If you’re new to recreational walking, you’re probably wondering what you need in the way of clothing or equipment. The answer is, not a lot really! You don’t need expensive designer kit for Stumbling, just the basics.
Here we give you a Stumblers-eye view of what you should consider, in descending order of importance. Click an image to find out more:
Quality counts
The old adage ‘buy cheap; buy twice’ is nowhere more true than for walking gear. Bitter experience has shown that cheap kit is always a waste of money. Good kit may cost a bit more, but it will do the job properly and last a long time. Buy from a proper outdoor shop, not an outlet store, unless you’re really savvy about what brands to look for.
Essential
Desirable
Nice to have
