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versatile Kiwi Pro Trousers that
dry super-fast. One of the things
we were grateful for were the
Corey and Miska microfl eeces.
They pack tiny but are very warm,
which makes them great for
layering – plus they’re part made
from recycled plastic bottles.
How important is
conservation to
Craghoppers?
Conservation is central to
everything we do. We’re
constantly striving to reduce our
impact on the environment,
which is why all of our waterproof
garments are made without
using any harmful chemicals. By
the end of the year, we will also
have recycled over 10 million
plastic bottles which are used to
create our microfl eece garments.
What was the highlight
of the trip?
The sheer variety of different
landscapes in Scotland. The
jagged peaks of Knockan Crag,
in the Northwest Highlands, were
great for climbing, while the
turquoise waters of Achmelvich
Bay made us feel like we were in
the Mediterranean. The food also
really surprised us. You don’t
necessarily think of Scotland
as a foodie destination, but every
bite tasted like it had been
caught that morning, from the
lamb at a local pub to the fi sh
at the ocean-side shacks.How does technology
inluence your gear?
Innovation informs our design.
Our NosiLife clothing, for
example, has an unrivalled
anti-insect treatment that offers
outstanding defence against
most biting insects – great for hot
climates but also in places like
Scotland, when the midges are
out. Our winter jackets, on the
other hand, have been carefully
developed to be super effi cient
while keeping weight to
a minimum, with added touches
like insulated ‘hot pockets’
to block out the cold.Give us your top
packing tip
Layers. No matter where you go,
the weather can always change
so it’s best to be prepared for
every environment.What does travel
mean to you?
People often think that travelling
requires you to head to the
furthest-fl ung corners of theworld. But for us, travel is about
adventure – and that can be just
as good in your own backyard.
Our favourite thing at
Craghoppers is just to make the
most of the outdoors: hiking,
camping and spending time in
nature – life’s simple pleasures.Hit the road
(clockwise from this)
The start of the route over
Bealach Na Ba; exploring
Knockan Crag; powerful
Clashnessie Falls; wild
picnics in Scotland’s
green meadowsPROMOTIONAL FEATURE
WINGEAR!
To celebrate Craghoppers’ trip to Scotland and the launch
of their autumn and winter collection, they are o ering one
lucky winner the chance to get their hands on £500 worth
of Craghoppers’ gear. To be in for a chance to win, simply
answer the following question:In what year was
Craghoppers founded?
(a) 1965 (b) 1966 (c) 1967
To enter and for full terms, conditions and data policies, go to wanderlust.
co.uk/competitions or send your answer to the Wanderlust o ice (address p7)
and state ‘more info’ if you want to be contacted by Wanderlust and
Craghoppers. The closing date is 9 October 2019.CompetitionMade for travel
Craghoppers’ origins are
humble: two outdoor
enthusiasts in Batley,
Yorkshire, who decided
to turn their passion for
travel into a bona fi de
business. Over 50 years
later, Craghoppers is a
global technical outdoor
and travel clothing
specialist with
innovation at the heart
of what they do.
Whether you’re climbing
in the mountains of Peru
or road tripping through
the wild side of Scotland,
Craghoppers offers
defence in every
environment, keeping
bugs at bay and
valuables secure.