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Anni

The Vibram sole – it’s much more than just rubber

I mean, who isn’t familiar with the yellow octagon on the sole? That bright and friendly colour that pops up every time you take a step – that’s the iconic logo known round the world, the symbol for the global leader in the manufacture of rubber soles. The success Vibram has had over the years […]

Size Guides

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Wiebke

Are your climbing shoes too tight?

We see it much too often: climbers putting on their climbing shoes with pain written all over their faces, only to take them off as soon as humanly possible with a huge sigh of relief. Or what about those poor souls who run to the wall on their heels so that they don’t put too […]

Training & Health

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Felix

Training tips for strong fingers

“How on earth are you supposed to hold on there?” This is a question I get asked sometimes, and that I ask myself much more often when I’m faced with routes that are clearly beyond my limits. I now know the answer: amongst other things, it comes down to a good deal of finger strength […]

How-Tos

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Lisa

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 […]

Gear & Maintenance

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Sebastian

Care instructions for GORE-TEX-footwear

Sometimes the best trips include some rough weather. Conquering a summit feels twice as good if you have made it through the elements. Modern equipment turns bad weather into something you can deal with. GORE-TEX footwear has really developed in recent years and should be a definite consideration as you piece together your kit. Wet […]

Manufacturers & Brands

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Stephan

An overview of Scandinavian outdoor brands

Scandinavia and the outdoors – a match made in heaven. Rodane, Hurrungane, Sarek and Kebnekaise are all music to the ears of outdoor enthusiasts. Scandinavia is home to just about as many outdoor enthusiasts as it has great destinations. Ok, I’m exaggerating, but the message remains the same: Being outdoors is the Scandinavian way of […]

Buyer’s Guide

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Stephan

The proper boots for via ferratas

While there is special equipment you need for via ferratas, like a via ferrata set, most of the stuff you need (clothing, a backpack or a harness) you probably already have, provided you’re into climbing or mountaineering. The one thing you may not have is the proper footwear. Proper footwear? Can’t you just wear the […]

How-Tos

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Simon

Tips & Tricks: The temperature ratings on sleeping bags

Have you spent a weekend wild camping in late August freezing to death, despite the fact that your sleeping bag has a limit indication of 0°C? That should easily be enough for single-digit temperatures during the night, right? Good question, since the temperature indications of manufacturers can be quite confusing. Here’s a nice little introduction […]

Buyer’s Guide

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Florian K.

Glue-in bolts, expansion plugs, adhesive bolts, bolts. What now?

Sport climbing and bolts. These days, they belong together like bouldering and low-cut trousers. Perhaps the reassuringly shiny silver metal found on crags has already helped you achieve undreamt-of performances. Or maybe you’ve cursed because you haven’t been able to sport a bolt. Set correctly, bolts significantly increase safety whilst rock climbing. But what is […]

Training & Health

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THE LOST KNEE

About requirements in mountain and climbing sports. Our knee joint does a lot to ensure that jumps in climbing or trail running down the mountain are well guided and cushioned. In mountain sports, knee joints have an important and often underestimated function. They need a lot of training to develop their best effect for our […]

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