EDZ Factory shop

EDZ Maryport Factory shop is closing

We are relocating the warehouse so sadly are moving out of our base in Maryport where we have been for the last 20 years, consequently our factory shop will also close. This does not effect our online sales and we will contintue to provide the same level of service and support for our customers. The …

Best T-shirts for hot weather?

Best T-shirts for hot weather? Wool of course!  Although it seems counterintuitive, wool performs brilliantly in hot conditions, wicking away sweat, drying quickly and staying odour free. With inbuilt climate and odour control a merino T-shirt can be worn for a week without needing to be washed making them ideal for travelling light.  Wool doesn’t …

EDZ factory shop

EDZ is 30 years Old – a brief history

EDZ is 30 years old A brief history; The company was started in 1995 by James after being made redundant from the construction industry.  Initially called ‘Mountain Fox’ the name was soon changed to EDZ as there were too many similar sounding brands. EDZ came about as a name for headwear ie ‘eads. These are …

EDZ Summer Merino Walking Boot socks

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 …

Buttermere Bash hot air balloon

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 …

lakeland festival if light catbells

Lakeland Festival Of Light 2024

EDZ are pleased to continure supporting the Lakeland Festival of Light. What is it?  A mass gathering of walkers with head torches on Catbells on Derwentwater, Keswick in the Lake district in aid of the Michelle Jurd Trust. For more information https://www.facebook.com Dhttps://www.lakelandmountainguides.co.uk/the-lakeland-festival-of-light Please note that due to high winds the event was postponed. Check …

Paddling the Margins

And the challenge is well underway. The Paddling the Margins team have set off on their expedition – a sea kayaking and film making project through the Pacific Northwest region in search of lessons in sustainable living. The journey promises to be a tough one, with harsh conditions along the way. Our Merino kit is …

M2M Atlantic Four Rowers – track their progress

The crew of four set off in December from Portugal heading for French Guiana for a 3800 mile trip all kitted out with our EDZ merino; base-layers, mid-layers, boxers, beanie hats and neck warmers. For more info visit their website   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by M2M Atlantic Four (@m2matlanticfour)