Winter hiking with kids

A snowball battle? Sure, that always works. But a winter hike with children? Here's how to have the most outdoor fun with your kids. Jetzt lesen

Training for ski mountaineering in the off-season

Michele Boscacci: “Summer training means everything” Ski mountaineering has been part of my life since I was a child. Later it developed into a passion and fortunately, I was able to make it my profession as a sponsored athlete for La-Sportiva. But my training is not… Jetzt lesen

Iceland: Ice climbing in the Elven realm

Had enough of climbing indoors or on the ice tower? Then let's go ice climbing in Iceland - the insider winter tip for adventure seekers and nature lovers. Ben Weiler talks about his trip through a country full of contrasts. Jetzt lesen

Allgäu – ice climbing a classic

What other years dreamed of for years became reality for the five participants of the Ice Climbing Alpine Camp with Camp/Cassin within two days - the ascent of the Rubihorn North Face. Mountain sports blogger and Bergzeit brand ambassador Erika Dürr/Ulligunde was present at the alpine camp and covers the ice climbing adventure in Allgäu for you. Jetzt lesen

Washing functional clothing: All tips for keeping your base layers in good nick

The textile wonders, which are worn directly on the skin, cool the body during physical exercise and keep it warm in cold weather. You can only maintain their function with good care. And this is how you ought to wash your functional underwear: Keeping your gear working functionally,… Jetzt lesen

Primus – high-quality outfitter from Europe

In their small forge workshop, business partners F.W. Lindqvist and J.V. Svenson worked on the development of portable petroleum stoves. In March 1892 they started production of the first soot-free petroleum stove ever. They appropriately christened it "PRIMUS". Since then the brand has been developing durable quality products. Jetzt lesen

Shoe Size Charts: Size guide and conversion info

World wide, there are four shoe size systems that are used. We explain in our Buyer's Guide. Jetzt lesen

Packing list for sport climbing

Packing for sport climbing? Our climbing packing list - making sure nothing gets left behind. Jetzt lesen

Children’s winter boots: a buyer’s guide

After-school play, winter walks and fun on the toboggan slopes. What defines a reliable winter boot? Jetzt lesen

Gore-Tex Buyer’s Guide: Active, Pro, Windstopper & Co. – what can they do?

With over 40 years of experience, W. L. Gore has clearly established itself as the market leader in functional textiles. With Gore-Tex® Active and Gore-Tex® Pro, outdoor athletes find two special solutions for demanding use in wind and weather. Jetzt lesen

Which headlamp? A buyer’s guide

Headlamps are indispensable - wear them for a run after dark right up to professional use. A guide. Jetzt lesen

Fleece jacket: Fabric info and buyer’s guide

What sort of fleece jacket do I need?. What type of fleece gives extra warmth? What defines quality? Jetzt lesen