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Join Cathy and Wayne as they chat about the pro's (and the con's) of technical outdoor clothing and equipment.Outdoor Gear Chat takes a lighthearted peek inside the wonderful world of fabrics, garments, footwear and equipment helping you to understand some of the science behind how to stay dry, how to stay comfortable and how to choose the best outdoor kit for you.

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Our special guest on this episode is artist and climber Phil Gibson who celebrated 50 years since his first ascent of this iconic climb by creating a unique 90 degree artwork.

Phil has added over 250 crag drawings to over 20 guidebook... more

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Cathy and Wayne are joined by another stellar guest just bursting with stories, energy and a job lot of grit!

You may have come across Stephanie Case when global headlines showed an image of her breast feeding her 6 month old daughter... more

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To celebrate the 60th Anniversaries of both Berghaus and the Joe Brown shops, Cathy chats with Head of Product Innovation Rosie O'Sullivan.

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Joined by an audience of one snoozing Springer Spaniel, Cathy & Wayne chat about adventure kit for dogs with Fell Dog founder Carolyn Harker.

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Recent Guests

Phil Gibson
Climber, artist, guidebook illustrator
Climber, guidebook illustrator
Episode: 94: Iconic Climbs - Cenotaph Corner E1 5c
Stephanie Case
Elite ultra runner
Free to Run Foundation; UN volunteer work
Episode: 93: Elite Ultra Running with Stephanie Case
Rosie O'Sullivan
Head of Product Innovation for Berghaus (Pentland Group)
Berghaus / Pentland Group
Episode: 92: 60 Years of Innovation with Berghaus
Carolyn Harker
Founder of Fell Dog
Fell Dog
Episode: 91: Unleashed! Adventure Kit For Dogs
Emma Twyford
Climber, former Team GB member, and pioneering female route setter
British Climbing community / Team GB (historical)
Episode: 88: JB Big Tick with Emma Twyford
Sir Chris Bonington
Legendary climber and mountaineer
Kendal Mountain Festival
Episode: 87: Kendal Mountain Festival 2025 Roundup
Nigel Pardee
Adventurer with a remarkable story from Denali
Episode: 87: Kendal Mountain Festival 2025 Roundup
Sally Orange
Marathon runner and adventurer
Episode: 87: Kendal Mountain Festival 2025 Roundup
Sam and Hannah
Adventurers who explored Tajikistan
Episode: 87: Kendal Mountain Festival 2025 Roundup

Hosts

Wayne
Co-host of Outdoor Gear Chat with a focus on climbing history, gear, and shop perspectives
Cathy
Co-host of Outdoor Gear Chat specializing in gear discussions, research, and industry insights

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Essential Listening!

    Basically a grown up subject for grown ups, by grown ups! Great selection of subjects, interesting SME’s and couple of really good hosts - what more could you want from a podcast? oh, and no swearing - not that the subject usually engenders this lack of vocabulary but for some reason these days podcasters seem to think it’s necessary to swear to show “smart and edgy” they are, ah well…please keep up up the output, greatly appreciated - love the shops too, some of the best around!

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    Bannman
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Hosts are knowledgeable, approachable, and keep the convo accessible for shop staff and enthusiasts.
Thoughtful, gear-focused, not afraid to call out hype.
In-depth gear discussions with SME guests and practical tests.

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94: Iconic Climbs - Cenotaph Corner E1 5c
Q: Can you describe the origin of the Cenotaph Corner 90-degree artwork and how it became part of the shop display?
Phil recounts the idea genesis at James Turnbull's Outside shop, the decision to wax a print to avoid glazing, and how the display evolved into a celebrated piece connected to the route's history.
94: Iconic Climbs - Cenotaph Corner E1 5c
Q: What insights did your 1994 ascent with modern gear bring compared to the original 1975 climb?
The discussion highlights that, although cams and stronger gear existed, the route's difficulty mostly resided in technique and stamina, with modern gear simply making protection more adaptable.
94: Iconic Climbs - Cenotaph Corner E1 5c
Q: How did Cenotaph Corner influence your approach to climbing gear and protection innovations over the years?
Phil explains that while gear improved dramatically, the fundamental need for precise placement, understanding rock type, and mindset remained central, shaping how climbers chose nuts, slings, and later cams.
92: 60 Years of Innovation with Berghaus
Q: How does Berghaus involve customers in the development process?
They leverage the Mountain House Test Squad to gather feedback from a diverse group of outdoor lovers, using tests ranging from lab to field to road trips.
92: 60 Years of Innovation with Berghaus
Q: How do you define product innovation in your work?
Rosie explains it as solving real people's problems, whether with existing solutions or by inventing new ones, and keeping the consumer at the center of the process.

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