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We’ve been beavering away working on version 3.0 of our RMS workshop and scheduling module. The new functionality includes: Significantly improved performance; A simplified more reliable front end in the RMS POS screens; The ability to track when / if...
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We added an upgrade to CitrusStore which allows the customer to select the option to collect their goods from one of your retail sites. The option: Provides a Collect @ Store option in the checkout process; A user is forced to enter a separate billing...
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Great news. The Climbers Shop are now stocking Mammut gear once again. Mammut clothing has been a very popular brand for the Climbers Shop for many years, but due to various reasons we stopped stocking their gear about a year ago. We...
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If you live in Scotland, last weekend you will have got the chance to watch an epic climbing adventure. Dave Macleod, all round climbing God, and conqueror of currently the hardest route in the UK ( Echo Wall , on Ben Nevis – E??), and Tim Emmett , base...
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If you are looking to get yourself a good piece of insulation, be it a jacket or sleeping bag, this is a question you will need to ask yourself. Traditionally, the answer was easy, if you wanted to actually stay warm then down was the way to go, however...
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Thanks for showing an interest in working at The Climbers Shop. Unfortunately, there are no vacancies at present. If you have any further questions or enquiries then please email us
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How to wash a waterproof jacket or reproof a pair of boots is one of the most common topics we get asked about at The Climbers Shop. “Should I wash my waterproof jacket?”, “Does washing waterproof jackets damage them?”, “What do I wash waterproof clothing...
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Along with an ice axe, crampons are an essential piece of mountaineering safety kit. They’ll give you much better security on snow and ice, making travel easier and faster and hugely improve your safety on steep slopes. As a general rule they...
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If there are two items of gear we get asked for advise on all the time, its Ice axes and crampons. We have given these two bits of essential winter kit a gear guide each, but we would always advocate using them in conjunction with each other. ...
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Quite simply, Barefoot Running is running with bare feet! However, the Barefoot Running Movement is a little more complicated than that. Once the preserve of hippies, surfers and tribal folk, going barefoot has attracted the attention of more technologically...
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Follow this Link , and you’ll be there . Sorry, this is a temporary fix to a dodgy link problem, we’ll have it sorted today, Thanks for your patience, Rich ( http://www.climbers-shop.com/film-comp.aspx )
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Depending on when you are heading out in to the hills, there are a few main things that will be looking for in a jacket. In the winter it tends to be warmth, and waterproofing, in summer it is breathability and physical weight. There is one factor however...
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The Climbers Shop website team paid a visit to the Kendal Outdoor Retail Show (KORS) yesterday to see what was new and exciting in the world of outdoor gear for 2011. This is the second year of this trade show being held in Kendal and this year it brought...
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(You’ve got to be able to do better than that one!!) Competition closing date Friday 10th September 2010.
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100 weight The traditional measurement of a Microfleece. 200 weight is a midweight and 300 weight is heavy. Baselayer The layer of clothes that one wears against the body, usually a lightweight breathable tee shirt. Beading The behaviour of a droplet...
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Abseiling A method of travelling down a vertical surface (i.e. Rock face) by descending down a rope via a specific 'descender' device Aid Climbing A style of climbing that uses devices in order to rest on or assist your ascent. Used on long and...
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I know its the middle of summer and a down jacket is the last thing on your mind right now, but we have an amazing deal on the Montane Anti Freeze jackets ; we’ve got them for just £80’. Now is the time to get one of these stylish and super warm duvet...
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2 Season Boots Walking boots that are suited for summer usage - i.e. The two warmer seasons (Spring & Summer) 3 Season Boots Walking boots that are suited for use in all British seasons except from winter conditions. Can be used in the winter if snow...
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Baffle The term given to a chamber in a down jacket or sleeping bag which contains a set quantity of down and stops it clumping to one place. Bivi Bag A large waterproof sac that can be entered in order to sleep in. This is a more lightweight method of...
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Abseiling A method of travelling down a vertical surface (i.e. Rock face) by descending down a rope via a specific 'descender' device Aid Climbing A style of climbing that uses devices in order to rest on or assist your ascent. Used on long and...
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When we write our product descriptions, we try and make them as easy to read as possible but at times we may use terms or phrases that are a bit ‘ techie ’ or appear to be outdoor gear jargon. Never fear however, we have now written a pretty comprehensive...
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The following is a list of links that you may find useful ...
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The Supplier Integration Module purchase order reviewer screen now comes with features to streamline and clarify the purchase order tracking process. As part of the purchase order review screen, you can now remove: Customer Order Items - Remove items...
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Ropes For the uninitiated the range of ropes available can be a bit of a mine field. With the various diameters, uses, strengths and lengths - it can be very confusing. This straight forward guide will attempt to make choosing a climbing rope a little...