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Early Season Camping – What Gear Do You Need?
Early season camping can be one of the most rewarding times to spend a night in the hills. The trails are quieter, campsites feel wilder and the landscapes often carry that fresh, just-awakened feel that comes with the change from winter into spring. However, early season conditions in the UK bring their own set of challenges. Cold…
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Best Lightweight Tents for Backpacking
Best Lightweight Tents for Backpacking When you’re heading out into the hills, every gram matters. Whether you’re tackling a multi-day trek through the Lake District, fastpacking across Eryri, or planning a Scottish Highlands adventure, your tent is one of the biggest opportunities to reduce pack weight without sacrificing comfort or protection. At Trekitt, we spend…
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Women’s vs Men’s Sleeping Bags
If you’ve ever browsed sleeping bags online or in a shop, you’ve probably noticed that many models now come in men’s and women’s versions. At first glance, the difference might seem simple; perhaps the women’s version is just a shorter bag or available in different colours. In reality, the differences go much deeper than that.…
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What Sleeping Bag Temperature Rating Do You Really Need in the UK?
“What sleeping bag temperature rating do I need?” is one of the questions we hear most often at Trekitt. And it is surprisingly easy to get wrong. Many people assume a sleeping bag rated to 0°C will keep them comfortable at 0°C. In reality it is rarely that simple. UK weather is damp, changeable and often colder at night than many people expect. Add…
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Best 2-Person Tents for UK Camping in 2026
Key Takeaways There’s a very specific moment every UK camper knows. You’ve just finished pitching. The sky looks “mostly fine.” You make a brew. Then — without warning — the wind shifts, the temperature drops, and the rain starts arriving sideways. Camping in the UK isn’t about perfect forecasts. It’s about being ready for whatever…
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Spring and Summer 2026 Outdoor Gear Refresh
As the days grow longer and plans start to take shape, now is the ideal moment for a Spring Summer 2026 outdoor gear refresh. Before the season fully arrives, take a step back, define your goals, and refine your setup with intention. Here are the key takeaways to guide your strongest season yet: Key Takeaways…
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How to Dry Wet Gear Fast in Cold Conditions
How to dry wet gear fast in cold conditions is an essential winter skill that directly affects warmth, safety, and how well your equipment performs day after day. This guide breaks down the most effective cold-weather drying techniques, helping you manage moisture without damaging insulation or relying on unsafe heat sources. Key Takeaways If there’s…
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How to Keep Your Camping Stove Working in Winter
Cooking and eating in the cold means adapting your winter camp stove setup—because low temperatures cut fuel pressure, steal heat with wind, and make ignition and control fiddly, so small, predictable tweaks are what keep hot meals reliable. KEY TAKEAWAYS Cooking outdoors is always a bit of a balancing act, but winter turns it into…
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How to Reproof or Maintain Winter Outerwear
Caring for winter outerwear and reproofing waterproof jackets isn’t the most exciting job on your winter to-do list, but a little TLC goes a long way in keeping your jacket dry, breathable, and actually enjoyable to wear when the weather turns grim. KEY TAKEAWAYS: 1. Why Winter Outerwear Needs Regular Care Winter Conditions Take a…
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Sleeping Warm: Layering, Liners, and Winter Sleep Systems Explained
There’s a particular kind of cold that only appears at night. The wind drops, the stars come out, and suddenly every weakness in your kit is exposed. If you’ve ever lain awake shivering in a tent, despite owning a supposedly warm sleeping bag, you’ll already know that sleeping well in winter is rarely about one piece of gear. It’s about the sleep system. From…
