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Today, GORE-TEX is the epitome of waterproof and breathable garments. Regardless of whether you’re skiing, cycling, mountaineering at work or just going about your everyday life, you can always rely on the high-quality products engineered with GORE-TEX membranes – at least that’s what the American brand claims. In the following, we’re going to have a […]

Gear & Maintenance

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Anni

Care instructions: How to repair your down jacket

The upsides to down jackets are manifold: down provides an excellent warmth-to-weight ratio, it’s fluffy and simultaneously compressible. Admittedly, there is one downside that never seems to go away: What happens if a rock tears a hole in your jacket, you accidently burn a hole in it at the campfire or that devilish little dog […]

Fabrics & Technologies

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Lisa

Everything you ever wanted to know about Pertex fabrics

The 1970s were a decade in which a wide variety of new fabrics became available on the market, leading manufacturers in the outdoor industry to jettison those more traditional fabrics, such as cotton and wool, in favour of these new, more advanced materials. These functional fabrics had a clear advantage over traditional fabrics: they have a […]

Gear & Maintenance

Alpinetrek-Expert

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First aid for your sleeping bag

A quality sleeping bag is one of the most important part of your kit, especially if you’re travelling with a tent. After all, if you are unable to sleep and regain your strength by night, you won’t be able to perform by day. In other words, a good sleeping bag is key. But, what if […]

Buyer's Guide

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Jörn

A buyer’s guide to trekking poles

Not only do they make the ascent easier, but they will also help you on the descent. Let’s face it: they’re our absolute best friends on long treks – Yes, I’m talking about trekking poles. What else? I mean, they’re an absolute must for long-distance walking in particular. Finding the right poles, however, is a […]

Buyer's Guide

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Wiebke

Buyer’s guide to quickdraws

A quickdraw is an indispensable piece of gear, as it allows us climbers to connect our rope to protection, but have you ever wondered what the difference was between the various options? I mean, there’s tons of different quickdraws to choose from! How are we supposed to keep track of them all? Fortunately, we’re here […]

Advice

Alpinetrek-Expert

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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 […]

Fabrics & Technologies

Alpinetrek-Expert

Jan

DWR coatings – Blessing or a curse?

DWR stands for “Durable Water Repellent” and refers to a coating that is added to fabrics used for functional clothing and footwear. Thus, DWR is not a name for a specific material or system, but merely a description of a certain property. However, there are chemical and technological differences between the various treatments that manufacturers […]

Buyer's Guide

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Simon

A buyer’s guide to sleeping mats

As hackneyed as this old proverb may be, its relevance is indisputable. For as all of you outdoor enthusiasts know, a good or bad night’s rest can play a significant role in determining your performance and overall well-being in the great outdoors. If you toss and turn at night, feel every little pebble through your […]

Nature & History

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Camping in thunderstorms

As we all know, the summer is our main thunderstorm season, so there’s always a risk of a storm when camping in the summertime. Near the end of a hot and humid summer day, you’ll often run into extremely violent thunderstorms, complete with strong rains, winds and hail. Thus, it’s incredibly important to find a […]

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