In the spring I was in Slovenia and of course I wanted to go hiking. The weather was unfortunately quite bad during my stay and thus I really struggled to find a day suitable for hiking at higher altitudes. Nevertheless, there was an opening in the middle of…
Over the last few years, the popularity of sleeping bags has significantly decreased as many backpackers started using quilts instead. Quilts are basically lightweight insulated blankets and there is no doubt, that they’re great. They are very comfortable, lightweight and easy to fit in the backpack because they pack very small. However, sleeping bags do…
The Dolomites are a fantastic destination for active holidays, both in winter and in summer. In winter many people go there to ski and in summer the location is excellent for hiking and mountain biking. Me and my wife went there on holidays two years in a row. We really enjoyed our holidays both times…
Buying a new backpack and not sure what size you need? In this article we’ll explain how to choose the right backpack size for your needs. Choosing the right size of backpack is tricky because it depends on many different factors such as duration of your activities, your packing style and quality of your gear….
When you go out hiking, it’s good to bring a map, especially if you’re hiking in areas with little people or terrain that’s tricky navigation-wise. Electronic devices such as smartphones and handheld GPS devices are indeed great, but they don’t replace a map and a compass because they’re not as reliable. They can run out…
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