Matt Le Voi Successfully Climbs Manaslu – the worlds 8th highest peak
Congratulations to Matt on his successful climb up Manaslu in Nepal, 8,163m
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Socks for hiking in hot conditions
Introducing the latest addition to the EDZ merino wool sock range for hiking in hot conditions – our lightweight merino walking sock. These are a cross between our sports socks, running and trainer and our boot socks. Made using the same gauge as the sports sock giving a lighter weight alternative for customers to a standard …
Paddling the Margins Film
Back in 2022 EDZ were contacted by the adventurer Jack Hampton to supply kit for a 2000km kayaking expedition down the west coast of Canada. ‘A sustainability film-making project- travelling the entire West coast of Canada in traditional skin-on-frame boats; gathering perspectives on the green transition, sustainable living and what climate change has meant for people …
make the most of your carry on baggage allowance
Pack Less, Pack Merino! Lightweight and perfect for Summer adventures and holidays make the most of your carry on baggage allowance As the carry on luggage allowance for budget airlines gets smaller what do you take?  If you change your regular T-shirts, socks and underwear to merino wool you will need half as much stuff. A …
EDZ Merino Boxers On Test in Corfu
EDZ Merino Boxers On Test in Corfu Recently I was invited to become a brand ambassador for @edz_merino who make some absolutely amazing merino thermals which I used constantly on my trip to Iceland in February. I was delighted to accept the invitation as I have no problem reccomending such good gear. The only problem I had …
Buttermere Bash 2024
EDZ were pleased again to support this years Buttermere bash, an annual fundraising event which happens of the shore of Buttermere Lake in the Lake district set amongst the Cumbrian Fells. This year they raised over £17000 for various good causes including the Air Ambulance, Mountain Rescue. The weather was perfect and event featured airial …
Clothing layers for cold conditions Video
Clothing layers for cold conditions on the Mountains – can be applied to any situation. Wool is the best choice for keeping warm, merino underwear, a 200g merino base layer for top and legs, merino midlayer, thick trousers & windproof jacket + over trousers if needed (Jacket and overtrousers may need to be padded if …
Winter on Grasmoor Man & Dog Video
This video was shot on Grassmoor early February when we had a dump of snow on the high fells that only lasted a couple of days.
Grisedale Pike Lake District Video
We shot this great video on Grisedale Pike back in March on a very cool windy day. Click here for EDZ homepage
What to do on a rainy day in the Lake District
If plans are thwarted by the weather here are some suggestions as what to do on a wet and windy day in the Lake District. Maryport is on the Solway coast about half an hours drive from Keswick. A popular destination is the Maryport Aquarium which is stocked with sea life from the Solway as well …