The Sporting Lodge Journal

Your guide to expert advice and the latest updates in the world of country sports and outdoor activities.

Two hikers with Fjallraven backpacks trekking across a mountainous landscape with a panoramic view of a valley and distant peaks.

Fjällräven: Born and raised in the great outdoors

When it comes to truly authentic outdoor brands there can be few brands credentials as impressive as the Swedish label Fjallraven . Their origins can be traced back to 1950...

Fjällräven: Born and raised in the great outdoors

When it comes to truly authentic outdoor brands there can be few brands credentials as impressive as the Swedish label Fjallraven . Their origins can be traced back to 1950...

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Barbour Jacket Official Label

Why Do Barbour Wax Jackets Remain So Popular?

There can be few things in life that are as hard-wearing or reliable as a Barbour wax jacket . Designed for all manner of healthy outdoor pursuits from bailing hay...

Why Do Barbour Wax Jackets Remain So Popular?

There can be few things in life that are as hard-wearing or reliable as a Barbour wax jacket . Designed for all manner of healthy outdoor pursuits from bailing hay...

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Brady Bags Made in England

Brady Bags - Made in England

The Brady brothers John and Albert started their company in Birmingham in 1887 having begun making leather goods in the 1870s. While they eventually made their name in fishing and...

Brady Bags - Made in England

The Brady brothers John and Albert started their company in Birmingham in 1887 having begun making leather goods in the 1870s. While they eventually made their name in fishing and...

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Filson High Quality Hardwearing Jacket

Filson - A New Introduction

Filson may have been around for several lifetimes, but it’s a new introduction for us here at The Sporting Lodge. Clinton C. Filson spent the early part of his working...

Filson - A New Introduction

Filson may have been around for several lifetimes, but it’s a new introduction for us here at The Sporting Lodge. Clinton C. Filson spent the early part of his working...

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Man Outdoors Wearing Quality Barbour Quilted Jacket

How Has Barbour Built Its Clothing Legacy Since...

Since 1894, Barbour has been a leading name in heritage outdoor clothing, combining practical design with enduring style. Rooted in the traditions of British countrywear, Barbour jackets and garments continue...

How Has Barbour Built Its Clothing Legacy Since...

Since 1894, Barbour has been a leading name in heritage outdoor clothing, combining practical design with enduring style. Rooted in the traditions of British countrywear, Barbour jackets and garments continue...

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Using Greenland Wax to protect G-1000 Fjallraven Clothing

Fjällräven G-1000 Fabric: Durable Outdoor Cloth...

Fjällräven’s Focus on Durable Fabrics Whilst a lot of today’s outdoor clothing use lightweight fabrics as their main selling point, this is not the most important factor when it comes...

Fjällräven G-1000 Fabric: Durable Outdoor Cloth...

Fjällräven’s Focus on Durable Fabrics Whilst a lot of today’s outdoor clothing use lightweight fabrics as their main selling point, this is not the most important factor when it comes...

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Hand Engraved Beretta Shotgun

Beretta Since 1526: Part 2

Having started business during the medieval renaissance in 1526 Beretta has been owned by 15 generations of the same family and is currently in the capable hands of Ugo Gussali...

Beretta Since 1526: Part 2

Having started business during the medieval renaissance in 1526 Beretta has been owned by 15 generations of the same family and is currently in the capable hands of Ugo Gussali...

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Klättermusen - The mouse that’s going places

Klättermusen is an outdoor company located in Jämtland Sweden where bear, moose and brown trout populate the mountains, forest and streams. Translating as ‘climbing mouse’ after a well-known Swedish children’s...

Klättermusen - The mouse that’s going places

Klättermusen is an outdoor company located in Jämtland Sweden where bear, moose and brown trout populate the mountains, forest and streams. Translating as ‘climbing mouse’ after a well-known Swedish children’s...

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Filson Since 1897, Adjustable Hunt Coat

Why Filson Represents the Best in Outdoor Cloth...

Since 1897, Filson has built its reputation on producing rugged, hardwearing outdoor clothing and gear designed for people who work and play in the harshest environments. Rooted in the spirit...

Why Filson Represents the Best in Outdoor Cloth...

Since 1897, Filson has built its reputation on producing rugged, hardwearing outdoor clothing and gear designed for people who work and play in the harshest environments. Rooted in the spirit...

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