Outdoor Gear Chat

82: Robbie Phillips @KMF 2025

Get in touch!Ever wondered how one of the hardest climbers in the UK chooses his rock boots?Cathy & Wayne catch up with Scarpa Athlete, professional climber, coach, You Tuber and Speaker Robbie Phillips delving into key rock boot fitting tips for all types of climbing. Through his career, Robbie has moved from comp climbing for Team GB through all disciplines including bouldering, sport climbing, trad climbing, winter climbing, and big walling. His lust for adventure and travel has taken him across the globe where he has climbed pretty much every type of rock type in every style.If you want rock boot advice from the modern master then this episode is for you!Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Community Action NepalThe Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UKThe Joe Brown Outdoor AcademyJoe Brown Outdoor AcademyMore about Robbie PhillipsIf you found this interesting then don't forget to download our earlier episodes:Episode 66: Kit Lists for Alpine Climbing with BMG Tom RipleyEpisode 44: Helmets with Neil Gresham and Emma PowellEpisode 37: Ropes with EdelridEpisode 28: Mountain Boots with ScarpaEpisode 20: Carabiners with Chris Rowlands, DMMEpisode 9: Rock boots - Trust The RubberEpisode 7: Choosing a Trad Climbing Rack with BMG Libby Peter

81: Caitlin Connor @KMF 2025

Get in touch!Cathy and Wayne chat with Scottish Climber, Mountaineer and Dry Tooler Caitlin Connor.Sponsored by Rab, Caitlin describes the gear and training she uses in this niche sport to compete on the World stage. Starting out as an indoor competition climber Caitlin transitioned into the outdoor arena enjoying both summer trad climbing and winter mountaineering. Now, she's a member of the GB climbing team and has her eye firmly set on the 2030 Winter Olympics. If you want to learn what's involved in getting there - listen in and brace yourself!Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Community Action NepalThe Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UKThe Joe Brown Outdoor AcademyJoe Brown Outdoor AcademyMore about Caitlin ConnorIf you found this interesting then don't forget to download our earlier episodes:Episode 50: Balance with Rab @ KMF 2024Episode 44: Helmets with Neil Gresham and Emma PowellEpisode 28: Mountain Boots with ScarpaEpisode 15: Ice Axes with BMG Adrian Nelhams

80: Jesse Dufton @KMF2025

Get in touch!Cathy and Wayne chat with Climber Jesse Dufton who offers a fascinating insight into rock climbing without sight.The first blind person to climb the Old Man of Hoy, Montane sponsored athlete Jesse describes how his wife describes the rock in front of him which he then interprets with his fingers to place gear and build belays. Listen to how their unique relationship has lead to new routes and climbing all over the world.Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Community Action NepalThe Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UKThe Joe Brown Outdoor AcademyJoe Brown Outdoor AcademyMore about Jesse DuftonIf you found this interesting then don't forget to download our earlier episodes:Episode 44: Helmets with Neil Gresham and Emma PowellEpisode 37: Ropes with Alex Smurthwaite, EdelridEpisode 31: Adaptive Outdoor Kit with Paul PritchardEpisode 20: Carabiners with Chris Rowlands, DMMEpisode 9: Rock boots - Trust The RubberEpisode 7: Trad Climbing Gear with BMG Libby Peter

79: Hannah Mitchell & Sam Jagger @KMF 2025

Get in touch!Going through a rough time? Find a mate and take yourselves off to climb a 4000m peak in Tajikistan! That's exactly what Hannah Mitchell and Sam Jagger did earlier this year and they tell Cathy & Wayne all about it in this laughter packed episode.Supported by Deuter, Hannah and Sam trekked un-supported before tackling their mountain and share how their rucksacks went with them every step of the way through joy, tears and friendship.Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Community Action NepalThe Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UKThe Joe Brown Outdoor AcademyJoe Brown Outdoor AcademyIf you found this interesting then don't forget to download our earlier episodes:Episode 71: Remote expeditions with Mick FowlerEpisode 60: Deuter Athlete Tamara LungerEpisode 26: Kit Lists for Expeditions with Andy CaveEpisode 10: Rucksacks - What's in Your Pack?

78: Plas Y Brenin @KMF 2025

Get in touch!Cathy and Wayne chat with Climber and Mountaineer Dave Evans about gearing up for Scottish winter mountaineering adventures.Head of Climbing and Mountaineering at Plas Y Brenin, the National Outdoor Centre; Dave knows a thing or two about how to prepare for vertical fun in some of the worlds foulest weather and talks through how the National Centre's long term relationship with one of the countries most established outdoor manufacturer's; Mountain Equipment, creates clothing and equipment offering consistent protection in all conditions. Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Community Action NepalThe Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UKThe Joe Brown Outdoor AcademyJoe Brown Outdoor AcademyPlas Y Brenin - Book A CourseIf you found this interesting then don't forget to download our earlier episodes:Episode 52: Gloves with Mountain Equipment @KMF 2024Episode 50: Everest Fast & Light with Tom LivingstoneEpisode 48: New Waterproof Fabrics - What You Need To Know Part 2Episode 41: How To Keep Warm with Dr Down Matt Fuller