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What is Barefoot Running?

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 minded modern runners. Barefoot Running Explained...

Posted to Climbers Shop Official Blog (Weblog) by tcsh on 08-17-2010
Footwear Glossary

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 and ice is not present. 4 Season Boots Walking...

Posted to Climbers Shop Official Blog (Weblog) by tcsh on 08-11-2010
Lake District Overun By Racing Snakes!

As reported last week, this weekend, the Lake District played host to almost 400 super fit fell runners as they competed in the 2nd Annual Lakeland 100 Ultra Marathon, sponsered by Montane. Although not all of them opted for the full 100 miles, they all had to battle against continuously steep terrain...

Posted to Climbers Shop Official Blog (Weblog) by tcsh on 08-04-2009
Make Way For The Lakeland 100

This weekend (31st July - 2nd August) the Lake District will again play host for scores of serious fell runners as they battle the mountains and the elements to complete the 2nd annual Montane Lakeland 100 (ULTD), one of the most spectacular long distance events in the UK. Sponsered by one of The Climbers...

Posted to Climbers Shop Official Blog (Weblog) by tcsh on 07-29-2009
The Record Attempt Comes To An End

We've received some unfortunate news this morning, as of 7.30 last night, Mark called it a day on his South West Coast Path record attempt. As we've not spoken to him yet, we have not got the full story but he has cited bad weather and fatigue as the contributing factors. It may be the case that...

Posted to Climbers Shop Official Blog (Weblog) by tcsh on 07-15-2009
Record Breakers - Day 4

Today's info comes via the Mark Barnes SWCP Record Attempt Support Team .... otherwise named Mrs Barnes! Elizabeth met up with Mark at the end of an enormous 64 mile day. As predicted, he reached Watergate Bay by the end of yesterday and was accompanied on the last couple of miles of it by Elizabeth...

Posted to Climbers Shop Official Blog (Weblog) by tcsh on 07-14-2009
Mark's Starting Early Again

Well after Mark's inforced early start yesterday, it looks like he has decided to repeat the excercise today. Having finished his sections early yesterday (see previous post) and therefore getiing his head down early, he got up bright and early this morning and got going - I say 'morning'...

Posted to Climbers Shop Official Blog (Weblog) by tcsh on 07-13-2009
South West Coast Path Mission - Update 3

Like many outdoor activites, ultra distance running can be very weather dependant, always looking for the break in the storm, or the predicted fine period that will enable you to get a good few miles under your belt. Well that's exactly what this weekend has thrown up. Looking ahead at the weather...

Posted to Climbers Shop Official Blog (Weblog) by tcsh on 07-13-2009
Great Langdale Sun Run

What a cracking week it's been up here in the Lakes, the weather has been just fantastic which, combined with the longer evenings, has meant that people are starting to get out into the hills again in their droves, and we're no exception. This weekend saw me heading over to Langdale to support...

Posted to Climbers Shop Official Blog (Weblog) by tcsh on 04-21-2009
New Salomon Stock Now In

We're now entering one of our busiest periods in the year as far as changes on the website go - the Spring Collection is arriving! It's started off with the Haglofs and Salomon ranges which are now mostly on the website. The Salomon range has changed slightly from last year - they have updated...

Posted to Climbers Shop Official Blog (Weblog) by tcsh on 03-02-2009

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