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Polyester: a fibre with a wide range of applications

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  • 10.02.2023

Polyester: a fibre with a wide range of applications

Polyester is used very frequently, especially in sportswear. This synthetic fibre boasts such a large variety of positive characteristics for virtually any application that it is now absolutely essential to the sports industry. The fibre is used again and again for apparel in both cycling and mountain sports. And it doesn’t make any difference whether […]

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How-Tos
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  • 10.02.2023

Find yourself and your way with a map and a compass

Imagine this scenario for a second: you’re out up in the mountains in the middle of nowhere and want to make sure you’re following the right trail. You take your phone, try to unlock it only to realise the battery is dead. Brilliant. Then you look around for some signs…of course, there is not a […]

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Gear & Maintenance
Care Instructions Primaloft

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  • 09.02.2023

Care instructions for PrimaLoft textiles

Everything from your blankets to your expedition suit – down has been a reliable and (rightfully so) extremely popular type of insulation: it is literally a featherweight and toasty warm! However, despite these excellent features, down does have some downsides (pun intended). If down feathers are exposed to dampness or moisture, they lose their loft […]

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Gear & Maintenance
Repairing your fleece

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  • 09.02.2023

Repairing your fleece

We outdoorsy folk tend to get a lot of use out of our fleece garments, so it goes without saying that they’re subjected to quite a bit of wear and tear. Regardless of whether your favourite fleece has burn holes in it from those nights by the campfire or is just beginning to show signs […]

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Buyer’s Guide
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  • 09.02.2023

MTB shoes buyer’s guide: How to find the right shoe

Mountain bike shoes for tours, trails and downhill Choosing the perfect mountain bike shoes is really easy. To find the perfect shoe, all you have to consider is your shoe size, the design, area of use, and pedal system, the weather and the season. Easy, right? But seriously. When it comes to MTB shoes, there are […]

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Manufacturers & Brands
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  • 09.02.2023

Sustainability at Patagonia

When thinking about sustainable (outdoor) clothing, Patagonia immediately comes to mind for many people. This is not only because of the current hype, but above all because founder Yvon Chouinard has placed value on the preservation of nature and the environment from the very beginning. The Patagonia story begins with Chouinard, himself an avid climber, making the […]

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Know-How
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  • 09.02.2023

Land of limited possibilities: climbing training at home

  Do you have to travel half the length of the country to your next bouldering hall or the next suitable rock, and your climbing training suffers because of it? Worry no more! In this article, we will show you the best equipment for effective training at home. The ideal preparation for your next climbing […]

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Product Reviews
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  • 02.02.2023

THE TERREX FREE HIKER – HIKING SHOE OR SNEAKER?

I belong to the sneaker generation. In my opinion, they are not only good for doing sports. When I think of adidas, I think of stylish sneakers rather than solid hiking boots, even if this cliché hasn’t been valid for a long time. Under the Terrex label, adidas has been offering equipment for outdoor enthusiasts […]

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