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It’s back again… FREE CAMPING VOUCHER WITH EVERY TENT. We’re pleased to announce that for the second season Outdoorgear4u & Harrison Holidays have teamed up again for 2013 & will be offering a free night’s camping in your new tent. To qualify all you need to do is buy a tent online via our website or call into our showroom Tent & Camping display to view & purchase instore 7 days a week.

Great new’s I’m sure you agree ! In fact you can even stay in the Lake District as part of this deal. Wild Rose campsite is uncrowded & unspoilt. Located in the Eden Valley in the heart of the Lake District in Cumbria.

Harrison holidays also have a new addition to thier potfolio this year, Brooklyn Holiday Park is an adult exclusive holiday venue that will suit those couple’s wanting peace & quiet in a beautiful location near the seaside.

For a full list of the parks & sites just visit Harrison Holidays. Once you have your voucher be sure to pre-book & mention your Outdoorgear4u FREE NIGHTS CAMPING voucher.

Our free nights camping scheme is a great oppurtunity for customers to get a feel for thier new tent & accessories. It’s always a good idea to have a practise weekend away before you go on your main camping holiday.

A few of the Harrison sites are really close to our store & tent showroom meaning the offer will really appeal to our local customers but with the Beautiful Eden valley site located in the Lake District it will attract to our online national customers too.

It’s really important to familiarise yourself with your equipment & get an idea how your tent erects & packs away. The free nights camping offer from Outdoorgear4u is just the ticket!

As with everything, terms & conditions will apply but basically customers will get a free night when staying 2 nights or more so best to book yourself in for a weekend of fun. If the tent is purchased online vouchers will be dispatched with the tent & if purchased instore will be given at your point of collection.

For more information please call Outdoorgear4u customer service on 01704-893-477, email enquiries@outdoorgear4u.co.uk, or call in 7 days a week to see us.

www.outdoorgear4u.co.uk & www.harrisonholidays.com

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The best thing to do well before a ski holiday is to have a dress rehersal, do this with plenty of time before your ski holiday. I’ve been skiing for years & make it a fun family tradition, it gets the kids exited for thier snow holiday & let’s you know that everything still fit’s (thankfully my salopettes fit for another year) If not you still have plenty of time before the Christmas rush to visit Outdoorgear4u’s local ski shop.

Every year I go through the ski wear check list to make sure I have the ski essentials needed, so here’s what to wear when skiing or Snowboarding…

1) Ski Jacket

2) Ski Trousers/Salopettes

3) Ski Themals

4) Ski Gloves

5) Ski Hat

6) Ski Socks

7) Ski or Snowboard Helmet

Ski Goggles/Sunglasses

9) Sunscreen & Lip Balm

10) Apres ski/Snow Boots or Walking boots

+ The many desirebles such as, neck warmer, face mask, lift pass holder, liner gloves, & of course Ski’s & Ski boots if you are not hiring from resort.

Keep checking back through the week with updates & information on this top ten ski wear checklist, starting tomorrow with no1: Ski jackets: I’ll let you know what features & benefits to look out for in a ski & snowboard jacket.

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Usually 2 weeks prior to my ski trip I start thinking about packing & although I dont have a laminated list, I like to think I know what to take with me for every eventuality. However, when I get to the top of the hill I without a doubt get hit with that sudden realisation – That I’ve forgotten something really Important!

It might occur at the top of a ski lift, or when I’m getting ready for some serious mulled wine tasting, but every ski trip it happen’s. It’s the moment that you realise you haven’t got it. That completely essential thing. You remembered your ski jacket, you remembered your snow boots, so how on earth did you forget?

But don’t worry, you’re not the only one. Here are the ten most forgotten essentials for a skiing holiday, all in a handy list, so you’ll never them forget again!

1) Ski Gloves

Without gloves, your fingers will fall off. FACT. Okay, maybe not, but they will get very cold and painfull

2) Sun Protection Cream

Back in the UK, using sun cream in midwinter seems like something only the most obsessively sun-wary people would do. But trust me, you will need it at altitude & because sunlight reflects off snow.

3) Ski Socks

Ski socks are completely different to normal socks& if you’ve experienced the ultimate pain of freezing toes and multiple blisters from wearing normal socks in ill-fitting rental ski boots, you would never do it again.

4) First Aid Kit

Goes without saying!

5) Sunglasses &/or Goggles

Sun and snow is a blinding combo & you can also permanently damage your eyesight without adequate eye protection & you will absolutely need goggles if you get caught in a snowstorm.

6) Lip Balm

Having dry, sunburnt, chapped lips is never a good look, so making sure you have a good lip balm with SPF in will keep them ready for any après-ski activities. And no, normal sun cream doesn’t work ‘just as good’ – lips need extra moisture.

7) Water Pouch

Supping a beer or seven in a alpine setting is a wonderful thing but waking up with a hangover isn’t. Staying hydrated is a neccessity A water pouch orhydration system can be fitted easily into your Rucksack, ski jacket or ski trouser pockets.

Thermals

Seen thermal sets for £4.99? Believe me no one can stay warm once it hits -20°C without some decent thermal underwear. Our sets are designed for skiing & use technical materials designed tokeep you comfortable – Stay away from cotton & go for man made fabrics or Merino Wool
It ain’t pretty, but long johns are an essential.

9) Plug Adaptor

One thing we all seem to forget is that other countries have different plugs. So ifyou wantto keep using your phone, camera or ipod you best remember your charger.

10) Insurance

Breaking your leg on a mountainside is never going to be fun, but it’s even less fun when you realise that you now have to pay the hospital several thousand Euros for a plaster cast and a lift in an ambulance.

Have you ever forgotten an item on a skiing holiday? Add to this post & let us know.

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Sterling has strengthened against all European currencies, making prices on- and off-piste cheaper for UK visitors.

The best value destination in the Post Office’s latest annual Ski Resort Report, is Bansko, as sterling buys 7.5% more Bulgarian lev this winter than last.

Meanwhile, those visiting Swiss resorts will be 4.6% better off – an improvement on last year when a plunging pound bought 9.1% fewer Swiss francs than in 2010.

The Ski Resort Report compares the cost of a ski pass, ski boot hire, ski school, a large coffee, small Coke, 50cl glass of wine, 25cl glass of beer and a two course lunch on the slopes.

In a preview of the latest report, which launches at the end of next month, there were identified eight resorts where budget-conscious skiers will get the most for their money this season.

They are: Bansko, where the total cost of the items comes to £264.52; Kranjska Gora, Slovenia (£324.99); Ellmau, Austria (£356.74); Livigno, Italy (£361.85); Soldeu, Andorra (£402.19); Ruka, Finland (£402.63); Morzine, France (£442.98); and Nendaz, Switzerland (£508.91).

‘Seasoned skiers may have their favourite resorts and stick with them whatever the fluctuation in prices, but bargain hunters, especially novice or intermediate skiers, are more likely to look for the cheapest deal. In this case there’s no doubting that Eastern European resorts will be a great bet.

‘However, while skiing is cheapest in Bulgaria and Slovenia, our research shows that there is good value to be found in long-established favourites, Austria and Italy, providing you choose your resort carefully.

‘And skiers heading to Europe have the added bonus of up to 7.5% more currency for their pounds this year due to the strengthening of sterling.’

Choose your best value resort & get even more for your money with one of our ski wear packages, All you need in one easy to buy bundle for a set price, packages include a Ski Jacket, Salopettes, Thermal ski hat, ski gloves & 2 pairs of socks & can be purchased via Outdoorgear4u

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Huge instore discounts! 5th & 6th November only

Were so happy about our new showroom that we have decided to give customers a massive 20% discount on bonfire weekend.
On the 5th & 6th of November customers will get a super saving, free drinks flasks on purchases over £50 & a chance to grab free discount cards for future purchases.
Offers will be strictly on a while stocks last basis & are available instore only, open saturday 9-5pm & Sunday 10-4pm
Dont miss out !
See you there: Andy.

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