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Learn to cook a delicous meal on the camping stove and break in your walking boots properly. With our simple practical tips, we show you how to master the obstacles of everyday outdoor life.

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Jan

Hiking with your dog – everything you need to know about equipment, hiking routes and safety measures

Hiking with dogs is a wonderful experience and a genuine enrichment for both humans and animals – whether you’re walking across lowland paths, along the coast or in the mountains. To ensure that both you and your dog can enjoy your outings without a worry, it’s worth preparing well. In this article, we explain what […]

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Lisa

Luxiurious Nights – 6 Tips for Sleeping Better Outdoors

What on earth is going on with spring this year? Absolutely miserable, honestly. And yes, I know it’s good for nature and we can’t expect sunshine every day. But my little outdoor heart needs some proper rays every now and then. And for more than five minutes at a time. Right, enough grumbling – back […]

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Jörn

Cycling in the Rain: Wet, Splashed and Still Rolling

I’ll admit it freely: I’m a fair-weather cyclist. If I get caught in the rain, so be it. But choosing to ride in it? You’d have to twist my arm. If you’re hardier than I am, or simply don’t have a choice – perhaps you’re a commuter or rely on your bike to get around […]

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Lisa

Recycling clothes – a new life for jumpers, trousers etc.

Recycling clothes – how can I make a contribution? Your much-loved hiking trousers, down jacket or outdoor blouse are worn out or simply no longer fit. And in a way you feel sorry for it, but the item of clothing has reached the end of its useful life and has to be discarded. It would […]

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Lisa

Pilling – what to do when your outdoor clothing starts to lint?

It is not just hikers, climbers and cyclists who are regularly annoyed by these little balls that form on their favourite clothes. This “little fluff”, or pilling, does not stop at jackets and trousers – it even creeps into our T-shirts, socks and underwear. For most people, pilling is a sign that textiles have grown […]

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Stephan

How to do a river crossing

Watercourses will often cross your path during trekking, hiking and mountaineering. In the Alps, you’ll usually find a bridge or a similar structure exactly where you need it. It’ll be quite different, however, when you’re out and about in Scandinavia or on other continents. Then you’ll need some expertise and equipment for river crossing. But […]

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Trad climbing gear recommendation

Trad climbing, also known as traditional climbing or clean climbing, is a method of climbing where climbers use their own belay gear in the form of mobile hangers to secure themselves on the natural features of a rock wall during an ascent. As opposed to sport climbing, there are no pre-drilled holes or fixed anchor […]

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Stephan

Essential climbing knots for climbers and outdoor enthusiasts

The essentials of climbing knots at a glance It’s unbelievable all the things you can do with a pliable piece of textile. The right twists and turns in the right place open up a lot of options. They frequently even save lives. A climber knot is vital during climbing and mountaineering in particular. That’s why […]

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Daniela

Downhill mountain biking – a sport bursting with adrenaline and adventure!

What is downhill mountain biking? Downhill mountain biking is a fascinating type of biking. It combines adrenaline, speed and daredevil action. As the name suggests, the task is to master steep slopes, challenging terrain, technical descents and big jumps. Not only does it demand speed, but also dexterity, technique and balance – and everything in […]

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