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How-Tos

Alpinetrek-Expert

Florian

Training tips for your first ultramarathon

If you regularly take part in local running events, chances are you’ve heard of it: the ultramarathon. Those seemingly mad runners who willingly go even further than a marathon. But according to various studies, training for a mountain ultra trail isn’t necessarily more time-consuming than preparing for a fast 42-kilometre road race. If you’ve already […]

Fabrics & Technologies

Alpinetrek-Expert

Jörn

What Does BPA-Free Mean – And Why It Matters

In recent years, public awareness of the risks associated with bisphenol A (BPA) has grown considerably. This shift, coupled with a new EU regulation effective from 2025, has led to a surge in BPA-free alternatives on the market. In this article, you’ll discover why BPA-free products are important, what alternatives exist, and how to ensure […]

Buyer’s Guide

Alpinetrek-Expert

Dominik

Sponsored

HOKA Running Shoes Reviewed: Key Differences and What to Look For

Choosing the right road running shoes can be a challenge. Using three selected HOKA road running shoes, including some of the latest releases, we’ll highlight the key features to consider and explain what sets each shoe apart. This guide will help you find the perfect pair for your running style. Let’s dive into the HOKA […]

Training & Health

Alpinetrek-Expert

Sarina

Trail running for beginners

You’re into trail running? That’s crazy! This is often the response when telling people this is what you do in your leisure time. Just spontaneously running up a mountain after finishing work? Reactions usually include an appreciative nod, eyebrows raised in amazement or a head shake. And yet: sometimes, this passion is contagious. Perhaps that […]

Gear & Maintenance

Alpinetrek-Expert

Guest author

Care instructions for water bottles

If your water bottle isn’t cleaned after every trip, moisture, spittle and other organic residue can create a real paradise for bacteria. But don’t worry, the right way to clean a water bottle is neither sorcery nor does it take very long. So read on for some quick tips and tricks to keep a clean […]

Product Reviews

Alpinetrek-Expert

Jan

Testing to find the best hiking poles – 8 walking poles in the Alpinetrek comparison

There is an incredible number of walking poles out there. At first glance, they may all look the same, yet there are minor and major differences. To help you choose the best hiking poles, we tested eight popular models provided by three well-known companies (Leki, C.A.M.P., Black Diamond). But first, here’s some basic information that […]

Manufacturers & Brands

Alpinetrek-Expert

Jörn

MATERIAL INFO: GORE-INFINIUM WINDSTOPPER®: Your shield against the wind

Regardless of whether you’re a cyclist, hill walker, climber or mountaineer, there’s one challenge you always have to face: the weather. Snowy, rainy or just outright cold weather is one thing, but strong winds in the mountains are another ball game. If your clothing isn’t up to snuff, it can be disastrous. In fact, even […]

Training & Health

Alpinetrek-Expert

Guest author

What can you do against blisters? Tips for prevention and treatment

The Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard once remarked, “I have walked myself into my best thoughts, and I know of no thought so burdensome that one cannot walk away from it.” What the famous thinker and father of existentialism did not consider, however, is that walking itself can be burdensome – particularly when you are suffering […]

Training & Health

Alpinetrek-Expert

Jan

Bruised toenails – painful for hikers and trail runners

This problem usually occurs during long walks in walking shoes, mountaineering boots, trekking boots or after long runs in running and trail running shoes. It often affects one of the big toes or sometimes even both at the same time. We’re talking here about bruised toenails – a nail that looks like a bruise – […]

Know-How

Alpinetrek-Expert

Guest author

What to do about ticks?

In the words of Sun Tzu, it’s always wise to “know thy enemy”. And these little blood-sucking, bacteria and disease-carrying monsters we call ticks are public enemy number one in the eyes of many outdoor enthusiasts. Since we can neither ignore them nor get rid of them, we should instead put ourselves in their disgusting […]

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