Outdoorwear

Stay dry whatever the forecast. Shop waterproof ponchos and outdoor layers at Summit. Practical clothing for festivals, family trips and weekends.

Staying dry when the weather turns

British weather rarely gives much notice. The useful stuff is whatever you can keep at the bottom of a bag all summer and pull out in thirty seconds when the sky changes.

Our waterproof ponchos are the simplest answer. They go straight over whatever you are already wearing, including a rucksack, and pack down small enough that there is no reason to leave one behind. At a festival they are far more practical than a coat, because you are not carrying it around once the rain stops.

Our gaiters deal with the other end. They cover the gap between boot and trouser, which is where water, mud and grit get in on wet ground. Most people only discover they want a pair after a walk that ended with soaked socks.

It is a deliberately small range. We make practical kit for camping rather than a full clothing line, so this is the weather protection that goes alongside the rest of your gear rather than a wardrobe.

Worth pairing with a windbreak for exposed pitches, and a hard sided storage box to keep the rest of your kit dry in the boot and on the pitch.

FAQs

Is a poncho better than a waterproof jacket for camping?

For festivals and campsites, often yes. A poncho goes over a rucksack, covers more of you and packs away far smaller than a coat. A jacket is the better choice for walking any distance in wind, because a poncho catches it.

What should you wear camping in British weather?

Layers you can add and remove, and something waterproof you can get to quickly. Evenings get colder than people expect even in July, so pack more than the forecast suggests. Keep a dry set of clothes separate from everything else so there is always something to change into.

How do you keep clothes dry at a campsite?

Keep a spare set in a dry bag or sealed bag rather than loose in a rucksack, and never leave clothing touching the inside of a tent wall, which is where condensation collects. Hang damp things outside on a dry morning rather than leaving them in the tent.

Do waterproofs need reproofing?

Over time, yes. The water repellent finish wears off with use and washing, so water starts soaking into the surface rather than beading off it. That is the sign it needs treating rather than replacing.

Where will your next adventure take you?

Whatever you've got planned; a long weekend under the stars, a festival in a field, or a once-in-a-lifetime expedition; we're here to help you make the most of it.

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