Buy Cheaper, Better Gear
The outdoor gear industry is a retail industry like any other. But there’s a lot of terminology, and more than a few places that won’t give you the best deals. We’ve included some of our favourite options below.
Rent Before You Buy
Stores around Edinburgh will rent out some gear, especially boots, which are the most expensive part of hillwalking kit. We even get club discounts to make that renting even cheaper!
Borrow From Someone Else
Edinburgh is full of generous people, and there are tons of ways to get a pair of boots or a waterproof jacket for a weekend. The club even has its own gear store, where we can lend out gear to those that need it.