Tom Kilpatrick
Former Contributor
Author/Co-Author of 215 articles
A London-born outdoor enthusiast, Tom took the first ticket out of suburban life. What followed was a twelve-year career as an adventure sports guide. This took Tom on cross-Scotland canoe trips, white water adventures in Nepal, sea kayaking in Norwegian fjords, mountain running in the Alps, and many more adventures. Tom is currently living back in the Scottish Highlands, spending as much time as possible exploring the endless rivers and ridgelines that make the country so special to him.
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How to adjust ski bindings in 10 easy steps
With the right steps in place, adjusting your ski bindings at home is straightforward and safe. Here are our key steps for ski binding adjustment.
Explore the winter landscape with our snowshoeing tips
Snowshoeing is a great winter alternative to skiing if you want to explore local trails on foot. These tips will help you to get started or hone your skills.
Winter camping: Everything you need for a safe trip
Stay safe winter camping with proper equipment, knowledge, and a rigorous safe home procedure, so that you can keep heading out under the stars.
Camping in the rain? Here’s how to stay dry and comfortable
Getting into the great outdoors means exposure to the elements. Follow our top tips to avoid getting soaked when camping in the rain.
The best camping hacks for first-time campers
Whether you're heading out under the stars for the first time or convincing your buddies it's the way to live, do it right with our camping hacks.
Dust off your gear, it’s time to hit the trail: The spring hiking tips you need
Embrace the rainy weather and muddy terrain with these springtime hiking tips, as well as what to pack for a fun and successful hike.
These are the essential outdoor knots every outdoorsman should know
Every outdoorsman needs to know how to tie a knot for all occasions. Here are our most important outdoor knots for camping, backpacking, and survival.
Ditch the GPS: How to navigate using a map and compass
No matter how advanced technology is, the age-old map and compass are indispensable. Learn how to use them with our quick and easy guide.
3 lesser-known tips that can save your life on the trail
Make your next hike a safe and enjoyable one with our brief guide on survival tips and hacks, which includes fighting off bears and navigating the wild.
Try these creative ways to use your tarp to stay dry when camping this spring
The tarp is one of the most versatile pieces of outdoor equipment. It's time to get creative and build the perfect tarp shelter for any situation.
How to clean your hydro flask for tang-free hydration
Using your Hydro Flask daily can take a toll on its cleanliness and condition. Here's a guide on how to clean your Hydro Flask properly so it'll last for years.
How to survive a bear attack: Brown, black, and polar bears
Bear attacks are uncommon, but knowing what to do in the event of one is part of being a skilled outdoorsman in the backcountry.
Hydrate safely with the best portable water filters
A durable, compact, simple, and reliable water filter is indispensable. There are plenty of great ones on the market today, and we’ve rounded up the best.
Are you a park rat, powder hound, or all mountain ripper? We have a ski for you
Whether you're still honing your turns, carving on groomers, finding powder, or hitting the park, find your perfect ski for this winter.
Wineries, golf courses, museums, and more: Here are 12 of the best campground alternatives for RVs
Take a break from campsites and spend the night somewhere unique with some of the best RV campground alternatives out there.
How to safely remove a leech (or avoid them altogether)
Leeches love to latch onto a passing hiker, so learn what to do to avoid becoming a host, and how to remove a leech if you do get sucked.
Up your hydration game with one of the best insulated water bottles from CamelBak, Yeti, and more
Whether you're hiking, backpacking, heading to the gym, or just in the office, stay hydrated with these insulated water bottles.
This is the North Face jacket I’d buy this winter (if I had to pick just one)
The North Face has plenty of great jackets and outerwear for winter — this is the best.
Snowboards gift guide: Burton, Arbor, CAPiTA, and more for every skill level
Whether you're buying for the snowboarder in your life or creating your own list, our guide has all the best stuff — we guarantee
New Helly Hansen Odin Collection leans into feedback from ski patrol teams for all-conditions protection
Helly Hansen's new Odin Collection leans into search and rescue team feedback for all-weather, any-condition protection
New to snow sports? We have one clever trick to decide if skiing or snowboarding is right for you
Not sure if you want to try skiing or snowboarding? Our clever trick will help you decide
Snowboard types, explained: All Mountain, freeride, freestyle, park, powder, and touring/splitboard
Snowboard shopping can be confusing, but fear not! We explain all the types of boards so you can make the right decision
The snowboarding trends we’re looking for in 2023-2024
These are the snowboarding trends we're looking for this year from brands and riders
The story behind that viral, terrifying ski lift malfunction video you’ll see posted across social media all winter long
You'll see it posted all winter long: A video of people being tossed off a malfunctioning ski lift. This is what happened.
NOAA has released its winter weather outlook, and it’s good news for ski and snowboard season in these regions
Ski and snowboard weather was all over the place last year. This is what NOAA predicts we're in for this season.
SMITH, Oyuki collab for the coolest new snowboarding gear of 2024 (so far)
SMITH and Oyuki have collaborated on what might be the coolest snowboarding gear we've seen for 2024 - at least so far
This service delivers premium ski and snowboard rental equipment to top-tier resorts across the U.S.
Renting ski and snowboarding equipment might be a lot better with Ski Butlers, which delivers premium products right to the resort you're at.
Burton Snowboards finally has a wool base-layer thanks to collab with ODLO – but you won’t find it in stores
The new Burton Slokar line is its first wool base layer, created in collaboration with ODLO
How snowboard boots should fit when you buy them
Buying a new pair of snowboard boots? This is how they should fit
This popular East Coast ski resort almost didn’t open for the 2023/2024 season
Black Mountain is one of the most popular ski and snowboard spots on the east coast, and was really close to not opening this year. Here's what happened.
AI created the absolute worst snowboarding video of all time, and it’s must-watch cringe
It's official: This is the worst snowboarding video ever. Don't even argue it. It's this one. It's terrible.
This may be the first snowboarding video ever made, and it’s as weird and retro as you expect
Snowboarding has been around a long time, and this could be the very first video of the sport ever made
You might be wearing your ski gloves and snowboard gloves (or snowboard mittens!) all wrong – what you need to know
There's a good chance you don't know this one interesting fact about your ski gloves or snowboard gloves (or mittens) - and you might be wearing them wrong
Get hyped for snowboarding – the full CAPiTA snowboards lineup for 2023-2024 has dropped
CAPiTA snowboards are some of the hottest boards on Earth, and its 2023-2024 lineup looks incredible.
Climate change has made some ski resorts in Europe close down entirely
With climate change threatening the ski season, some resorts in Europe are facing up to the reality of closing their doors and dismantling their lifts.
Going camping? You should take Irish Spring Soap with you, and there’s a really good (and weird) reason why
Next time you go camping, you should take Irish Spring soap with you. Here's why.
Mips ski helmet and snowboard helmet protection is now being developed virtually to reduce environmental impact
Mips, some of the best protection you can get in a ski helmet or snowboard helmet, is starting to develop its tech virtually
Epic ski pass, IKON ski pass, and more: The best ski and snowboard passes for 2023-2024
Plan on a lot of ski or snowboarding trips this winter? Even if you're a local, going often means more fun, and these are the best season passes for 2023-2024
Cost to climb Mount Everest is skyrocketing because people keep dying
As the death toll rises on Mount Everest, officials plan to increase cost significantly.
New limited edition everyday carry knife from The James Brand might be the splurge purchase you’ve been waiting for
Looking for a new everyday carry knife that stands out? The James Brand has you covered
Epic Pass, the world’s best ski and snowboard season pass with access to over 80 resorts (including Vail), to raise prices
Epic Pass, which grants access to over 80 resorts (including Vail), will raise prices on September 4
Hiking poles 101: All the different kinds — and our top picks
When searching for the best trekking poles, this is what you need to know.
This is the strongest indication yet that we should have another incredible ski and snowboard season in ’23-’24
Looking forward to skiing or snowboarding this winter? The Farmers' Almanac says it's going to be very cold
Yellowstone river mountain whitefish should not be eaten, but rainbow trout are fine, authorities say: Here’s why
Yellowstone river train derailment has contaminated some fish species, but rainbow trout are fine.