43: Kit Lists - The Mountain Goat Circuit
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
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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)
Previous Episode
42: Kit Lists - Jungle Trekking and the El Rio Foundation
Cathy and Wayne are joined live from Colombia by Ben Davies and Felix Sullivan from the El Rio Hostel in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta Mountains.
This very special episode talks not just about the kit needed for the nearby trek to the Lost City but also the unique relationship between The Climbers Shop and the El Rio Foundation. Listen to how buying great kit from us helps fund vital work with children in post conflict Colombia - and how you can help kids learn simply by visiting the hostel and buying a beer!
Listen ,learn, laugh and if you are able, please consider making a donation to help further the vital work of the El Rio Foundation here.
Follow El Rio Foundation:
Instagram: @elriofoundation
Find out more about El Rio Hostel: Rio Hostel Buritaca
Read more about the El Rio Foundation: The El Rio Foundation – We are the charity arm of Rio Hostel Buritaca (elriofoundationco.org)
How buying great kit in Ambleside can have a positive impact on kids in post conflict Colombia: How Your Purchases With Us Help Others Too — The Climbers Shop / Joe Brown Blog (theclimbersshopjoebrownblog.co.uk)
To see our travel and trekking range: The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UK (climbers-shop.com)
Further kit information: The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
Related Outdoor Gear Chat Episodes:
Episode 38: Baselayers - Tight Fit (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 27: Water Purifiers - That's Quite A Thirst (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 22: Sunglasses & Goggles - Eye Eye! (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 21: First Aid - I've Got An Ouchie (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 10: Rucksacks - What's in your sack? (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 6: Walking Boots - When Size Really Matters (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 3: Socks - My Feet Stink (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 2: Layering - The Joy of Moisture Management (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 1: Waterproofs - I'm Wet Through to My Undies (buzzsprout.com)
Next Episode
44: Helmets - Keep A Lid On It with Neil Gresham and Emma Powell Petzl
This week Cathy and Wayne talk about head protection with Petzl sponsored athletes and climbing giants: Emma Powell and Neil Gresham.
Whether you are trad, sport, winter climbing or dry tooling we delve into why you might choose to wear a helmet when you climb, different construction types, testing, safety, how to check your helmet, how to tell when your helmet should be retired and why recycling them is so difficult. Packed full of technical geekery, anecdotes and possibly a little too much information from Cathy, this an essential listen for climbers everywhere.
Listen ,learn, laugh and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Young Minds Matter Appeal | Brathay Trust
For full information how how to check your helmet: Climbing Knowledge — The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
To see our full range of climbing helmets: Climbing Helmets Climbing Equipment | The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops (climbers-shop.com)
Visit Neil Gresham's website: neilgresham.com
Visit Emma Powell's You Tube Channel: Emma Powell Climbing - YouTube
For a wealth of technical climbing information: Tech tips by activity - Petzl United Kingdom
Other Outdoor Gear Chat Posts you might be interested in:
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Episode 15: Ice Axes - Take Your Pick (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 20: Carabiners - I Need A Screw (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 37: Ropes - All Tied Up (buzzsprout.com)
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