In store — no appointment needed

What We Can Do.

Expert, personal service from people who live and breathe the outdoors. Most of it is completely free.

Services List

Professional Boot Fitting

Get the right fit — not just the right size. Our trained staff will measure your feet, assess your gait, and watch you walk. Then we'll find boots that won't give you blisters.

What's included
Foot measurement, gait analysis, personalised recommendations, multiple brands to try
Duration
30–45 minutes
Cost
Free with any boot purchase

Gear Repairs & Maintenance

Don't throw it away — fix it. Good gear is worth repairing. We work on boots, backpacks, tents, and waterproofs.

Services available
Boot resoling, zip replacements, strap repairs, tent pole fixes, waterproof re-proofing
Turnaround
1–3 weeks depending on repair
Cost
Quoted per job — bring it in for assessment

Backpack Fitting & Load Testing

A badly fitted pack ruins a hike. We'll find the right size, adjust every strap properly, and load it with real weight so you can walk around the shop first.

What we do
Measure torso length, adjust straps and hip belt, load with actual weight, test walk
Duration
20–30 minutes
Cost
Completely free

Free Route Consultations

Planning a hike? Our team walks, climbs and camps in the Lakes every week. Get honest route advice and a gear checklist from people who know the terrain.

What we cover
Route recommendations, difficulty, weather considerations, gear checklist, safety advice
Duration
As long as you need
Cost
Free — just pop in

Equipment Rental

Not ready to buy? Try the kit first. Rent tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, and camping gear — perfect for beginners or testing before committing.

Available to rent
Tents, sleeping bags, backpacks (various sizes), camping stoves, trekking poles
Rental period
Weekend, week, or longer
Cost
From £15/weekend — ask in-store for full pricing

Ready to come in?

No appointment needed for most services. Just walk through the door and ask for whatever you need.

Find us in Keswick