The Outpost

Forever Chemicals: The Waterproofing Miracle That Would Not Go Away
Forever Chemicals: The Waterproofing Miracle That Would Not Go Away
PFAS made waterproof clothing remarkably effective—but left a lasting environmental cost. We examine GORE-TEX, ongoing litigation, EU and UK rules, and why the outdoor industry had to change. Read more...
Hiking in Low Cloud: How to Navigate Poor Visibility on the Hills
Hiking in Low Cloud: How to Navigate Poor Visibility on the Hills
When the view disappears, the route changes with it. Here is how to plan ahead, keep track of your position and make better decisions in low cloud on UK hills. Read more...
Halfell Fellguard waterproof jacket showing water beading and wetting out before washing
How to Wash and Reproof a Waterproof Jacket
A waterproof jacket usually performs better after a proper wash, not worse. This guide explains how to remove dirt and body oils safely, restore the durable water-repellent finish and recognise... Read more...
Hiker wearing waterproof clothing in wet conditions on a UK hill
Hiking in the Rain: How to Stay Dry on UK Hills
Rain changes a day on the hill, but it does not have to end it. Here is how to dress, pack and move well enough to stay comfortable when the... Read more...
Hiker using a headtorch while walking on a UK hill after dark
Night Hiking in the UK: What You're Missing After Dark
Most walkers pack up when the light goes. Here's what you're missing after dark, from dark sky reserves to the Perseids peaking this week, and how to do it safely. Read more...
Fellguard Hardshell Jacket
The Fellguard Hardshell, Reviewed: What You're Getting
A detailed Fellguard Hardshell review covering waterproofing, breathability, fit, useful features and the trade-offs to consider before buying. Read more...
Softshell and hardshell jackets compared for UK hillwalking
Softshell vs hardshell: which one do you actually need
Compare softshell and hardshell jackets, including weather protection, breathability and the UK hill conditions where each option works best. Read more...
Waterproof jacket fabric illustrating 2-layer and 3-layer shell construction
3-Layer vs 2-Layer Waterproof Jackets: What's Actually Different (and Which One You Need)
Understand how 2-layer and 3-layer waterproof jackets differ in construction, comfort, durability and the conditions each design suits best. Read more...
Silhouette of a hiker with a backpack and headlamp standing on a hillside overlooking a misty valley at dusk
Being Out: The Mental Health Case for Getting Outdoors
Time outdoors does more than tire your legs. Here's what the research says about nature, mental health, and building more of it into ordinary weeks. Read more...
Close-up of water droplets beading on a durable water repellent treated jacket fabric
What the numbers on a fabric label actually mean
Learn what hydrostatic head, MVTR, denier and GSM mean, and use waterproof-jacket fabric ratings to choose the right protection for UK hills. Read more...
Downhill mountain biker with a race number descending a steep, rocky trail marked off with tape
Fitness Is About Banking the Work
Not every workout needs to be a personal best. Discover why consistent training, manageable effort and simply showing up produce lasting fitness. Read more...
Halfell logo with the beetle emblem and the 'Endure More. Fear Less' tagline on a light background
What is Halfell?
Discover the meaning behind the Halfell name, its beetle emblem and Endure More, Fear Less philosophy—and why the brand keeps its range focused. Read more...
Mountain biker riding a snow-covered trail across open moorland during a snowfall
The Value of Getting Away
Explore how time outdoors creates distance from constant demands, gives the mind room to settle and helps you return with a clearer perspective. Read more...
Silhouette of a hiker wearing a headlamp and backpack at dusk, standing under a full moon with distant city lights below
Endure More, Fear Less
Discover what Halfell’s Endure More, Fear Less philosophy means—and how repeated time outdoors turns uncertainty into experience and confidence. Read more...
Man wearing a Halfell jacket at night with a headlamp lit, close on the embroidered chest logo
How to Layer for the Hills
Learn the three-layer clothing system for UK hiking, including base layers, insulation and waterproof shells, plus when to add or remove each layer. Read more...
A river winding through a heather-covered valley, with hills rising on either side
Every brand starts somewhere. Halfell starts here.
Discover the Forest of Bowland landscape behind Halfell, from its quiet gritstone fells and changeable weather to its protected upland wildlife. Read more...