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Salomon X Ultra Alpine Shoes Review
Salomon X Ultra Alpine Shoes Review Ready to conquer rugged trails? The Salomon X Ultra Alpine GTX shoes are built for wild adventures and unpredictable terrain—here’s what you’ll discover in this review. In SHORT… INITIAL IMPRESSIONS Salomon kindly gifted us a pair of the new Salomon X Ultra Alpine GTX shoes. Immediately, I was keen…
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How to Clean a Tent?
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR TENT Wondering how to clean a tent? This simple guide reveals how easy tent care keeps your shelter fresh, waterproof, and ready for every adventure ahead. Updated for 2026: Modern tents use advanced PU and silicone coatings, lighter fabrics and seam-taping technologies that require careful cleaning. We’ve reviewed this guide to…
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Bivvy Camping Guide
So, you’ve heard of regular camping, but how about bivvy camping? In this blog, I’ll provide all the essential information you need to get started with your bivouac.
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Hiking Safety Tips
The UK is blessed with an abundance of beautiful trails and hikes, all of which have something different to offer. Whether you’re a newbie explorer or a seasoned adventurer, there’s something to suit everyone. However, no matter your experience level, it’s imperative to consider your safety when exploring these routes, as the outdoors can be…
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How to Clean Your Sleeping Bag (Down & Synthetic Care Guide for UK Campers)
How to Clean Your Sleeping Bag Curious how to clean your sleeping bag? This easy-to-follow guide helps you maintain insulation performance, freshness, and durability—so your trusty bag stays adventure-ready. In SHORT… So, you’ve just returned from an epic camping trip, and your sleeping bag looks (and maybe smells) a little worse for wear. You might…
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DARN TOUGH SOCKS LIFETIME WARRANTY
DARN TOUGH SOCKS LIFETIME WARRANTY Want socks that last a lifetime? This guide explains Darn Tough’s legendary lifetime warranty and why their merino wool hiking socks are the ultimate gear investment. In SHORT… Trekitt has been stocking Darn Tough socks for over ten years. We have always appreciated and understood that having a pair of…
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How to Choose a Camping Stove
How to Choose a Camping Stove Choosing the right camping stove depends on how you camp, where you camp, and what you want to cook. A lightweight backpacking stove isn’t ideal for campsite cooking, and a powerful group stove isn’t practical for wild camping. The best choice balances fuel type, weight, reliability, cold-weather performance and…
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Fell Foodie x Trekitt On The Hill Recipes
Here at Trekitt HQ, we believe that one of the best things about summer is enjoying mealtimes al-fresco. Whether you’re fuelling-up midway through a bikepacking adventure or wild camping high on the fellside, there aren’t many activities not enhanced by a delicious bit of grub.
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How to Prevent Blisters When Hiking
How to Prevent Blisters When Hiking Heading out on the trail? This guide shares essential blister-prevention tips to keep your feet happy, dry, and ready for hiking adventures. In SHORT… Hiking is a wonderful way to connect with nature, but nothing can ruin an adventure faster than painful blisters. These small but mighty nuisances can…
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Which Hiking Socks Should You Be Using?
Which Hiking Socks Should You Be Using? Wondering which hiking socks belong in your kit? This guide breaks down sock types, materials, and clever features to help you pick comfy, blisters‑free socks for every trail. Updated for 2026 Modern hiking socks now use more advanced fibre blends, combining merino wool, recycled synthetics, and targeted compression…
