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Care instructions: How to care for your climbing shoes

A good pair of climbing shoes is essential for both gym and rock climbing. Even though they only contribute indirectly to your overall safety when climbing, they can have a major impact on whether your climb was a success or a failure. Seeing as there are so many different types of shoes, philosophies and individual […]

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How to dress for a high-altitude mountaineering adventure

If you’re planning on mountaineering at high altitudes, you not only need quality gear but also the appropriate clothing. If you save in the wrong areas or take too much (useless) or too little equipment, the whole trip will seem cursed from the very beginning. So, what is the appropriate clothing for high-altitude mountaineering? What […]

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IRON PATHS THROUGH STEEP ROCK – VIA FERRATA, HOW DOES IT ACTUALLY WORK?

Fixed rope routes have experienced a real boom in the last few years. In many places, new iron routes are being developed and numerous vacation brochures advertise this “new” type of mountain sport. But what actually makes the via ferrata a via ferrata? Where are the limits to hiking or climbing? And what on earth […]

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Build your very own bouldering wall

Recently, I awoke with the urge to build something again. And, since our attic was being expanded anyway, I figured I’d seize the opportunity to build my very own bouldering wall. It seemed like a good idea at the time and, admittedly, a lot easier than it really is. Contrary to what I had initially […]

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STANDING FREELY WITH YOUR CAMPER VAN – A JOURNEY THROUGH THE (CONFUSING) LAWS OF EUROPE

Recently I had an idea: why not just pack the camper and drive across Europe? Just travel and stay where I like. The idea is generally not a bad one, but there are a few things to keep in mind, because you cannot simply park your camper or motorhome at the roadside or on the […]

Advice

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Care instructions: How to clean your backpack properly

There are so many reasons to wash your walking backpack, trekking rucksack or mountaineering backpack, but none may be as pressing as those stinky shoulders straps that have absorbed so much sweat and sunscreen over the course of their career that the idea of wearing them makes you nauseated. Or, perhaps it’s all the dust […]

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PRICE VS. PERFORMANCE – HOW TO GET GOOD EQUIPMENT EVEN ON A SMALL BUDGET

The other day I was sitting at the kitchen table with some friends: “If I buy a new express, then only this very light one from DMM or Petzl. It is expensive, but the express is much better than the other ones. Even if it’s beyond my budget, nothing comes from nothing.” someone says and […]

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Northern Playground – “Drop your Trousers” in Norwegian

As the saying goes, “men are often just big boys”, and it’s just a fact that boys often go running to their mothers for help when certain incidents happen at the playground. After all, Mummy is always there, and she knows what to do. Clothing tips from Mum are often unappreciated, but nonetheless they influence […]

Buyer’s Guide

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A buyer’s guide to outdoor jackets

There are so many outdoor jackets out there, but not every model is perfect for every kind of activity. Of course, there are some that are suitable for multiple activities, but some are clearly better than others. In the following, we’d like to provide you with a bit more detailed information on what to look […]

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