THE BREATHING SHIELD
There’s perhaps no item of clothing more universally useful in the outdoors than the humble waterproof jacket. Today, a performance shell that works in the harshest conditions won’t come cheap,… read more
HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR NEXT SLEEPING BAG
Seasons, warmth ratings, insulation type, shape. If you don’t know exactly what you’re looking for, choosing a new sleeping bag can be an overwhelming task. But fear not, we’re here… read more
HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR NEXT BACKPACK
Backsystems, sternum straps, packing volume. What does it all mean? If you don’t know exactly what it is you’re looking for, where do you start when trying to choose your… read more
HOW TO USE DRYBAGS FOR MULTI-DAY ADVENTURE
Packing your kit is fundamental to any adventure preparation but it can be a daunting task if it’s not something you do often. While the substance of your pack is… read more
ESSENTIAL PACKRAFTING KIT GUIDE
There’s a good chance you’ll have noticed by now, we’re big fans of the packraft. Offering ultimate versatility, these humble little inflatable boats are the perfect tool for a river… read more
AN INTRODUCTION TO EXPEDITION MEDICINE
By their own nature, expeditions are risky endeavours. From uneven terrain and altitude to tropical disease and dangerous wildlife, depending on the environment there can be a lot of variables… read more
WIN: ADVENTURE WEEKEND AND BACKPACK BUNDLE FOR TWO
Every good adventure needs to be matched by an equally good backpack, fortunately for you, we’ve teamed up with our friends at BACH backpacks to give away the perfect adventure… read more
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO CHOOSING THE RIGHT JUNGLE BOOTS
If there’s one thing you need to make sure you nail before a jungle expedition, it’s getting the right boots. And if there’s one thing we’ve learned in the years… read more
ESSENTIAL KIT FOR ANY HORSE RIDING EXPEDITION
A general rule it seems is that by categorising almost any product enough, there is justification for a pretty sharp price increase – the more niche the better – see… read more
A CONVERSATION WITH THE BRAINS BEHIND JÖTTNAR’S NEW TECH
Considering the environments in which they’re designed to thrive, it’s hardly a surprise that it’s the outdoor industry stood at the forefront of progression when it comes to technological advances… read more
WIN AN ADVENTURE AND GEAR PACKAGE WORTH £1,000
What’s a better match for an adventure than a fresh new technical get-up? With that in mind, we’re giving away the perfect adventure package worth a combined total of £1000.… read more
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN YOUR NEXT EXPEDITION SHIRT
With significance of each feature to be determined of course by your personal needs and the requirements of the adventure at hand, these are some of the key features which… read more
REVIEW: GREGORY PARAGON 58L
A lightweight 58 litre pack. Complete with an internal daypack, plenty of features designed specifically to enhance versatile fitting and comfort. With a multi-day trip to the Tres Picos State… read more
SLEEPING PAD REVIEW: THERM-A-REST NEOAIR XLITE MAX SV
Therm-a-Rest have long been the frontrunners of the outside sleeping world, a name almost as synonymous with inflatable mats as Hoover is with the vacuum. As you’d expect, they’ve kept… read more
10 THINGS I LEARNED TRAINING AS A JUNGLE GUIDE
Spotting the opportunity for training in the unique challenges of the jungle, in 2018 Secret Compass teamed up to create a specialist course.
REVIEW: THULE ALL-TRAIL 45L
I’ve been told by my partner that I’ve got more backpacks than most girls have handbags, which makes justifying need for another quite tough, but with a three-week trekking expedition… read more
A GUIDE TO MOUNTAIN FOOTWEAR
No item in your kit store is single-handedly more capable of ruining an expedition than unsuitable footwear and few environments demand as much from your feet and thus your boots… read more
IN KIT WE TRUST
These aren’t lightweight campfire gimmicks, this is the tried and tested, dependable kit we put to the test time and again on expeditions and the reasons why we continue to… read more
FIVE OUTDOOR GEAR HACKS
Dialling in your kit is an ever evolving venture, the specifics of which lie largely in the hands of personal preference. That said, for us these items are an essential… read more
HOW TO QUALIFY AS A JUNGLE GUIDE
Looking to break into the industry as an expedition leader? Well, you’re in the right place. Brand new for 2018, we’ve launched a jungle leadership course, taking place in Panama’s… read more
THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO JUNGLE FOOT CARE
from choosing the right boots to techniques for avoiding trench footImmense isolation, off-the-scale humidity, searing heat and an overload of exotic hazards. In no environment is foot care more paramount… read more
BOOTS AND CRAMPONS
Packing the right kit is an essential part of any expedition and using the wrong kit in extreme locations can have sever consequences, putting your safety at risk and jeopardising… read more
DESERT FOOTWEAR GUIDE
Blisters are a fact of life on desert expeditions. Even those who ‘had never had one before’ or say ‘I never get blisters’ get them. The rough ground, hot temperatures… read more
EXPEDITION CLOTHING
In this quick video, Secret Compass’s director Tom Bodkin shows you what you need to take with you on an expedition into the jungle across desert or through savannah-styled terrain.
EXPEDITION RUCKSACKS
Want to buy a new rucksack for your next expedition? In the latest of our expedition kit advice videos, Tom guides you through the different sizes and back systems of… read more
SLEEPING ON EXPEDITIONS
Not sure what to buy on the sleeping bag front for your pending adventures? Expedition expert Tom Bodkin, director of Secret Compass, talks you through the different types of sleeping… read more
EXPEDITION FOOTWEAR
Buying new boots for an expedition? From jungle boots to desert boots and from trekking boots to mountaineering boots, expedition and adventure expert Tom Bodkin (director of Secret Compass) shares… read more