The Sporting Lodge Journal
Your guide to expert advice and the latest updates in the world of country sports and outdoor activities.
Why Is Blaser Hunting Clothing and Equipment Co...
What sets Blaser hunting clothing apart from other brands? Blaser clothing is designed with field performance in mind, combining technical fabrics with ergonomic design. It provides excellent weather protection, silent...
Why Is Blaser Hunting Clothing and Equipment Co...
What sets Blaser hunting clothing apart from other brands? Blaser clothing is designed with field performance in mind, combining technical fabrics with ergonomic design. It provides excellent weather protection, silent...
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Fjällräven Greenland Jackets and Clothing: 50 Y...
Explore Fjällräven’s new “Greenland Updated” collection—modern takes on the classic Greenland line featuring G-1000 Eco fabrics and PFC-free finishes. Expect refreshed colours, refined detailing and versatile pieces ready for today’s...
Fjällräven Greenland Jackets and Clothing: 50 Y...
Explore Fjällräven’s new “Greenland Updated” collection—modern takes on the classic Greenland line featuring G-1000 Eco fabrics and PFC-free finishes. Expect refreshed colours, refined detailing and versatile pieces ready for today’s...
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Beretta Clothing: Italian Design, Practical Fie...
Beretta clothing pairs Italian design with practical features for shooting, travel and country wear. This guide explains the Vintage Years idea, BIS layering, and what to look for in jackets,...
Beretta Clothing: Italian Design, Practical Fie...
Beretta clothing pairs Italian design with practical features for shooting, travel and country wear. This guide explains the Vintage Years idea, BIS layering, and what to look for in jackets,...
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Red Wing Shoes: The Choice of a Generation
Red Wing Shoes: The Choice of a Generation Red Wing boots and shoes have earned their reputation through practical design, consistent shape, and materials selected for long-term wear. What began...
Red Wing Shoes: The Choice of a Generation
Red Wing Shoes: The Choice of a Generation Red Wing boots and shoes have earned their reputation through practical design, consistent shape, and materials selected for long-term wear. What began...
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The Brady Bunch: Fishing & Game Bags
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...
The Brady Bunch: Fishing & Game Bags
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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Fjällräven Kånken Greenland Jackets, Backpacks ...
To celebrate 50 years of the Greenland Jacket, Fjällräven created the Kånken Greenland. Crafted in heavier G-1000 HeavyDuty Eco with PFC-free treatment and striped webbing, it blends classic Kånken form...
Fjällräven Kånken Greenland Jackets, Backpacks ...
To celebrate 50 years of the Greenland Jacket, Fjällräven created the Kånken Greenland. Crafted in heavier G-1000 HeavyDuty Eco with PFC-free treatment and striped webbing, it blends classic Kånken form...
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A Millican Do Attitude
Taking their name from a twentieth century adventurer called Millican (Dalton) this Lake District based brand make incredibly tough and practical rucksacks that are ideal for everyday outdoor life. Their...
A Millican Do Attitude
Taking their name from a twentieth century adventurer called Millican (Dalton) this Lake District based brand make incredibly tough and practical rucksacks that are ideal for everyday outdoor life. Their...
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Why Carhartt Became a Benchmark for Quality Wor...
Why Is Carhartt a Symbol of Quality Workwear and Style? Carhartt is a symbol of quality workwear and style, thanks to its long-standing tradition of producing dependable clothing for tradespeople,...
Why Carhartt Became a Benchmark for Quality Wor...
Why Is Carhartt a Symbol of Quality Workwear and Style? Carhartt is a symbol of quality workwear and style, thanks to its long-standing tradition of producing dependable clothing for tradespeople,...
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Why Are Brady Bags Still Made by Hand in Britain?
The Black Country in the Midlands is the heart of an England that may be slowly disappearing. With much of manufacturing now taking place overseas, Brady retain the values on...
Why Are Brady Bags Still Made by Hand in Britain?
The Black Country in the Midlands is the heart of an England that may be slowly disappearing. With much of manufacturing now taking place overseas, Brady retain the values on...
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Klattermusen Gear: Surviving the Harsh Mountain...
Good friends of the Sporting Lodge and editors of popular menswear publication ‘Proper Magazine’ Mark Smith and Neil Summers recently took off for an expedition up Åreskutan mountain in central...
Klattermusen Gear: Surviving the Harsh Mountain...
Good friends of the Sporting Lodge and editors of popular menswear publication ‘Proper Magazine’ Mark Smith and Neil Summers recently took off for an expedition up Åreskutan mountain in central...
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Sunspel: The Story Behind the T-Shirts, Riviera...
Updated: January 2026 Sunspel is one of the defining names in British clothing. It has earned that reputation through fabric know-how, careful manufacturing, and a long history of refining the...
Sunspel: The Story Behind the T-Shirts, Riviera...
Updated: January 2026 Sunspel is one of the defining names in British clothing. It has earned that reputation through fabric know-how, careful manufacturing, and a long history of refining the...
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The Bernard Weatherill Story: A Century of Spor...
If you’re not familiar with Bernard Weatherill, Neil Summers digs into the history. The name Bernard Weatherill is synonymous with the world of bespoke tailoring. Starting life as a family...
The Bernard Weatherill Story: A Century of Spor...
If you’re not familiar with Bernard Weatherill, Neil Summers digs into the history. The name Bernard Weatherill is synonymous with the world of bespoke tailoring. Starting life as a family...
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The Grenfell Cordings Shooter Jacket
Though Grenfell’s origins can be traced back to 1923, their iconic Shooter jacket first came about during the 1940s and has changed very little since. Essentially it’s a shooting jacket...
The Grenfell Cordings Shooter Jacket
Though Grenfell’s origins can be traced back to 1923, their iconic Shooter jacket first came about during the 1940s and has changed very little since. Essentially it’s a shooting jacket...
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Why Dubarry Boots Are Trusted for Town and Coun...
Dubarry boots – particularly the renowned Galway style – are favoured for both town and country thanks to their use of premium materials, reliable waterproofing, and breathable construction. Built to...
Why Dubarry Boots Are Trusted for Town and Coun...
Dubarry boots – particularly the renowned Galway style – are favoured for both town and country thanks to their use of premium materials, reliable waterproofing, and breathable construction. Built to...
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Why Are Pendleton Woolen Mills Blankets So Lege...
Over the past 25 years, Pendleton Woolen Mills have developed a series of Legendary blankets all of which are based on the beliefs and traditions of their original and most...
Why Are Pendleton Woolen Mills Blankets So Lege...
Over the past 25 years, Pendleton Woolen Mills have developed a series of Legendary blankets all of which are based on the beliefs and traditions of their original and most...
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Introducing Poler
For those who enjoy the unique sense of happiness and freedom that outdoor living provides then Poler is the brand that you've been looking for. As rather than setting itself...
Introducing Poler
For those who enjoy the unique sense of happiness and freedom that outdoor living provides then Poler is the brand that you've been looking for. As rather than setting itself...
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Wigwam - Let's Talk Socks
In 1904 in Wisconsin USA a devastating fire at the Sheboygan Knitting Company resulted in the sad demise of a company that had previously thrived thanks to the continuous demands...
Wigwam - Let's Talk Socks
In 1904 in Wisconsin USA a devastating fire at the Sheboygan Knitting Company resulted in the sad demise of a company that had previously thrived thanks to the continuous demands...
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Patagonia: There's Something in the Air...
Patagonia’s Nano-Air technology is a classic example of their ethos, to improve, innovate and refine everything that they do. Thanks are also due to a design team who live the...
Patagonia: There's Something in the Air...
Patagonia’s Nano-Air technology is a classic example of their ethos, to improve, innovate and refine everything that they do. Thanks are also due to a design team who live the...
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Introducing Patagonia: Brand History, Purpose a...
Table of Contents Yvon Chouinard: Founder and Outdoor Pioneer From Reusable Pitons to Functional Clothing Why the Name 'Patagonia'? Climbing, Surfing, and Fly Fishing: Core Values Environmental Leadership and Brand...
Introducing Patagonia: Brand History, Purpose a...
Table of Contents Yvon Chouinard: Founder and Outdoor Pioneer From Reusable Pitons to Functional Clothing Why the Name 'Patagonia'? Climbing, Surfing, and Fly Fishing: Core Values Environmental Leadership and Brand...
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Shooting Instructor's Day Off To The Royal Ches...
It’s a bad sign when your day off work starts with an early morning. But if you are planning a visit to The Royal Cheshire County Fair, I highly recommend...
Shooting Instructor's Day Off To The Royal Ches...
It’s a bad sign when your day off work starts with an early morning. But if you are planning a visit to The Royal Cheshire County Fair, I highly recommend...
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Introducing - Brett Davies
The Sporting Lodge would like to give a warm welcome to our new blog contributor, Brett Davies. Brett is a highly experienced game and clay pigeon shooting instructor at North...
Introducing - Brett Davies
The Sporting Lodge would like to give a warm welcome to our new blog contributor, Brett Davies. Brett is a highly experienced game and clay pigeon shooting instructor at North...
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