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How to wash and care for your synthetic insulated jacket properly

Much like the choice between a synthetic or wool base layer, trying to decide between a jacket with down or synthetic insulation can be quite difficult. Luckily, we’ve come to a point where there are so many manufacturers designing hybrid jackets, that incorporate treated down or a combination of different materials into one jacket, that […]

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Softshell – Protection in the rain?

The current generation of soft shells is looking pretty good: they’re as soft as fleece, yet they still have enough in them to withstand winds and bad weather. Since it just continues to bucket down out there day after day, let’s have a closer look at rainwear. More specifically, let’s have a look at softshells […]

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What are glacier glasses?

At first glance, glacier glasses may look like somewhat large sunglasses. But, they’re typically more expensive. Why? What can glacier glasses do that other sunglasses can’t? What makes glacier glasses so special and how do they defer from other sunglasses? Questions upon questions… Here come the answers! Regardless of whether you’re on a glacier, in […]

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A buyer’s guide to waterproof jackets

Regardless of whether you’re a professional alpinist or like to go for a stroll, you depend on hardshell jackets to protect yourself from rain and stormy weather. For this reason, weatherproof jackets have become an integral part of any and all outdoor gear. There are so many manufacturers that offer a huge range of waterproof […]

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MIPS – Brainy Helmet Technology

Through advances in technology and scientific insights, all sports – along with the materials that go with them – are constantly being developed. This has enormous consequences, especially for skiing. The sport keeps getting faster, you ski down steeper faces, dare to take bigger jumps and do more crazy tricks. This is all well and […]

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How to break in your walking boots properly

No matter what kind of walking boots you have, it is absolutely essential to break them in before heading out on a trip. This process will soften the material, allowing the boot to mould perfectly to your feet. But, before you break them in, you need to find the perfect pair among the countless number […]

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Tips & Tricks: When to replace your climbing harness

Your climbing harness is something that you need to be able to completely rely upon. When cams and bolts break, it’s still entirely possible to survive a fall. A climbing harness, however, doesn’t have a backup. You’re just as reliant upon this as you are on your rope. But, many climbers tend to use their […]

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More than just a down blanket – the advantages of a quilt

If you’re looking to reduce the weight of your kit on your next trek but don’t really know where to start, then you’ve come to the right place! The heaviest pieces of kit are what we like to refer to as the big three: your sleeping bag, backpack and tent. A quality three-season sleeping bag […]

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THE RIGHT SHOES FOR YOUR OUTDOOR ADVENTURE!

When choosing the right footwear for outdoor activities, you should take your time. There are some questions that should be answered in advance to avoid problems with unsuitable shoes or aching feet. Not only physical ailments such as the well-known blisters are among them, but also a shoe that does not fit the purpose will […]

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