In 1973, Bo Hilleberg and his wife Renate introduced the first Hilleberg tent. Today, Hilleberg has over 60 employees and nearly 40 different tent models, but it is still proudly a small family company, with a dedicated hands-on style using a unique blend of old school craftsmanship and technical innovation.
Hanwag
Hanwag, based in the Bavarian town of Vierkirchen at the foot of the Alps, has been producing high-quality outdoor mountain and trekking boots for more than 90 years. Founded in 1921 by Hans Wagner, the company is steeped in heritage and continues to combine highly prized, traditional construction methods with up-to-the-minute innovations and advanced components.
AKU
AKU boots are designed for people that live, work and spend time in the outdoors. Since the start, the mountain environment and its cultural values have been the main inspiration for AKU. When it comes to product, AKU has a strong environmental ethos. The brand is committed to finding design and production solutions that have a reduced environmental impact, while keeping the quality and technical functions of the product intact.
What to check before you head out
Glenmore Lodge instructor Giles Trussell offers some advice on the websites and other resources to check before heading onto the hill.
Fjällräven
Every Fjӓllrӓven product is characterised by their functional, durable and timeless designs and the company is best known for its durable and adaptable G-1000® fabric. A hardwearing blend of polyester and cotton, the fabric is incredibly practical for life outdoors and can even be adapted to suit the conditions with Fjӓllrӓven’s natural Greenland Wax.
Choosing a set of crampons
Glenmore Lodge instructor Derek Bain offers some top tips for choosing the right crampons for the job.
Choosing an ice axe
Glenmore Lodge instructor Giles Trussell offers some top tips for choosing the ice axe that is right for you and for your activity.
Primus
Primus’ commitment to ‘made in Europe’ continues to be key and to date Primus remains the only stove manufacturer who still produces its stoves in Europe. Only high quality materials are selected for the range of award-winning multi-fuel, gas and camping stoves, quality pots, pans, vacuum bottles, lanterns and accessories within the Primus portfolio.
Choosing winter boots
Glenmore Lodge instructor Giles Trussell offers some advice on how to choose the winter boots that are right for you and your chosen activity.
Winter clothing layering system
Glenmore Lodge instructor Giles Trussell offers some advice on what to wear and how to manage your clothing layering system for winter.