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Being adequately clothed makes all the difference, and well-prepared walkers, who will always be equipped with wind- and water-proof garments and a stout pair of waterproof walking boots for a day in the Pennines in any season, have nothing to fear from an inclement day.

The question of what to wear can only be answered in such general terms, however, for the simple reason that each of us is physically different – we have different metabolisms, our bodies function in different ways when exercising, and the way, and amount, we perspire varies, too. All these factors generate bodily conditions that are specific to each of us and which require personalised solutions.

At the Aiggin Stone, Blackstone Edge (Walk 42)

To complicate things even further, there are numerous clothing and equipment manufacturers clamouring to sell you their own brand, but without the certainty that one brand is any more suitable for you than another. It is purely a process of trial and error, often over a period of time, sometimes years. But eventually, you find a combination that works best for you. When you do, stick with it. Just as important, when you settle on the type of clothing that suits you and decide to kit yourself out, go for the most expensive you can afford. Quality really does count when it comes to outdoor clothing.