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66°North: functional apparel with style
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 cycling shoes
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
An overview of Scandinavian outdoor brands
Are you getting a good night’s sleep in your sleeping bag?
Are your climbing shoes too tight?
Barometric and GPS-based altimeters
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
Care instructions: How to clean your backpack properly
Decisions, decisions: Finding the right walking trousers
DIY: Build your very own suspension trainer!
Down Buying Guide: Winter is the time to get down
Faster running shorts – a buyer’s guide to shorts and ¾ length tights
Finding the right outdoor trousers
GETTING TO GRIPS WITH ICE TOOLS – BUYING TIPS
Glue-in bolts, expansion plugs, adhesive bolts, bolts. What now?
Gore Thermium® – Warm and windproof
GORE-TEX® ACTIVE: Stay light and fast
GORE-TEX® PRO: built for the extremes
Hard shell, soft core? – hardshell vs. softshell
Hiking clothes: the basics
LANDING CHECK: LARGE CRASH PADS
Light & Fast: Speed hiking gear
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT: TIPS FOR FINDING THE RIGHT HEAD TORCH
Lightweight Outdoor Shoes – A Buying Guide
MATERIAL INFO: GORE-INFINIUM WINDSTOPPER®: Your shield against the wind
More than just a down blanket – the advantages of a quilt
Mountaineering gear list
MTB shoes buyer’s guide: How to find the right shoe
NEVER GO WITHOUT AIR AGAIN: BUYER’S GUIDE TO INNER TUBES
Northern Playground – “Drop your Trousers” in Norwegian
Nylon vs. Dyneema slings
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
Páramo – An introduction and product review
PRICE VS. PERFORMANCE – HOW TO GET GOOD EQUIPMENT EVEN ON A SMALL BUDGET
Repairing instead of throwing away – the Patagonia Worn Wear Program
Road bike shoes for maximum efficiency
S.Café – Coffee You Can Wear
Say goodbye to wet feet: shoes with Gore-Tex membranes
Shoes built to last: An introduction to different shoe lasts
Show off your feet – trekking sandals, a buying guide
SKI GOGGLES – A QUICK OVERVIEW
Ski touring packing list
Softshell trousers vs. walking trousers
Stand-up Paddling – finding the right SUP board
Sustainability at Patagonia
Telescoping poles for walking and mountaineering
Tensioning of the longline – pulleys for long slacklines
The big food test: Trekking food!
The crash pad
The North Face’s Thermoball: An alternative to down?
The Ohm from Edelrid – A difference maker
The perfect kids’ backpack for every age
The perfect material even in cold temperatures: Polartec
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 TERREX FREE HIKER – HIKING SHOE OR SNEAKER?
The world of lightweight tents – ultralight camping equipment
Tips & Tricks: When to replace your climbing harness
Tips for choosing waterproof trousers
VAUDE: A pioneer in all things sustainability
Wetsuit buying guide
What are glacier glasses?
When it has to hold: everything about crampons
Alpinetrek
Alpine Trekkers visit DMM in Wales
Climate and Environmental Protection – Interview with Johanna
Hiking clothes: the basics
Or so it seemed…
Responsible employer – Interview with Constanze
Sustainability at Alpinetrek – Interview with Matthias & Ronny
The Supply Chain – Interview with Caro
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 cycling shoes
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
Finding the right outdoor trousers
GETTING TO GRIPS WITH ICE TOOLS – BUYING TIPS
Glue-in bolts, expansion plugs, adhesive bolts, bolts. What now?
Hiking clothes: the basics
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
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 crash pad
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?
Buy consciously – that means pvc-free
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 Thermium® – Warm and windproof
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
Lycra – an extremely versatile fibre
Material: What is carbon?
Merino wool – the functional fibre in detail
MIPS – Brainy Helmet Technology
Modal fabric: 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?
Sympatex: Environmentally-friendly windproof and waterproof protection
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 breathable mean?
Featured Posts UK
GORE-TEX® ACTIVE: Stay light and fast
Headstand and handstand training
VEGAN ON THE GO – ANIMAL-FREE PRODUCTS FOR OUTDOOR PEOPLE
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 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
How to Take Care of Your Sleeping Bag
How to transport gas canisters safely and dispose of them properly
How to wash and care for your synthetic insulated jacket properly
How to wash your hydration system properly
How to waterproof hardshell jackets
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
How-Tos
A buyer’s guide to carabiners – the unsung heroes of climbing
A guide through the jungle of certified labels
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
Common sport climbing mistakes to avoid
Confidence in the mountains – Improving your surefootedness and getting a head for heights
Deep water soloing – what’s that about?
Fear of falling and how to climb despite it
Find yourself and your way with a map and a compass
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 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
Making fire – a detailed step-by-step guide
Nutrition for hill walking and mountaineering
On the proper use of walking poles
Outdoor clothing in the city centre? I need that!
PRICE VS. PERFORMANCE – HOW TO GET GOOD EQUIPMENT EVEN ON A SMALL BUDGET
Softshell – Protection in the rain?
Speed Hiking – Hiking at top speed
STANDING FREELY WITH YOUR CAMPER VAN – A JOURNEY THROUGH THE (CONFUSING) LAWS OF EUROPE
Tent alternatives: Floorless tents, bivvies and more
The best way to poop in the woods
The perfect spot for your tent
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
Two boots and four paws – hill walking with your dog
VEGAN ON THE GO – ANIMAL-FREE PRODUCTS FOR OUTDOOR PEOPLE
What is skyrunning?
WHAT IS… CYCLOCROSS?
Wild camping in Germany – verboten or not?
Know-How
A buyer’s guide to carabiners – the unsung heroes of climbing
A buyer’s guide to softshell membranes
A guide through the jungle of certified labels
A Guide to Tent Storage – Extend the Lifespan of Your Outdoor Gear
ALONE IN CASE OF EMERGENCY – EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS ON SOLO TOURS
Alpine hazards and how to avoid them
Altitude sickness – prevention and treatment
Altitude training – basics, tips and when it’s worth it
An introduction to ultralight – Lighten up your equipment
An overview of sustainable down labels and certifications
Antagonist training: Exercises for boulderers and climbers
Aramid/Kevlar: A super material for the outdoors?
Are you getting a good night’s sleep in your sleeping bag?
Bannock bread – the classic of the outdoor kitchen
Barometric and GPS-based altimeters
Beeswax – A natural miracle worker
BICYCLE CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Breathe deeply, take a cold shower, stick at it: what can the wim hof method do?
Brewing coffee in the great outdoors
Bruised toenails – painful for hikers and trail runners
Build your very own bouldering wall
Bushcraft essentials: what you should definitely bring on your adventure in the forest!
Buy consciously – that means pvc-free
Buyer’s guide to belay devices
Buyer’s guide to bike brakes: disc or rim brakes?
Camping in thunderstorms
Camping in winter: Getting used to the cold
Canyoning – scrambling through gorges
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 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 patch up holes in your sleeping mat
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
Care tips for clothing with a Sympatex membrane
Climbing and bouldering in Scandinavia
Climbing Technique Part 1 – Climbing Basics
Climbing Technique Part 2 – Types of Handholds
Common sport climbing mistakes to avoid
Confidence in the mountains – Improving your surefootedness and getting a head for heights
Deep water soloing – what’s that about?
Dermizax – a different kind of membrane
Down Buying Guide: Winter is the time to get down
DWR coatings – Blessing or a curse?
Earth Day 2022
Everything you ever wanted to know about carabiner noses
Everything you ever wanted to know about Pertex fabrics
Fear of falling and how to climb despite it
Find yourself and your way with a map and a compass
First aid for your sleeping bag
First-aid kit essentials for your backpack
Flyweights for the back – the world of ultra-light backpacks
Glue-in bolts, expansion plugs, adhesive bolts, bolts. What now?
Gore Thermium® – Warm and windproof
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
Hand and skin care for climbers
Headstand and handstand training
Hill walking, hiking, trekking: what do they all mean?
Hotel Europe – Where is wild camping permitted?
How GORE-TEX membranes work
How polarised sunglasses work
How to break in your walking boots properly
How to clean and care for high-quality GORE-TEX® products properly
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 Take Care of Your Sleeping Bag
How to transport gas canisters safely and dispose of them properly
How to treat, care for and store your ski skins properly
How to wash and care for your synthetic insulated jacket properly
How to wash your hardshell jacket properly
How to wash your hydration system properly
How to waterproof hardshell jackets
How welded seams work
HyVent becomes DryVent – What it is and how it works
Implementing training at home – the mind is (un)willing…
Insect protection – What really helps
IRON PATHS THROUGH STEEP ROCK – VIA FERRATA, HOW DOES IT ACTUALLY WORK?
Land of limited possibilities: climbing training at home
Layering systems: to sweat or not to sweat
Let’s talk about PU coatings
Lycra – an extremely versatile fibre
Making fire – a detailed step-by-step guide
Material: What is carbon?
Merino wool – the functional fibre in detail
MIPS – Brainy Helmet Technology
Modal fabric: What is it?
My favourite bouldering spot: Petrohrad
Nubuck leather – the pros and cons of a natural product
Nutrition for hill walking and mountaineering
Nylon vs. Dyneema slings
On the proper use of walking poles
Outdoor clothing in the city centre? I need that!
Pilling – what to do when your outdoor clothing starts to lint?
Polyester: a fibre with a wide range of applications
Polygiene: How does the stink-blocker work, and is it sustainable?
Preparing for a half marathon
Preventing strain on hands and fingers – how do I determine my finger strength?
PRICE VS. PERFORMANCE – HOW TO GET GOOD EQUIPMENT EVEN ON A SMALL BUDGET
Primaloft: a real alternative to down?
Repairing your fleece
Sleeping mats: Proper care, storage and repairs
Snow blindness and the dangers of UV radiation
So, why not bake yourself some mountain bread?
Softshell – Protection in the rain?
Speed Hiking – Hiking at top speed
STANDING FREELY WITH YOUR CAMPER VAN – A JOURNEY THROUGH THE (CONFUSING) LAWS OF EUROPE
Sustainability and the outdoor industry
Sympatex: Environmentally-friendly windproof and waterproof protection
Tent alternatives: Floorless tents, bivvies and more
The best way to poop in the woods
THE LOST KNEE
The perfect spot for your tent
The sole is worn out, but still good? Which brands offer resoling services?
The subletities of the clip stick and why it makes sense
The Vibram sole – it’s much more than just rubber
Thinsulate – the life of a product family
Tips & Tricks: The temperature ratings on sleeping bags
Tips & Tricks: Waterproof vs. water repellent
Tips & Tricks: When to replace your climbing harness
Tips and tricks for sleeping in a hammock
Tips for bouldering: Training & Technique
Tips for Great Outdoor Photos
Training tips for strong fingers
Two boots and four paws – hill walking with your dog
VEGAN ON THE GO – ANIMAL-FREE PRODUCTS FOR OUTDOOR PEOPLE
Water purification – Different treatment methods
What can you do against blisters? Tips for prevention and treatment
What does breathable mean?
What is skyrunning?
WHAT IS… CYCLOCROSS?
What to do about ticks?
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
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
Earth Day 2022
Sustainability and the outdoor industry
Outdoor Cooking
Bannock bread – the classic of the outdoor kitchen
Brewing coffee in the great outdoors
Packing Lists
Basecamp Blog – Sitemap
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 touring packing list
Product Reviews
LANDING CHECK: LARGE CRASH PADS
THE TERREX FREE HIKER – HIKING SHOE OR SNEAKER?
Size Guides
Are your climbing shoes too tight?
The perfect kids’ backpack for every age
Straight Talk
Or so it seemed…
Tours & Travel Tips
Crossing the Alps – the L1 from Garmisch to Lake Garda
Fellow Alpine Trekker Jan on the Beacons Way
GR 221 – Long-distance hiking in the Serra Tramuntana on Mallorca
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
THE HIKE WITHIN – The Appalachian Trail in the USA
Training & Health
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
Hand and skin care for climbers
Headstand and handstand training
Implementing training at home – the mind is (un)willing…
Land of limited possibilities: climbing training at home
Preparing for a half marathon
THE LOST KNEE
Training tips for strong fingers
What can you do against blisters? Tips for prevention and treatment
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Climate and Environmental Protection – Interview with Johanna
Responsible employer – Interview with Constanze
Sustainability at Alpinetrek – Interview with Matthias & Ronny
The Supply Chain – Interview with Caro
Posts
Advice
66°North: functional apparel with style
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 cycling shoes
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
An overview of Scandinavian outdoor brands
Are you getting a good night’s sleep in your sleeping bag?
Are your climbing shoes too tight?
Barometric and GPS-based altimeters
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
Care instructions: How to clean your backpack properly
Decisions, decisions: Finding the right walking trousers
DIY: Build your very own suspension trainer!
Down Buying Guide: Winter is the time to get down
Faster running shorts – a buyer’s guide to shorts and ¾ length tights
Finding the right outdoor trousers
GETTING TO GRIPS WITH ICE TOOLS – BUYING TIPS
Glue-in bolts, expansion plugs, adhesive bolts, bolts. What now?
Gore Thermium® – Warm and windproof
GORE-TEX® ACTIVE: Stay light and fast
GORE-TEX® PRO: built for the extremes
Hard shell, soft core? – hardshell vs. softshell
Hiking clothes: the basics
LANDING CHECK: LARGE CRASH PADS
Light & Fast: Speed hiking gear
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT: TIPS FOR FINDING THE RIGHT HEAD TORCH
Lightweight Outdoor Shoes – A Buying Guide
MATERIAL INFO: GORE-INFINIUM WINDSTOPPER®: Your shield against the wind
More than just a down blanket – the advantages of a quilt
Mountaineering gear list
MTB shoes buyer’s guide: How to find the right shoe
NEVER GO WITHOUT AIR AGAIN: BUYER’S GUIDE TO INNER TUBES
Northern Playground – “Drop your Trousers” in Norwegian
Nylon vs. Dyneema slings
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
Páramo – An introduction and product review
PRICE VS. PERFORMANCE – HOW TO GET GOOD EQUIPMENT EVEN ON A SMALL BUDGET
Repairing instead of throwing away – the Patagonia Worn Wear Program
Road bike shoes for maximum efficiency
S.Café – Coffee You Can Wear
Say goodbye to wet feet: shoes with Gore-Tex membranes
Shoes built to last: An introduction to different shoe lasts
Show off your feet – trekking sandals, a buying guide
SKI GOGGLES – A QUICK OVERVIEW
Ski touring packing list
Softshell trousers vs. walking trousers
Stand-up Paddling – finding the right SUP board
Sustainability at Patagonia
Telescoping poles for walking and mountaineering
Tensioning of the longline – pulleys for long slacklines
The big food test: Trekking food!
The crash pad
The North Face’s Thermoball: An alternative to down?
The Ohm from Edelrid – A difference maker
The perfect kids’ backpack for every age
The perfect material even in cold temperatures: Polartec
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 TERREX FREE HIKER – HIKING SHOE OR SNEAKER?
The world of lightweight tents – ultralight camping equipment
Tips & Tricks: When to replace your climbing harness
Tips for choosing waterproof trousers
VAUDE: A pioneer in all things sustainability
Wetsuit buying guide
What are glacier glasses?
When it has to hold: everything about crampons
Alpinetrek
Alpine Trekkers visit DMM in Wales
Climate and Environmental Protection – Interview with Johanna
Hiking clothes: the basics
Or so it seemed…
Responsible employer – Interview with Constanze
Sustainability at Alpinetrek – Interview with Matthias & Ronny
The Supply Chain – Interview with Caro
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 cycling shoes
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
Finding the right outdoor trousers
GETTING TO GRIPS WITH ICE TOOLS – BUYING TIPS
Glue-in bolts, expansion plugs, adhesive bolts, bolts. What now?
Hiking clothes: the basics
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
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 crash pad
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?
Buy consciously – that means pvc-free
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 Thermium® – Warm and windproof
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
Lycra – an extremely versatile fibre
Material: What is carbon?
Merino wool – the functional fibre in detail
MIPS – Brainy Helmet Technology
Modal fabric: 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?
Sympatex: Environmentally-friendly windproof and waterproof protection
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 breathable mean?
Featured Posts UK
GORE-TEX® ACTIVE: Stay light and fast
Headstand and handstand training
VEGAN ON THE GO – ANIMAL-FREE PRODUCTS FOR OUTDOOR PEOPLE
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 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
How to Take Care of Your Sleeping Bag
How to transport gas canisters safely and dispose of them properly
How to wash and care for your synthetic insulated jacket properly
How to wash your hydration system properly
How to waterproof hardshell jackets
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
How-Tos
A buyer’s guide to carabiners – the unsung heroes of climbing
A guide through the jungle of certified labels
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
Common sport climbing mistakes to avoid
Confidence in the mountains – Improving your surefootedness and getting a head for heights
Deep water soloing – what’s that about?
Fear of falling and how to climb despite it
Find yourself and your way with a map and a compass
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 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
Making fire – a detailed step-by-step guide
Nutrition for hill walking and mountaineering
On the proper use of walking poles
Outdoor clothing in the city centre? I need that!
PRICE VS. PERFORMANCE – HOW TO GET GOOD EQUIPMENT EVEN ON A SMALL BUDGET
Softshell – Protection in the rain?
Speed Hiking – Hiking at top speed
STANDING FREELY WITH YOUR CAMPER VAN – A JOURNEY THROUGH THE (CONFUSING) LAWS OF EUROPE
Tent alternatives: Floorless tents, bivvies and more
The best way to poop in the woods
The perfect spot for your tent
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
Two boots and four paws – hill walking with your dog
VEGAN ON THE GO – ANIMAL-FREE PRODUCTS FOR OUTDOOR PEOPLE
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
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
Earth Day 2022
Sustainability and the outdoor industry
Outdoor Cooking
Bannock bread – the classic of the outdoor kitchen
Brewing coffee in the great outdoors
Packing Lists
Basecamp Blog – Sitemap
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 touring packing list
Product Reviews
LANDING CHECK: LARGE CRASH PADS
THE TERREX FREE HIKER – HIKING SHOE OR SNEAKER?
Size Guides
Are your climbing shoes too tight?
The perfect kids’ backpack for every age
Straight Talk
Or so it seemed…
Tours & Travel Tips
Crossing the Alps – the L1 from Garmisch to Lake Garda
Fellow Alpine Trekker Jan on the Beacons Way
GR 221 – Long-distance hiking in the Serra Tramuntana on Mallorca
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
THE HIKE WITHIN – The Appalachian Trail in the USA
Training & Health
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
Hand and skin care for climbers
Headstand and handstand training
Implementing training at home – the mind is (un)willing…
Land of limited possibilities: climbing training at home
Preparing for a half marathon
THE LOST KNEE
Training tips for strong fingers
What can you do against blisters? Tips for prevention and treatment
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Climate and Environmental Protection – Interview with Johanna
Responsible employer – Interview with Constanze
Sustainability at Alpinetrek – Interview with Matthias & Ronny
The Supply Chain – Interview with Caro
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