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From what to pack, or how much money to bring on your trek...


Expedition Sun Protection
What measures can you take whilst on expedition to keep yourself protected from the sun?
lakeldmtnguides
Aug 15 min read


Mera Peak Kit List
Mera Peak Kit List
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Jul 155 min read


Manaslu Circuit Kit List
Manaslu Circuit Kit Requirements
lakeldmtnguides
Jul 154 min read


Mount Toubkal Kit List (Winter)
What kit do you need for a hike up Mount Toubkal in Winter
lakeldmtnguides
Jul 105 min read


Mount Toubkal Kit List (Summer)
What kit do you need for a hike up Kilimanjaro?
lakeldmtnguides
Jul 105 min read


Kilimanjaro Kit List
What kit do you need for a hike up Kilimanjaro?
lakeldmtnguides
Jul 95 min read


The Everest Base Camp Kit List
Everest Base Camp Kit Requirements
lakeldmtnguides
Jul 94 min read


The Circles of Influence
I'll often talk to my trekkers about coming into an expedition with an open mind. This really is a skill that is learn across multiple...
lakeldmtnguides
Jun 241 min read


Top 10 Preparation Trips for first time Trekkers
It's totally natural to be a bit nervous ahead of your first expedition, but as we know, a little preparation can go a long way! In this...
lakeldmtnguides
Jun 244 min read


Should you be using Trekking Poles?
The stigma that walking / trekking poles are just for people with silver hair, sporting red socks, has long since been removed from the...
lakeldmtnguides
Jun 245 min read


When to start training for your trek or expedition?
You're off on a trip, but you don't know when to start training.
lakeldmtnguides
Jun 235 min read


Fact or Myth - There is less oxygen in the air as you gain altitude
Is there less oxygen at altitude? This is factually untrue, so it's a myth. The level of oxygen in the air always remains at 21%. At...
lakeldmtnguides
Jun 141 min read


Fact or Myth - You're better at acclimatising if you've been through it all before
So, you've been through the motions of acclimatising to a new altitude on a previous trip, does this mean you'll be as good or better the...
lakeldmtnguides
Jun 131 min read


Fact or Myth - Diamox Masks Symptoms of Altitude Sickness
This is a stone hard Myth. Diamox, also called Acetazolmide, is a drug you can take which speeds up the acclimatisation process. When you...
lakeldmtnguides
Jun 131 min read


Fact or Myth - The Everest Base Camp Trail is really busy
How busy is the EBC trail? The answer to this technically isn't a hard and fast 'Fact or Myth', but I think it is a good topic to help...
lakeldmtnguides
Jun 123 min read


Fact or Myth - The fitter you are, the better you acclimatise
Does a higher level of fitness mean you'll acclimatise to altitude better?
lakeldmtnguides
Jun 122 min read


Everest Base Camp vs Kilimanjaro
Everest Base Camp vs Kilimanjaro - Which one for you?
lakeldmtnguides
Mar 194 min read


Taking on Mera Peak, and other 6000m Himalayan Trekking Peaks - Planning & Preparation
Have you got your sights set on climbing a 6000m peak? Here are the steps to help get you best prepared
lakeldmtnguides
Dec 11, 20246 min read


How fit do you need to be to climb Mount Toubkal?
Knowing how fit you need to be to complete a trek or expedition can always be a tough thing to gauge. How fit do you need to be for Toubkal?
lakeldmtnguides
Dec 9, 20244 min read


Let's Talk about Merino
Let's talk about Merino Wool! It's so good, it's: Moisture-wicking: Merino wool draws sweat away from the skin, keeping you dry and...
lakeldmtnguides
Oct 17, 20241 min read
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