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14 ways you can lighten your backpack

There’s no reason to lug a heavy backpack. Lighten your load with these 14 tried and tested weight-saving tactics.

trail runner

How to transition from road to trail running

Learn all you need to know about adapting your technique, pace and conditioning for trail running.

runner ascending Lions Head at night

9 tips for trail running at night

Running at night can be both rewarding and challenging. Here’s what you need to know to make the most of those after dark sessions.

climber leading trad route

How to lead on trad gear

Before you rope up for your first trad lead, you need to know how to place and extend gear. Here’s how it is done.

One climber spots another

Essential spotting techniques for bouldering

Besides lowering the risk of injury, solid spotting skills can give your climbing partners the confidence they need to push their limits

climber falling

How to overcome a fear of falling

Conquering your fear of falling is the most important thing you can do to improve your climbing and have more fun.

hiker wakes up to a sunrise in the Drakensberg

How to sleep comfortably while wild camping

Learn how to get a good night’s sleep out on the trail by making yourself warm and comfortable.

climber cleaning quickdraws off a steep route

Tips and tricks for cleaning quickdraws off steep sport routes

Getting quickdraws off a steep wall isn’t nearly as straight forward as cleaning gear from vertical rock, but there are techniques which can make it easier

climbing lowering off route

How to bail on a sport route

Learn how to bail safely from a sport route when you’ve bitten off more than you can chew.