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Advice
A buyer’s guide to rain covers
Barometric and GPS-based altimeters
Care instructions: How to clean your backpack properly
DIY: Build your very own suspension trainer!
Hard shell, soft core? – hardshell vs. softshell
Tensioning of the longline – pulleys for long slacklines
The big food test: Trekking food!
Tips & Tricks: When to replace your climbing harness
Tips for choosing waterproof trousers
What are glacier glasses?
Alpinetrek
Awarded – with the ‘Save our Returns’ seal of approval
Hiking clothing: a comprehensive guide
Buyer's Guide
A brief buying guide for gaiters
A buyer´s guide to softshell jackets
A buyer’s guide to approach shoes
A buyer’s guide to bike lights
A buyer’s guide to bivouac tents
A buyer’s guide to bivvy bags
A buyer’s guide to carabiners – the unsung heroes of climbing
A buyer’s guide to climbing harnesses
A buyer’s guide to climbing helmets
A buyer’s guide to climbing ropes
A buyer’s guide to climbing shoes
A buyer’s guide to climbing trousers
A buyer’s guide to fleece jackets
A buyer’s guide to functional underwear
A buyer’s guide to gas stoves
A buyer’s guide to multi-fuel stoves
A buyer’s guide to outdoor jackets
A buyer’s guide to rain covers
A buyer’s guide to sleeping bags
A buyer’s guide to sleeping mats
A buyer’s guide to synthetic sleeping bags
A buyer’s guide to trail running packs
A buyer’s guide to trekking poles
A buyer’s guide to waterproof jackets
A guide to via ferrata sets
Are you getting a good night’s sleep in your sleeping bag?
Basecamp Blog – Sitemap
Bike protectors: the best protection whilst mountain biking
Bike trailers – what to look for when buying a bike trailer
Buyer’s Guide to Avalanche Gear
Buyer’s guide to climbing holds
Buyer’s guide to outdoor tents
Buyer’s guide to quickdraws
Decisions, decisions: Finding the right walking trousers
Down Buying Guide: Winter is the time to get down
Faster running shorts – a buyer’s guide to shorts and ¾ length tights
Find the right MTB & road bike socks
Finding the right outdoor trousers
GETTING TO GRIPS WITH ICE TOOLS – BUYING TIPS
Glue-in bolts, expansion plugs, adhesive bolts, bolts. What now?
Hiking clothing: a comprehensive guide
HOKA Running Shoes Reviewed: Key Differences and What to Look For
Light & Fast: Speed hiking gear
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT: TIPS FOR FINDING THE RIGHT HEAD TORCH
Lightweight Outdoor Shoes – A Buying Guide
More than just a down blanket – the advantages of a quilt
MTB shoes buyer’s guide: How to find the right shoe
NEVER GO WITHOUT AIR AGAIN: BUYER’S GUIDE TO INNER TUBES
Nylon vs. Dyneema slings
Pronation: find the right running shoes
Road bike shoes for maximum efficiency
Shoes built to last: An introduction to different shoe lasts
Show off your feet – trekking sandals, a buying guide
SKI GOGGLES – A QUICK OVERVIEW
Softshell trousers vs. walking trousers
Stand-up Paddling – finding the right SUP board
Telescoping poles for walking and mountaineering
The perfect kids’ backpack for every age
The proper boots for via ferratas
The right outdoor jacket for every event – an overview
THE RIGHT SHOES FOR YOUR OUTDOOR ADVENTURE!
The right ski trousers – a buying guide
The supposedly easy choice of the right outdoor socks
The world of lightweight tents – ultralight camping equipment
Tips for choosing waterproof trousers
Wetsuit buying guide
What are glacier glasses?
When it has to hold: everything about crampons
Fabrics & Technologies
A buyer’s guide to softshell membranes
An overview of sustainable down labels and certifications
Aramid/Kevlar: A super material for the outdoors?
Dermizax – a different kind of membrane
Down Buying Guide: Winter is the time to get down
DWR coatings – Blessing or a curse?
Everything you ever wanted to know about carabiner noses
Everything you ever wanted to know about Pertex fabrics
Flyweights for the back – the world of ultra-light backpacks
Glue-in bolts, expansion plugs, adhesive bolts, bolts. What now?
GORE-TEX PACLITE: Product technology for every day
GORE-TEX® ACTIVE: Stay light and fast
GORE® C-KNIT™ backer technology: soft and comfortable
Guide to sun-protective clothing
How GORE-TEX membranes work
How polarised sunglasses work
How to wash your hardshell jacket properly
How welded seams work
HyVent becomes DryVent – What it is and how it works
Let’s talk about PU coatings
Loden – an underrated fabric?
Lycra – an extremely versatile fibre
Material: What is carbon?
Merino wool – the functional fibre in detail
MIPS – Brainy Helmet Technology
Modal: What is it?
Nubuck leather – the pros and cons of a natural product
Nylon vs. Dyneema slings
Polyester: a fibre with a wide range of applications
Polygiene: How does the stink-blocker work, and is it sustainable?
Primaloft: a real alternative to down?
Shop consciously – BPS-free
Sympatex: Environmentally-friendly windproof and waterproof protection
That means PVC-free
The Vibram sole – it’s much more than just rubber
Thinsulate – the life of a product family
Tips & Tricks: Waterproof vs. water repellent
VEGAN ON THE GO – ANIMAL-FREE PRODUCTS FOR OUTDOOR PEOPLE
Water purification – Different treatment methods
What Does BPA-Free Mean – And Why It Matters
What does breathable mean?
What is microfibre? Properties, advantages, applications
Featured Posts UK
Camping in thunderstorms
Insect protection – What really helps
Trail running for beginners
Washing a wetsuit – how to clean it properly
Gear & Maintenance
A Guide to Tent Storage – Extend the Lifespan of Your Outdoor Gear
BICYCLE CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Care guide: how to clean and care for outdoor stoves
Care Instructions – How to clean and waterproof your tent
Care instructions for climbing ropes
Care instructions for down products
Care instructions for GORE-TEX-footwear
Care instructions for merino
Care instructions for PrimaLoft textiles
Care instructions for softshells
Care instructions for trail running shoes
Care Instructions for walking boots
Care instructions for water bottles
Care instructions for your fleece
Care instructions: How to care for your climbing shoes
Care instructions: How to clean your backpack properly
Care instructions: How to dry your outdoor shoes properly
Care instructions: How to repair your down jacket
Care instructions: How to repair your tent
Care instructions: How to wash your outdoor socks
Care instructions: waterproofing your outdoor shoes
First aid for your sleeping bag
Help! My Shoes Stink: A Practical Guide
How to clean, maintain and store natural rubber
How to Take Care of Your Sleeping Bag
How to transport gas canisters safely and dispose of them properly
How to wash a baseball cap properly
How to wash and care for your synthetic insulated jacket properly
How to wash your hydration system properly
How to waterproof hardshell jackets
Instructions: how to wax skis properly
Pilling – what to do when your outdoor clothing starts to lint?
Pilling – what to do when your outdoor clothing starts to lint?
Recycling clothes – a new life for jumpers, trousers etc.
Removing Sweat Odours from Clothes: Tips and Tricks
Repairing your fleece
Sleeping mats: Proper care, storage and repairs
The sole is worn out, but still good? Which brands offer resoling services?
Tips & Tricks: When to replace your climbing harness
Washing a wetsuit – how to clean it properly
Washing shoes: How to get your shoes clean again
Zipper repair – top tips and tricks
How-Tos
A buyer’s guide to carabiners – the unsung heroes of climbing
Active at night: tips for your evening run
ALONE IN CASE OF EMERGENCY – EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS ON SOLO TOURS
Alpine hazards and how to avoid them
An introduction to ultralight – Lighten up your equipment
An overview of sustainable down labels and certifications
Are you getting a good night’s sleep in your sleeping bag?
Barometric and GPS-based altimeters
Build your very own bouldering wall
Buyer’s guide to belay devices
Buyer’s guide to bike brakes: disc or rim brakes?
Camping in winter: Getting used to the cold
Canyoning – scrambling through gorges
Climbing and bouldering in Scandinavia
Climbing Technique Part 1 – Climbing Basics
Climbing Technique Part 2 – Types of Handholds
Coasteering for beginners – an active adventure along the coast
Common sport climbing mistakes to avoid
Confidence in the mountains – Improving your surefootedness and getting a head for heights
Cycling in the Rain: Wet, Splashed and Still Rolling
Deep water soloing – what’s that about?
Downhill mountain biking – a sport bursting with adrenaline and adventure!
Essential climbing knots for climbers and outdoor enthusiasts
Fear of falling and how to climb despite it
Find yourself and your way with a map and a compass
Hiking with your dog – everything you need to know about equipment, hiking routes and safety measures
Hill walking, hiking, trekking: what do they all mean?
Hotel Europe – Where is wild camping permitted?
How to break in your walking boots properly
How to do a river crossing
How to dress for a high-altitude mountaineering adventure
How to pack your rucksack
How to properly lace walking boots
How to set up a slackline without trees
How to set up your tarp with and (almost) without hardware
How to transport gas canisters safely and dispose of them properly
Insect protection – What really helps
IRON PATHS THROUGH STEEP ROCK – VIA FERRATA, HOW DOES IT ACTUALLY WORK?
Layering systems: to sweat or not to sweat
Luxiurious Nights – 6 Tips for Sleeping Better Outdoors
Making fire – a detailed step-by-step guide
Nutrition for hill walking and mountaineering
Old, unfit, clueless? Try rock climbing for beginners!
On the proper use of walking poles
Pilling – what to do when your outdoor clothing starts to lint?
Plogging – everything you need to know
Recycling clothes – a new life for jumpers, trousers etc.
Redpointing etc. – what do these common climbing terms mean
Softshell – Protection in the rain?
Speed climbing – what is it and why do it?
Speed Hiking – Hiking at top speed
Splitboarding in delightful landscapes covered in deep snow
STANDING FREELY WITH YOUR CAMPER VAN – A JOURNEY THROUGH THE (CONFUSING) LAWS OF EUROPE
Tensioning of the longline – pulleys for long slacklines
Tent alternatives: Floorless tents, bivvies and more
The best way to poop in the woods
The perfect spot for your tent
The thru hike: see it through!
Tips & Tricks: The temperature ratings on sleeping bags
Tips and tricks for sleeping in a hammock
Tips for bouldering: Training & Technique
Tips for Great Outdoor Photos
Trad climbing gear recommendation
Training tips for your first ultramarathon
Two boots and four paws – hill walking with your dog
VEGAN ON THE GO – ANIMAL-FREE PRODUCTS FOR OUTDOOR PEOPLE
What are the benefits of walking?
What is skyrunning?
WHAT IS… CYCLOCROSS?
Wild camping in Germany – verboten or not?
Know-How
Antagonist training: Exercises for boulderers and climbers
Bannock bread – the classic of the outdoor kitchen
Care instructions: How to patch up holes in your sleeping mat
Care tips for clothing with a Sympatex membrane
First-aid kit essentials for your backpack
Freeride skiing for beginners: tips & tricks
Hill walking, hiking, trekking: what do they all mean?
How to clean and care for high-quality GORE-TEX® products properly
How to pack your rucksack
How to treat, care for and store your ski skins properly
IRON PATHS THROUGH STEEP ROCK – VIA FERRATA, HOW DOES IT ACTUALLY WORK?
Land of limited possibilities: climbing training at home
My favourite bouldering spot: Petrohrad
On the proper use of walking poles
Pilling – what to do when your outdoor clothing starts to lint?
Preventing strain on hands and fingers – how do I determine my finger strength?
Removing Sweat Odours from Clothes: Tips and Tricks
Snow blindness and the dangers of UV radiation
So, why not bake yourself some mountain bread?
STANDING FREELY WITH YOUR CAMPER VAN – A JOURNEY THROUGH THE (CONFUSING) LAWS OF EUROPE
The best way to poop in the woods
The subletities of the clip stick and why it makes sense
The Sun Salutation – your gentle introduction to the yoga flow
Tips and tricks for sleeping in a hammock
Two boots and four paws – hill walking with your dog
Washing shoes: How to get your shoes clean again
What to do about ticks?
Manufacturers & Brands
66°North: functional apparel with style
An overview of Scandinavian outdoor brands
GORE-TEX® ACTIVE: Stay light and fast
GORE-TEX® PRO: built for the extremes
HOKA Running Shoes Reviewed: Key Differences and What to Look For
MATERIAL INFO: GORE-INFINIUM WINDSTOPPER®: Your shield against the wind
Northern Playground – “Drop your Trousers” in Norwegian
Páramo – An introduction and product review
Repairing instead of throwing away – the Patagonia Worn Wear Program
S.Café – Coffee You Can Wear
Say goodbye to wet feet: shoes with Gore-Tex membranes
Sustainability at Patagonia
The North Face’s Thermoball: An alternative to down?
The perfect material even in cold temperatures: Polartec
VAUDE: A pioneer in all things sustainability
Nature & History
Beeswax – A natural miracle worker
Bushcraft essentials: what you should definitely bring on your adventure in the forest!
Camping in thunderstorms
Chamois – true climbing artists of the mountains
Earth Day 2022
Marmot – Who’s Whistling Over There?
Mulesing-free merino – animal welfare and merino wool
Outdoor Cooking
Bannock bread – the classic of the outdoor kitchen
Brewing coffee in the great outdoors
The best snacks for hiking
Packing Lists
Backpacking Packing List: The Complete Checklist for Your Backpacking Trip
Basecamp Blog – Sitemap
Kilimanjaro hike – packing list tips
Mountaineering gear list
Packing list for camping
Packing list for hut-to-hut trips
Packing list: bivouacking
Packing list: Day hikes
Packing List: Mountain Bike Day Tour
Packing list: road cycling tour
Packing list: Trekking
Ski packing checklist
Ski touring packing list
People & Opinions
Outdoor clothing in the city centre? I need that!
Product Reviews
Best Hiking Backpacks Compared: The Best Models for Everyday Use, Day Hikes and Hut-to-Hut Treks
LANDING CHECK: LARGE CRASH PADS
Testing to find the best hiking poles – 8 walking poles in the Alpinetrek comparison
THE TERREX FREE HIKER – HIKING SHOE OR SNEAKER?
Size Guides
Are your climbing shoes too tight?
The perfect kids’ backpack for every age
The Team
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Tours & Travel Tips
Accursed Mountains
Atlas Mountains trekking
Between cliffs & sheep: hiking on the Faroe Islands
Caucasus: Mountains between continents and seas
Caving – Everything you need to know about exploring caves
Climb in Leonidio (Greece)
Climbing Mont Blanc: an overview of all four standard routes
Climbing the Grossglockner: Two Routes – the Normal Route and the Stüdlgrat
Crossing the Alps – the L1 from Garmisch to Lake Garda
Durmitor: summits, ridges, deep gorges
Fellow Alpine Trekker Jan on the Beacons Way
Fontainebleau – bouldering like royalty in France
GR 221 – Long-distance hiking in the Serra Tramuntana on Mallorca
Hiking in Scotland for everyone
Hiking in the Black Forest
Hiking in the Carpathian Mountains – bears, castles & summits
Hillwalking & Trekking on the Island of Flowers
How to dress for a high-altitude mountaineering adventure
Jotunheimen: between mass tourism and adventure
My favourite bouldering spot: Petrohrad
Mytikas – Mount Olympus
Nu kör vi! – Long-distance hikes in Sweden
Packrafting – hiking and canoeing with a super lightweight boat
Picos de Europa: underrated beauty
The Continental Divide Trail (CDT) – a personal report
The Dinaric Alps: The unknown neighbour | Alpinetrek
THE HIKE WITHIN – The Appalachian Trail in the USA
The Pacific Crest Trail from North to South
The Path of Unity: Peaks of the Balkans trail
The Pyrenees: beauty with character
The Tatra mountains: hikers’ paradise
Trekking in the Himalayas – a Mera Peak summit adventure
Training & Health
Active at night: tips for your evening run
Altitude sickness – prevention and treatment
Altitude training – basics, tips and when it’s worth it
Breathe deeply, take a cold shower, stick at it: what can the wim hof method do?
Bruised toenails – painful for hikers and trail runners
Climbing Technique Part 1 – Climbing Basics
Core exercises for climbers and boulderers
Hand and skin care for climbers
Headstand and handstand training
Implementing training at home – the mind is (un)willing…
Interval training for runners – how to become faster and build endurance
Land of limited possibilities: climbing training at home
Old, unfit, clueless? Try rock climbing for beginners!
Plogging – everything you need to know
Preparing for a half marathon
THE LOST KNEE
The Sun Salutation – your gentle introduction to the yoga flow
Trail running for beginners
Training tips for strong fingers
Triathlon training – tips to complete your first competition
Well prepared for spring: anaerobic training in mountain sports
What are the benefits of walking?
What can you do against blisters? Tips for prevention and treatment
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How to wash a baseball cap properly
Interval training for runners – how to become faster and build endurance
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Pronation: find the right running shoes
The Pacific Crest Trail from North to South
What is microfibre? Properties, advantages, applications
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Advice
A buyer’s guide to rain covers
Barometric and GPS-based altimeters
Care instructions: How to clean your backpack properly
DIY: Build your very own suspension trainer!
Hard shell, soft core? – hardshell vs. softshell
Tensioning of the longline – pulleys for long slacklines
The big food test: Trekking food!
Tips & Tricks: When to replace your climbing harness
Tips for choosing waterproof trousers
What are glacier glasses?
Alpinetrek
Awarded – with the ‘Save our Returns’ seal of approval
Hiking clothing: a comprehensive guide
Buyer's Guide
A brief buying guide for gaiters
A buyer´s guide to softshell jackets
A buyer’s guide to approach shoes
A buyer’s guide to bike lights
A buyer’s guide to bivouac tents
A buyer’s guide to bivvy bags
A buyer’s guide to carabiners – the unsung heroes of climbing
A buyer’s guide to climbing harnesses
A buyer’s guide to climbing helmets
A buyer’s guide to climbing ropes
A buyer’s guide to climbing shoes
A buyer’s guide to climbing trousers
A buyer’s guide to fleece jackets
A buyer’s guide to functional underwear
A buyer’s guide to gas stoves
A buyer’s guide to multi-fuel stoves
A buyer’s guide to outdoor jackets
A buyer’s guide to rain covers
A buyer’s guide to sleeping bags
A buyer’s guide to sleeping mats
A buyer’s guide to synthetic sleeping bags
A buyer’s guide to trail running packs
A buyer’s guide to trekking poles
A buyer’s guide to waterproof jackets
A guide to via ferrata sets
Are you getting a good night’s sleep in your sleeping bag?
Basecamp Blog – Sitemap
Bike protectors: the best protection whilst mountain biking
Bike trailers – what to look for when buying a bike trailer
Buyer’s Guide to Avalanche Gear
Buyer’s guide to climbing holds
Buyer’s guide to outdoor tents
Buyer’s guide to quickdraws
Decisions, decisions: Finding the right walking trousers
Down Buying Guide: Winter is the time to get down
Faster running shorts – a buyer’s guide to shorts and ¾ length tights
Find the right MTB & road bike socks
Finding the right outdoor trousers
GETTING TO GRIPS WITH ICE TOOLS – BUYING TIPS
Glue-in bolts, expansion plugs, adhesive bolts, bolts. What now?
Hiking clothing: a comprehensive guide
HOKA Running Shoes Reviewed: Key Differences and What to Look For
Light & Fast: Speed hiking gear
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT: TIPS FOR FINDING THE RIGHT HEAD TORCH
Lightweight Outdoor Shoes – A Buying Guide
More than just a down blanket – the advantages of a quilt
MTB shoes buyer’s guide: How to find the right shoe
NEVER GO WITHOUT AIR AGAIN: BUYER’S GUIDE TO INNER TUBES
Nylon vs. Dyneema slings
Pronation: find the right running shoes
Road bike shoes for maximum efficiency
Shoes built to last: An introduction to different shoe lasts
Show off your feet – trekking sandals, a buying guide
SKI GOGGLES – A QUICK OVERVIEW
Softshell trousers vs. walking trousers
Stand-up Paddling – finding the right SUP board
Telescoping poles for walking and mountaineering
The perfect kids’ backpack for every age
The proper boots for via ferratas
The right outdoor jacket for every event – an overview
THE RIGHT SHOES FOR YOUR OUTDOOR ADVENTURE!
The right ski trousers – a buying guide
The supposedly easy choice of the right outdoor socks
The world of lightweight tents – ultralight camping equipment
Tips for choosing waterproof trousers
Wetsuit buying guide
What are glacier glasses?
When it has to hold: everything about crampons
Fabrics & Technologies
A buyer’s guide to softshell membranes
An overview of sustainable down labels and certifications
Aramid/Kevlar: A super material for the outdoors?
Dermizax – a different kind of membrane
Down Buying Guide: Winter is the time to get down
DWR coatings – Blessing or a curse?
Everything you ever wanted to know about carabiner noses
Everything you ever wanted to know about Pertex fabrics
Flyweights for the back – the world of ultra-light backpacks
Glue-in bolts, expansion plugs, adhesive bolts, bolts. What now?
GORE-TEX PACLITE: Product technology for every day
GORE-TEX® ACTIVE: Stay light and fast
GORE® C-KNIT™ backer technology: soft and comfortable
Guide to sun-protective clothing
How GORE-TEX membranes work
How polarised sunglasses work
How to wash your hardshell jacket properly
How welded seams work
HyVent becomes DryVent – What it is and how it works
Let’s talk about PU coatings
Loden – an underrated fabric?
Lycra – an extremely versatile fibre
Material: What is carbon?
Merino wool – the functional fibre in detail
MIPS – Brainy Helmet Technology
Modal: What is it?
Nubuck leather – the pros and cons of a natural product
Nylon vs. Dyneema slings
Polyester: a fibre with a wide range of applications
Polygiene: How does the stink-blocker work, and is it sustainable?
Primaloft: a real alternative to down?
Shop consciously – BPS-free
Sympatex: Environmentally-friendly windproof and waterproof protection
That means PVC-free
The Vibram sole – it’s much more than just rubber
Thinsulate – the life of a product family
Tips & Tricks: Waterproof vs. water repellent
VEGAN ON THE GO – ANIMAL-FREE PRODUCTS FOR OUTDOOR PEOPLE
Water purification – Different treatment methods
What Does BPA-Free Mean – And Why It Matters
What does breathable mean?
What is microfibre? Properties, advantages, applications
Featured Posts UK
Camping in thunderstorms
Insect protection – What really helps
Trail running for beginners
Washing a wetsuit – how to clean it properly
Gear & Maintenance
A Guide to Tent Storage – Extend the Lifespan of Your Outdoor Gear
BICYCLE CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Care guide: how to clean and care for outdoor stoves
Care Instructions – How to clean and waterproof your tent
Care instructions for climbing ropes
Care instructions for down products
Care instructions for GORE-TEX-footwear
Care instructions for merino
Care instructions for PrimaLoft textiles
Care instructions for softshells
Care instructions for trail running shoes
Care Instructions for walking boots
Care instructions for water bottles
Care instructions for your fleece
Care instructions: How to care for your climbing shoes
Care instructions: How to clean your backpack properly
Care instructions: How to dry your outdoor shoes properly
Care instructions: How to repair your down jacket
Care instructions: How to repair your tent
Care instructions: How to wash your outdoor socks
Care instructions: waterproofing your outdoor shoes
First aid for your sleeping bag
Help! My Shoes Stink: A Practical Guide
How to clean, maintain and store natural rubber
How to Take Care of Your Sleeping Bag
How to transport gas canisters safely and dispose of them properly
How to wash a baseball cap properly
How to wash and care for your synthetic insulated jacket properly
How to wash your hydration system properly
How to waterproof hardshell jackets
Instructions: how to wax skis properly
Pilling – what to do when your outdoor clothing starts to lint?
Pilling – what to do when your outdoor clothing starts to lint?
Recycling clothes – a new life for jumpers, trousers etc.
Removing Sweat Odours from Clothes: Tips and Tricks
Repairing your fleece
Sleeping mats: Proper care, storage and repairs
The sole is worn out, but still good? Which brands offer resoling services?
Tips & Tricks: When to replace your climbing harness
Washing a wetsuit – how to clean it properly
Washing shoes: How to get your shoes clean again
Zipper repair – top tips and tricks
How-Tos
A buyer’s guide to carabiners – the unsung heroes of climbing
Active at night: tips for your evening run
ALONE IN CASE OF EMERGENCY – EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS ON SOLO TOURS
Alpine hazards and how to avoid them
An introduction to ultralight – Lighten up your equipment
An overview of sustainable down labels and certifications
Are you getting a good night’s sleep in your sleeping bag?
Barometric and GPS-based altimeters
Build your very own bouldering wall
Buyer’s guide to belay devices
Buyer’s guide to bike brakes: disc or rim brakes?
Camping in winter: Getting used to the cold
Canyoning – scrambling through gorges
Climbing and bouldering in Scandinavia
Climbing Technique Part 1 – Climbing Basics
Climbing Technique Part 2 – Types of Handholds
Coasteering for beginners – an active adventure along the coast
Common sport climbing mistakes to avoid
Confidence in the mountains – Improving your surefootedness and getting a head for heights
Cycling in the Rain: Wet, Splashed and Still Rolling
Deep water soloing – what’s that about?
Downhill mountain biking – a sport bursting with adrenaline and adventure!
Essential climbing knots for climbers and outdoor enthusiasts
Fear of falling and how to climb despite it
Find yourself and your way with a map and a compass
Hiking with your dog – everything you need to know about equipment, hiking routes and safety measures
Hill walking, hiking, trekking: what do they all mean?
Hotel Europe – Where is wild camping permitted?
How to break in your walking boots properly
How to do a river crossing
How to dress for a high-altitude mountaineering adventure
How to pack your rucksack
How to properly lace walking boots
How to set up a slackline without trees
How to set up your tarp with and (almost) without hardware
How to transport gas canisters safely and dispose of them properly
Insect protection – What really helps
IRON PATHS THROUGH STEEP ROCK – VIA FERRATA, HOW DOES IT ACTUALLY WORK?
Layering systems: to sweat or not to sweat
Luxiurious Nights – 6 Tips for Sleeping Better Outdoors
Making fire – a detailed step-by-step guide
Nutrition for hill walking and mountaineering
Old, unfit, clueless? Try rock climbing for beginners!
On the proper use of walking poles
Pilling – what to do when your outdoor clothing starts to lint?
Plogging – everything you need to know
Recycling clothes – a new life for jumpers, trousers etc.
Redpointing etc. – what do these common climbing terms mean
Softshell – Protection in the rain?
Speed climbing – what is it and why do it?
Speed Hiking – Hiking at top speed
Splitboarding in delightful landscapes covered in deep snow
STANDING FREELY WITH YOUR CAMPER VAN – A JOURNEY THROUGH THE (CONFUSING) LAWS OF EUROPE
Tensioning of the longline – pulleys for long slacklines
Tent alternatives: Floorless tents, bivvies and more
The best way to poop in the woods
The perfect spot for your tent
The thru hike: see it through!
Tips & Tricks: The temperature ratings on sleeping bags
Tips and tricks for sleeping in a hammock
Tips for bouldering: Training & Technique
Tips for Great Outdoor Photos
Trad climbing gear recommendation
Training tips for your first ultramarathon
Two boots and four paws – hill walking with your dog
VEGAN ON THE GO – ANIMAL-FREE PRODUCTS FOR OUTDOOR PEOPLE
What are the benefits of walking?
What is skyrunning?
WHAT IS… CYCLOCROSS?
Wild camping in Germany – verboten or not?
Manufacturers & Brands
66°North: functional apparel with style
An overview of Scandinavian outdoor brands
GORE-TEX® ACTIVE: Stay light and fast
GORE-TEX® PRO: built for the extremes
HOKA Running Shoes Reviewed: Key Differences and What to Look For
MATERIAL INFO: GORE-INFINIUM WINDSTOPPER®: Your shield against the wind
Northern Playground – “Drop your Trousers” in Norwegian
Páramo – An introduction and product review
Repairing instead of throwing away – the Patagonia Worn Wear Program
S.Café – Coffee You Can Wear
Say goodbye to wet feet: shoes with Gore-Tex membranes
Sustainability at Patagonia
The North Face’s Thermoball: An alternative to down?
The perfect material even in cold temperatures: Polartec
VAUDE: A pioneer in all things sustainability
Nature & History
Beeswax – A natural miracle worker
Bushcraft essentials: what you should definitely bring on your adventure in the forest!
Camping in thunderstorms
Chamois – true climbing artists of the mountains
Earth Day 2022
Marmot – Who’s Whistling Over There?
Mulesing-free merino – animal welfare and merino wool
Outdoor Cooking
Bannock bread – the classic of the outdoor kitchen
Brewing coffee in the great outdoors
The best snacks for hiking
Packing Lists
Backpacking Packing List: The Complete Checklist for Your Backpacking Trip
Basecamp Blog – Sitemap
Kilimanjaro hike – packing list tips
Mountaineering gear list
Packing list for camping
Packing list for hut-to-hut trips
Packing list: bivouacking
Packing list: Day hikes
Packing List: Mountain Bike Day Tour
Packing list: road cycling tour
Packing list: Trekking
Ski packing checklist
Ski touring packing list
People & Opinions
Outdoor clothing in the city centre? I need that!
Product Reviews
Best Hiking Backpacks Compared: The Best Models for Everyday Use, Day Hikes and Hut-to-Hut Treks
LANDING CHECK: LARGE CRASH PADS
Testing to find the best hiking poles – 8 walking poles in the Alpinetrek comparison
THE TERREX FREE HIKER – HIKING SHOE OR SNEAKER?
Size Guides
Are your climbing shoes too tight?
The perfect kids’ backpack for every age
The Team
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Tours & Travel Tips
Accursed Mountains
Atlas Mountains trekking
Between cliffs & sheep: hiking on the Faroe Islands
Caucasus: Mountains between continents and seas
Caving – Everything you need to know about exploring caves
Climb in Leonidio (Greece)
Climbing Mont Blanc: an overview of all four standard routes
Climbing the Grossglockner: Two Routes – the Normal Route and the Stüdlgrat
Crossing the Alps – the L1 from Garmisch to Lake Garda
Durmitor: summits, ridges, deep gorges
Fellow Alpine Trekker Jan on the Beacons Way
Fontainebleau – bouldering like royalty in France
GR 221 – Long-distance hiking in the Serra Tramuntana on Mallorca
Hiking in Scotland for everyone
Hiking in the Black Forest
Hiking in the Carpathian Mountains – bears, castles & summits
Hillwalking & Trekking on the Island of Flowers
How to dress for a high-altitude mountaineering adventure
Jotunheimen: between mass tourism and adventure
My favourite bouldering spot: Petrohrad
Mytikas – Mount Olympus
Nu kör vi! – Long-distance hikes in Sweden
Packrafting – hiking and canoeing with a super lightweight boat
Picos de Europa: underrated beauty
The Continental Divide Trail (CDT) – a personal report
The Dinaric Alps: The unknown neighbour | Alpinetrek
THE HIKE WITHIN – The Appalachian Trail in the USA
The Pacific Crest Trail from North to South
The Path of Unity: Peaks of the Balkans trail
The Pyrenees: beauty with character
The Tatra mountains: hikers’ paradise
Trekking in the Himalayas – a Mera Peak summit adventure
Training & Health
Active at night: tips for your evening run
Altitude sickness – prevention and treatment
Altitude training – basics, tips and when it’s worth it
Breathe deeply, take a cold shower, stick at it: what can the wim hof method do?
Bruised toenails – painful for hikers and trail runners
Climbing Technique Part 1 – Climbing Basics
Core exercises for climbers and boulderers
Hand and skin care for climbers
Headstand and handstand training
Implementing training at home – the mind is (un)willing…
Interval training for runners – how to become faster and build endurance
Land of limited possibilities: climbing training at home
Old, unfit, clueless? Try rock climbing for beginners!
Plogging – everything you need to know
Preparing for a half marathon
THE LOST KNEE
The Sun Salutation – your gentle introduction to the yoga flow
Trail running for beginners
Training tips for strong fingers
Triathlon training – tips to complete your first competition
Well prepared for spring: anaerobic training in mountain sports
What are the benefits of walking?
What can you do against blisters? Tips for prevention and treatment
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