Which hiking equipment 'really' frees you to enjoy your outdoor adventure?

A big welcome to the ideal hiking equipment site. Here you will find a simple down to earth guide on all the equipment you will need for successful and comfortable hill walking and mountain hiking. Too many people rely on inadequate or poor quality hiking equipment. This does not just risk an uncomfortable hike but also endangers their health and survival. OOPS we said SURVIVAL. The biggest complaint mountain rescue teams have is that people go out on the hills and mountains without the basic equipment needed for survival. Have a look at our basic checklist!

We aim to show you how to choose the best equipment.

Who are we? We are two walk leaders with 20 years of experience and knowledge between us. Our names are David and John (father and son) and we aim to:

• Make it easy to select your ideal hiking gear
  There is a lot of choice and types of hiking gear and it can be quite overwhelming as to what really helps. The guides on our site aim to tell you all you need to know to select what is right for you.

• Get you up and running with how to use guides - our best tips and techniques
  We want you to enjoy your hikes and get the most from your kit. Our quick and easy how to use guides will walk you through everything from trekking pole technique to navigation.

• Keep it clear and straight-to-the-point.
  
  

The right gear, maps and accessories will help you fully enjoy the whole experience.

So let’s get equipped and prepared, get fit and get out there…

"I found this to be an interesting website, compiled by real walkers and offering good advice for all grades of walker; the information clarifies and supplements what you need to know before heading into the hills or mountains."
Visitor feedback from Ron