Lifestyle Travel by Craigdon Mountain Sports

Whatever your plans this summer, imagine feeling good about what you buy for your travel or leisure activities not just because it looks great, but because it helps educate children, is a sustainable choice, uses technology to provide great benefits or just feels really comfortable. Visit our shops or website and you’ll find that as well as a wide range of clothing and equipment for mountain sports we sell versatile, casual clothing, footwear and luggage that can work on any occasion.

Here are some of Craigdon’s favourites from our current lifestyle and travel clothing and equipment range that we think deserve their place in your summer adventures.

We’re loving Sherpa stripes

Sherpa describe themselves as a modern brand with ancient wisdom. The brand is committed to using their business to make a better world and improve the lives of others. Through their Sherpa Adventure Gear Fund they support the education and empowerment of children in Nepal. In addition to this Sherpa just happen to offer a great clothing selection for women, combining practicality and femininity.

We love the Kira T-shirt – a super soft, stretchy feminine top with a luxurious feel. The Preeti Jacket (pictured centre) is a comfortable summer travel jacket with some great travel features like Polygiene technology to inhibit the growth of odour carrying microorganisms and an invisible security pocket. Preeti is a common first name for a woman in Nepal – it means love.

Marmot – a lasting and sustainable choice

For a quality and sustainable choice we love Marmot. Marmot are a brand that are committed to sustainability. They hold a core belief that building a quality and lasting product is the best way to reduce the overall impact on the environment.

The Marmot Avery Capri Trousers are not only comfortable, quick drying, wicking and durable they look great on too and get a 5 star rating from Marmot customers. Manufactured using a bluesign approved fabric you can be assured that the product meets stringent environmentally friendly and safe production standards.

Rab Kinetic – strangely waterproof

Traditionally a soft shell jacket would be comfortable, windproof and resistant to a spot of rain but couldn’t be described as waterproof. So we are excited about the Rab Kinetic Plus Jacket.

The Kinetic Plus jacket is a super lightweight, waterproof, breathable stretch softshell with high levels of weather resistance. The fabric uses Rab’s Proflex™ fabric technology which has maximum built-in stretch, to allow incredible freedom of movement, comfort and softness. If you want to travel light but be prepared for changeable weather conditions, the Kinetic Plus Jacket is ideal.

Weirdfish – inspired by a love of that forever weekend feeling

Famous for great quality, unique fabrics and a pre-grooved look, the latest range of Weird Fish relaxed and easy-going clothes is designed so you can wear the weekend every day. We especially love the Paw Paw Print Jersey T-Shirt and the Sachi Printed Tunic.

Noselife – Why you should choose bug proof clothing

The world first and only permanent insect repellent clothing range has been developed by Craghoppers. The Nosilife insect repellent treatment helps protect you from biting insects and is permanently woven into the garment fabric so won’t wash away or fade. With anti-mosquito clothing battling against bugs, you can rest assured that the days of relying solely on bug spray are behind you.

From bug proof trousers, shorts, leggings, shirts, t-shirts, hats and more you can stay prepared for warmer temperatures when pesky critters make an appearance.

Craigdon stocks a varied range of Nosilife clothing for men and women including casual tops and hoodies, safari shirts, walking trousers and hats. A customer and shop favourite, for its sheer versatility and travel features is the Womens Nosilife Pro Convertible Trousers.

The Nosilife Pro Convertible Trousers are the ultimate travel trouser. Not only do they provide protection against biting insects they feature;
• A hardwearing and flexible fabric for an active fit
• Zip off lower legs
• Zipped security pockets including an RIDF bank card pocket
• Sunglasses wipe
• Sun protective fabric UPF50+
• Anti bacterial treatment so stay fresher for longer

Keen on comfort

Sore and tired feet can at the very least put a damper on a day out. The foot is made up of 33 joints, 107 ligaments, 19 muscles and tendons and 26 bones, so there’s a lot that can go wrong if we don’t treat them right and undoubtedly our feet are worth looking after. If you are on your feet all day in warmer weather a good quality summer shoe or sandal will protect and support your feet providing stability and cushioning.

We love the women’s specific fit, support and comfort of the Keen Whisper and Rose Leather sandals and the Merrell Siren Edge trail shoe.

Craigdon are known for their expertise in choosing the right footwear to keep your feet in great shape so, if your feet are in need of a treat this summer, visit your local stores and speak to Craigdon’s expert boot fitters.

Osprey Daylite Backpack – perfect for daily adventures

A lightweight and versatile companion, the Daylite lives up to its name. Designed with key features like a ventilated mesh backpanel and a removable webbing hipbelt to enhance the users comfort it also has;
• an internal sleeve which helps keep your belongings organised
• hydration sleeve, which can hold a compatible drinks reservoir
• twin side mesh pockets and quick release side compression straps
• zipped outside access to a secure front pocket including a key clip

The Daylite is a popular choice, a modern classic in a compact package.

And don’t forget your essential travel companions

Keep life moving with a Hydro Flask drinks bottle.
• TempShieldTM insulation eliminates condensation and keeps beverages cold up to 24 hours and hot up to 12 hours.
• The bottle stashes easily into a small shoulder bag, a pack’s side pocket, or your car cup holder, and holds enough ice cold goodness to keep you going for hours without weighing you down.

The Lifeventure blue SoftFibre Travel Towel is super soft and lightweight. It absorbs 9 times its own weight in water and dries 8 times faster than a conventional towel. It also comes with a handy compact carry case. The towel is an ideal travel companion, no matter how far your adventure takes you.

And last but not least Smidge – the UK’s no 1 midge repellent unless you want to dance the midgie fidget! Perfect for travels to the west coast of Scotland!

The Craigdon team are on hand 7 days a week to give you advice wherever your adventures may be taking you this summer.
You can view our full range in store or online at;
• 61-65 High Street, Inverurie
• 5 St Andrews Street, Aberdeen
• http://www.themountainedge.com