Some people might find the colder weather and shorter days a nuisance, but here at SportPursuit we’re excited for winter: cosy down jackets, new night-time training, and upcoming adventures to the mountains. Get Fit To Ski We’ve teamed up Snowsport England and Great Britain’s number one skier Dave Ryding, with the help of David Lloyd Clubs, to help…
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Blackbox Adventures: Behind the Scenes of our weekend with Steve McClure
Imagine the scene… you’re out for a weekend climbing, discovering new routes on the crags at Stanage Edge. The sun is shining, you’re hanging out with good friends, and your climbing is going really well. Now throw in a bunch of great Marmot kit for you to test (along with shoes and equipment from Edelrid…
The Kit List: October 2019
Autumn in SportPursuit HQ is a busy time preparing for a busy winter and the distant jingling of Christmas bells… we’ll try not to mention it too soon! Here are our highlights of the month. Buy One, Get One Free Five Trees! We’re thrilled to be working with some amazing partners like Size of Wales…
National GetOutside Day 2019
Across the country, there are almost 20 million people who want to get outside, but for whatever reason don’t. On Sunday 29th September, let’s come together to change this and celebrate National GetOutside Day! This is the chance for everyone to get involved and get outside, making the most of all of the amazing benefits…
Our tree planting partners – Size of Wales
In order to help protect the outdoor environments we cherish so much, we have been supporting tree planting projects worldwide. So far we have planted over 260,000 trees – check our progress on the Sustainability at SportPursuit page. We want to support and learn from the people who are on the front line tackling climate…
The Kit List: September 2019
A distinct chill in the air and slowly changing colours on the trees – summer is officially on the way out. Hanging out with Steve McClure He is one of the most acclaimed rock climbers in the world, a four-time British Lead Champion, and a Marmot sponsored athlete. Steve McClure joined SportPursuit customers for a…
How planting trees can help tackle climate change
We all know climate change is real, and it has been caused by human activity. The natural playgrounds we know and love are under threat, from mountains to oceans and everywhere else; the question is, what can we do about it? We’ve been learning from organisations like Protect Our Winters how we can take action…
Commute in style with Vulpine
August 8th 2019 is Cycle to Work day in the UK. A chance to celebrate the joy of the bicycle as a means of transport. A day to appreciate the beauty and simplicity of our bikes. And, for many of us, the same commute we love and hate every day! Our friends over at Vulpine…
Time to Fly with Hoka One One
Team #MyPursuit have had a big summer. Our group of everyday athletes from SportPursuit HQ have taken on new challenges, pushed themselves further than before, and generally made the most of the awesome events out there. The one thing that was with us every step of the way, from early morning training sessions to crossing…
The Kit List: August 2019
High temperatures and high drama combined in July for some spectacular sporting moments. Here’s what the month ahead has in store as the summer continues to fly by. Take on the Tour The infamous mountain stages of the Tour de France delivered drama and excitement as usual with Team Ineos’ Egan Bernal breaking through the…
Win a ski holiday and UNTRAKT ski kit with SkiWeekends
The sun might be shining but the mountains are never far from our minds. Winter sports specialists SkiWeekends have just released their summer magazine to get you inspired for your next trip, and it’s full of great ideas. Why not give it a read on your summer holidays – relaxing on a beach in the…
Marmot + SportPursuit Climbing Camp-Out with Steve McClure
Sorry, looks like you missed out on the event this time round. Check out our story of the weekend and keep an eye out for future events for the SportPursuit community! Originally posted 22nd July 2019. Escape to the rugged Peak District with Marmot and SportPursuit and experience an adventure like no other. Teaming up…
Snowdonia Trail Marathon Race Report
More than 2200 runners from all across the UK arrived in Llanberis on Sunday 14th July for the annual world famous On Snowdonia Trail Marathon, and amongst them was a keen #MyPursuit team from SportPursuit HQ. We had all travelled up from London for the original and best Snowdonia Trail Marathon with expectations of stunning…
Introducing the 401 USA 2020 Challenge
Earlier in the summer, SportPursuit HQ hosted runner and mental health campaigner Ben Smith to talk about his experiences overcoming personal difficulties with sport. Ben spoke passionately about how running took him from a very vulnerable and unhappy time in his life and helped him build confidence, gave him support and community, and helped him…
5 Tour de France podcasts to keep you up to speed
Know your peloton from your polka-dots, your time trial from your Tourmalet? The 2021 Tour de France kicks off on Saturday 26th June and all the cyclists at SportPursuit HQ are very excited to see who comes out wearing the yellow jersey. Every year brings fresh drama and the 2021 edition of Le Tour is…
The Kit List: July 2019
As warm weather sweeps the UK we’re getting excited for a massive month of sport, as well as our own training and events to make the most of summer! Here’s what’s new in our world: Break out the strawberries and cream… That’s right, Wimbledon is here! Whether you’re a diehard tennis fan or just tuning…
Our Planet – Behind The Lens
This is a guest feature from Protect Our Winters UK, a charity aimed at educating and empowering outdoors enthusiasts to take action against climate change. Join POW UK. Ryan Atkinson, a wildlife cameraman, shares his unique perspective from behind the lens of Netflix’s Our Planet series. “Today we have become the greatest threat to the…
Introducing Neilson Active Holidays: relax as hard as you like
We’ve teamed up with Neilson Holidays to give you tips and advice on finding the perfect active holiday and enjoying new adventures. Neilson’s passion for lifestyle sports over the last 40 years has driven them to create an exciting range of summer and winter holidays for people who find the best way to relax is…
#ZeroExcuses: 5 excuses that stop you training and how to beat them
We’ve all got that voice in the back of our mind. It pops up every time your alarm goes off in the morning, or just before you pull on your running shoes. We’ve all got excuses that will try and get in the way. #ZeroExcuses is all about beating those doubts – having a goal…
Green Outdoors Magazine: Leaving Less Trace
If, like us, you love the outdoors, escaping to nature, and enjoying all the awesome pursuits it has to offer, then we think you will also love Green Outdoors. The magazine brings together the latest green news for outdoors enthusiasts, how to travel and purchase gear with sustainability in mind, as well as profiles and…
SportPursuit Slateman Triathlon 2019 Race Report
We are proud to be supporting Always Aim High Events and their incredible season of endurance events. The weekend 18th/19th May saw over 1,000 triathletes taking part in the SportPursuit Slateman Triathlon & Duathlon. With the addition of the “Legend” Middle Distance Triathlon, this year’s event has been tougher than ever before, and there were…
Team #MyPursuit May Update
It’s been a busy month in SportPursuit HQ as the summer ramps up and our big #MyPursuit goals get closer. Read on for the latest updates from the team! Will (Marketing) #MyPursuit goal: the Legend distance at Slateman Triathlon. Finally made it to race day with some good quality training at the start of May…
Team #MyPursuit – April Update
With the worst of Winter behind us Team #MyPursuit have been pushing on with their goals for 2019, making the most of longer hours of daylight and warmer Spring training! Read on to hear what we’ve been up to and what’s ahead – a month of marathons, testing new kit, and trying to avoid injuries!…
Always Aim High Events 2019
You may have heard the exciting news that we are partnering with Always Aim High Events and their amazing series of UK endurance events. From mile to marathon, trail run to triathlon, they produce amazing races and fun occasions in some of the most stunning scenery in the UK. And with a range of distances…