Advice
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Step Up To Long Distance Trails | 5 Multi-day Hikes to Try This Year
Is this the year to challenge yourself on one of the UK’s long-distance hiking trails? Over recent years there has been an emergence of long-distance walking trails across the country....
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Sleeping Bag Buying Guide
After a long day reaching your destination, nothing beats the feeling of snuggling into a warm, comfy sleeping bag, ready for a good night’s sleep in preparation (and anticipation) for...
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Walking Socks Buying Guide
The walking sock - it’s often considered more of an accessory than a necessity, but is perhaps the most underrated piece of kit we own. The sock you choose to wear is...
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Trousers Buying Guide
Whether you’re hiking eight Munros or popping out for an afternoon woodland stroll, investing in a good pair of outdoor trousers is crucial to ensure that you get the most...
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Walking Boots Buying Guide
Your new boots are one of the most important items you can buy for hillwalking. Our Walking Boots Buying Guide is designed to give you practical advice on everything you...
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Top Tips for Winter Mountaineering
Wanting to embark on your own winter mountaineering adventure? Here are some top tips from Mountaineering Scotland's ThinkWINTER campaign for preparation and best practice that'll keep you and others safe.
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Understanding Tent Jargon!
New to camping and confused by all the tent jargon? Laura's here to break it down for you!
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How Do You Set Up the Berghaus Air 400?
Watch now as Emilia and Bruce take us through the easy steps to pitch the Berghaus Air 400 4-Person – the ideal tent whether you’re a first timer or a...
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How to Clean Your GORE-TEX Footwear (Step-by-Step)
Even your outdoor footwear needs some TLC to keep it performing at its best, and Emilia is here with tips for cleaning and proofing so they’re sure to last you...
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Scotland's Top 10 Bothies
We have picked our 10 favourite bothies across Scotland to help with some weekend adventure inspiration. If you are looking for a bothy perfect for wildlife spotting, solitude, Munro bagging...
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Five Mistakes Every Hiker Makes!
Whether you are a seasoned pro or a complete newbie, we all make mistakes in the outdoors. Luckily, Emilia and Bruce are on hand to help you avoid them!
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Walking Boots or Walking Shoes?
Struggling to find the right footwear for your walking style? Let us guide you to the perfect choice.
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How to Choose an Insulated Jacket - Down vs. Synthetic
Find a warm insulated jacket this season with our helpful guide on insulated jackets and the differences between down insulation vs. synthetic insulation.
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Do My Walking Boots Fit?
At Tiso, we pride ourselves on being the footwear fitting specialists. We have been fitting boots for nearly 60 years; generations of people going into the hills. How should your...
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Walking Boots | Cleaning & Proofing Guide
If you’ve just invested in a new pair of walking boots or shoes, we’re sure you will want to make sure they last for as long as possible. Proper care...
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6 Tips For A Longer Tent Life
Whether the hills beckon to you every weekend, or an annual camping trip with friends and family is more your pace, you want to make sure your tent stands up...
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Watersports Safety | Top Tips
We’ve put together a list of seven top tips to follow to make sure you stay safe and get the most out of your day on the water.
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The Lowdown on Summit Series
The North Face Summit Series was first launched in the autumn of 2000 and has become a firm favourite of climbers and mountaineers. In 2015, the collection of durable and...
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5 of the Best Cycle Tours in Scotland
Discover Scotland in the best way possible - using two wheels! If you've been inspired to give bike touring a go this summer, here are five great multi-day routes in...
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Waterproof Kit Care & Maintenance
Waterproof gear is changing in accordance with the law, so you might find it needs that little extra TLC to keep it performing at its best! Watch along for more...
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Wild Camping Etiquette
Watch now as Ross from Mountaineering Scotland takes us through some top tips for wild camping responsibly.
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