Walking Post podcast 21: Walking smart in the heat and choosing a headlamp

This week, we’re talking about what you should be looking for in a headlamp and, considering many locations are experiencing higher temperatures, we have a conversation about walking (or not walking) in the heat.Interview times: 03:44 Fenix 26:16 Adventure 360360 Adventures – dealing with heatRecently, the term coolcations has been a common one, as people look to avoid hot climates for holidays, especially if it involves walking or other strenuous activity.There have also been some high-profile rescues in hot climates as people ignore closed trails and find themselves getting into trouble.One company that deals with activity in a hot climate is 360 Adventures, which is located in Arizona.The company takes the worry out of adventure vacations by providing travellers with the expert guides and equipment needed to experience Arizona's wilderness through a variety of activities from hiking to cycling, canyoneering to rock climbing and much more.We had a conversation with 360 Adventures’ owner, Bruce Leadbetter, to talk about what the company does, how to walk safely, how to spot signs of trouble, alternatives to walking in the heat, and much more. While Bruce is based in Arizona, his advice applies pretty much anywhere!Fenixlight UKWhile it might not be the time of year people think about headlamps and torches, the long dark nights are approaching.If you’ve never bought a headlight, or have an old one, you may be surprised at their evolution. For walkers, a headlight has a multitude of uses, from being able to see far ahead, and around, to being seen by approaching vehicles if you’re walking on a road.Fenix has a wide variety of solutions, from sturdy, waterproof torches so powerful it seems like they could work at a football game if the floodlights fail, through to versatile and lightweight rechargeable headlights. Jamie Bowen is the marketing officer at Fenixlight UK, and in our conversation he provides practical and useful information on what you should be looking for in a torch or a headlamp, what recent developments there have been in the field, and gives some advice on what headlamps and torches can do in the 2020s. You may be surprised!To get in touch with the podcast with comments, guest ideas, or for advertising/sponsorship opportunities, email us at [email protected]