this final part of three "waterproof special" podcasts, Cathy and Wayne are joined by Tim Francis Regional Trainer and Account Manager for Grangers International, to discuss why new waterproof fabrics will need to be washed and re-proofed more frequently than older garments and how you can do this simply and easily at home.
As technical garment users, we all need to better understand why these changes are needed, how they will impact our time in the hills and why we will need to wash and re-proof our waterproof garments more regularly.
There is a world of science in your waterproof jacket - we're here to help you understand it.
Listen ,learn, laugh and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Young Minds Matter Appeal | Brathay Trust
See our full range: The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UK (climbers-shop.com)
Free kit advice: The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
To learn more about how simple it is to wash and re-proof your garment at home:
Washing Your Waterproof Clothing — The Climbers Shop / Joe Brown Blog (theclimbersshopjoebrownblog.co.uk)
For a list of care and repair facilities throughout the UK:
Repairs and Servicing I — The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
If you found this interesting then don't forget to download:
Episode 1: Waterproofs - I'm Wet Through to My Undies (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 2: Layering - The Joy of Moisture Management (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 38: Baselayers - Tight Fit (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 48: New Waterproof Fabrics - What You Need To Know Part 2
Outdoor Gear Chat
09/27/24 • 38 min
There are big changes happening in the world of waterproofs . They're a long time coming and are great news for the environment BUT we will all need to learn how to use and maintain the new technologies.
In this second of three special podcasts, Cathy and Wayne are joined by Laura Howe, Fabric Technologist at Mountain Equipment, to discuss how new waterproof fabrics are chosen, tested and built in to technical garment design.
As technical garment users, we all need to better understand why these changes are needed, how they will impact our time in the hills and why we will need to wash and re-proof our waterproof garments more regularly.
There is a world of science in your waterproof jacket - we're here to help you understand it.
Listen ,learn, laugh and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Young Minds Matter Appeal | Brathay Trust
See our full range: The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UK (climbers-shop.com)
Free kit advice: The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
To learn more about how Mountain Equipment are phasing out PFA's:
Aiming to be PFAS free by Winter 2025 | Mountain Equipment (mountain-equipment.com)
If you found this interesting then don't forget to download:
Episode 1: Waterproofs - I'm Wet Through to My Undies (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 2: Layering - The Joy of Moisture Management (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 38: Baselayers - Tight Fit (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 47: New Waterproof Fabrics - What You Need To Know Part 1
Outdoor Gear Chat
09/27/24 • 41 min
There are big changes happening in the world of waterproofs . They're a long time coming and are great news for the environment BUT we will all need to learn how to use and maintain the new technologies.
In this first of three special podcasts, Cathy and Wayne are joined by Debbie Read, Head of Corporate Communications and CSR at Equip Outdoor Technologies to discuss why chemicals that have been used in waterproof garments for years are being phased out and how this will effect performance.
As technical garment users, we all need to better understand why these changes are needed, how they will impact our time in the hills and why we will need to wash and re-proof our waterproof garments more regularly.
There is a world of science in your waterproof jacket - we're here to help you understand it.
Listen ,learn, laugh and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Young Minds Matter Appeal | Brathay Trust
See our full range: The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UK (climbers-shop.com)
Free kit advice: The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
To learn more about how Rab are phasing out PFA's and what is in your garment:
https://rab.equipment/uk/material-facts-faq
https://equipuk.com/blog/our-commitment-to-phase-out-pfas
https://rab.equipment/uk/pfas
If you found this interesting then don't forget to download:
Episode 1: Waterproofs - I'm Wet Through to My Undies (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 2: Layering - The Joy of Moisture Management (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 38: Baselayers - Tight Fit (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 34: Women's Technical Clothing Fit and Function
Outdoor Gear Chat
02/22/23 • 41 min
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 successful online symposium held back in 2021. Listen as we discuss what is available, the difficulties of finding technical equipment for larger body shapes, why technical shops can be intimidating, colour, features and dodgy swim models.
But what is being done about it?
Listen ,learn, laugh and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Wayne Singleton is swimming the coastline of Cumbria for Brathay Trust
To see our plus size women's clothing range: Womens Outdoor Clothing And Womens Outdoor Jackets (climbers-shop.com)
To see our XXL men's clothing range: Mens Outdoor Clothing And Mens Outdoor Jackets (climbers-shop.com)
Watch our online symposium here: Women’s Technical Clothing: Fit, Form and Function — The Climbers Shop / Joe Brown Blog (theclimbersshopjoebrownblog.co.uk)
Technical Plus Size Patterns to make: Sew Outdoorsy | Outdoor & Activewear Sewing Patterns for Plus Sizes
Lake District Wild Swimming (suzannaswims.co.uk)
Episode 33: Trail Running Shoes - Nice Lugs!
Outdoor Gear Chat
02/15/23 • 32 min
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 road running shoe? Can the right shoes make you feel less tired? How can you make shoes last longer? What is the difference between pronation and supination? What is meant by drop? gait? neutral shoes? This episode is packed with facts and information about shoes, socks, gaiters, microspikes, laces and....... marmite - Wayne even get's grossed out about toenails.
Listen ,learn, laugh and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Wayne Singleton is swimming the coastline of Cumbria for Brathay Trust
Click the link to see our huge range of men's trail shoes
Mens Trail Running Shoes And Fell Running Shoes (climbers-shop.com)
Click the link to see our huge range of women's trail shoes
Womens Trail Running Shoes And Fell Running Shoes (climbers-shop.com)
Click the "Running" tab to see our full range of clothing and accessories
The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UK (climbers-shop.com)
Tips on fit, nutrition and ultra's:
Running — The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
02/08/23 • 42 min
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 little replacement gizmo's available to make your own repairs as well as the wealth of fixes that can be done to clothing, sleeping bags, rucsacks and tents so they can be used and kept out of landfill for as long as possible. Packed full of tips, Rosanna also explains how she can customise garments for MRT's, how to spot if a garment is easily repairable and how to get the best value for money (spoiler - this may not necessarily mean buying the cheapest).
Listen ,learn, laugh and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Wayne Singleton is swimming the coastline of Cumbria for Brathay Trust
Our shops have a large range of repair tapes, sealants, buckles, tapes and cords permanently in stock. They're dead easy to find in the shops and we're working on improving their visibility online:
Clothing/Tent and Rucsack Spares and repairs: Repair Products Camping | The Climbers Shop And Joe Brown S (climbers-shop.com)
Cordlocks: Lowe Alpine Cord Lock - Assorted Coloured (climbers-shop.com)
Cord: Ropes Cords Climbing Equipment | The Climbers Shop And Joe (climbers-shop.com)
Footwear Spares: Proofings, Aftercare & Repair | The Climbers Shop (climbers-shop.com)
To find our how to send your item back to Snowdonia Gear Repair please click here: Snowdonia Gear Repair
Our key brands all have their own repair/servicing and advice portals here:
Rab Service Centre - Rab® UK
Returns | Mountain Equipment (mountain-equipment.co.uk)
Care of Your Product – Mountain Equipment (mountain-equipment.co.uk)
Montane Repair Service | Extend the lifetime of your product. – Montane - UK
Climbing / Walking Boot Repairs & Resoles (UK) - SCARPA UK
La Sportiva - Official Website
Other outdoor specialist repair companies in the UK:
Outdoor Gear Repairs - LSR (lancashiresportsrepairs.co.uk)
Scottish Mountain Gear
home | Llanberis Resoles | approved Scarpa and La Sportiva resoler.
Episode 31: Adaptive Outdoor Kit with Paul Pritchard
Outdoor Gear Chat
02/01/23 • 42 min
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 continual adventures and expeditions after suffering a severe brain injury during a climbing accident.
This podcast is a fascinating insight into adapting and using outdoor equipment for high altitude traverses, desert crossings, rock climbs and navigating that most extreme of environments - the airport. Full of dodgy humour and some gruesome descriptions of blisters, listen in to Paul's adaptive life...... and why he's looking forward to someone stealing his car.
Listen ,learn, laugh and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Wayne Singleton is swimming the coastline of Cumbria for Brathay Trust
Joe Brown's and The Climbers Shop are proud to stock all of Paul's books:
Search Results Page (climbers-shop.com)
Paul's Films:
The Journey: An Award winning film from Griffon Media about Paul Pritchard's recumbent trike 'pilgrimage' to Mount Everest. Accompanied by Carol Hurst the ride took them on 1150km across the Himalaya from Lhasa to Kathmandu via Everest Base Camp.
To The Rainbow: Paul Pritchard climbing The Rainbow Slab with Johnny Dawes. To The Rainbow is a Bamboo Chicken Production.
Larapinta Adaptive Traverse: The "Lowest To Highest' all-abilities team attempt to traverse the whole 237km spine of Tjoritja/West MacDonnell Ranges on the challenging Larapinta Trail.
Paul is also recording the Larapinta Podcasts
The Mountain Path A video introduction to Paul's latest book. Watch and Read! Rite Of Passage: In his first film 12 year old Eli Pritchard takes his disabled dad, Paul to the Himalaya. Together they climb a peak. A simple coming of age story of a boy becoming a man.
To learn more about Paul: Paul Pritchard
Episode 43: Kit Lists - The Mountain Goat Circuit
Outdoor Gear Chat
03/14/24 • 38 min
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 Chris Vanderhoven, they discuss how the idea came about, the route, the terrain and there are lots of tips on what kit you'll need depending if you run, fastpack or backpack what is sure to become an iconic round of it's own right. The odds are good you'll see one of the famous Snowdonia Mountain Goats en route too!
For more details about how to get involved:
For suggested kit lists:
Check out the full range of great kit available at www.joe-brown.com
For tons of great skills and kit advice check out: www.joebrownoutdooracademy.com
Related Outdoor Gear Chat Podcasts:
Episode 1: Waterproofs - I'm Wet Through to My Undies (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 2: Layering - The Joy of Moisture Management (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 3: Socks - My Feet Stink (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 5: Gloves - Mittens vs Fingers (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 6: Walking Boots - When Size Really Matters (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 10: Rucksacks - What's in your sack? (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 21: First Aid - I've Got An Ouchie (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 22: Sunglasses & Goggles - Eye Eye! (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 29: Hats - The Importance Of Head Protection (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 33: Trail Running Shoes - Nice Lugs! (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 38: Baselayers - Tight Fit (buzzsprout.com)
Planning to camp?
Episode 4: Sleeping Bags - Slip Into Something Silky (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 8: Stoves - Burning Ring of Fire (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 11: Lighting - Beam Me Up (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 19: Tents - Erections Of All Sizes (buzzsprout.com)
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FAQ
How many episodes does Outdoor Gear Chat have?
Outdoor Gear Chat currently has 49 episodes available.
What topics does Outdoor Gear Chat cover?
The podcast is about Outdoor, Climbing, Humour, Mountaineering, Knowledge, Chat, Running, Podcasts, Sports and Wilderness.
What is the most popular episode on Outdoor Gear Chat?
The episode title 'Episode 33: Trail Running Shoes - Nice Lugs!' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Outdoor Gear Chat?
The average episode length on Outdoor Gear Chat is 38 minutes.
How often are episodes of Outdoor Gear Chat released?
Episodes of Outdoor Gear Chat are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Outdoor Gear Chat?
The first episode of Outdoor Gear Chat was released on May 4, 2021.
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