Apricoat Adventure Pants Review

Apricoat is a US-based startup that specializes in sustainable adventure clothing. The company was established in 2017 when it launched a successful Kickstarter campaign for a high-performance jacket which came packed with features for adventurers. Today, Apricoat makes a wider range of products such as various jackets, pants, shirts and thermal wear. Nevertheless, the company…

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Apricoat Adventure Pants

Sea to Summit Spark 28F Sleeping Bag Review

After having been sold out for a long time, we were finally able to receive the Sea to Summit Spark 28F sleeping bag for testing in the very beginning of summer in return for an unbiased review. With EN13537 temperature ratings of 4ºC (38 ºF) as the comfort temperature, -2 ºC (28ºF) as the lower…

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Sea to Summit Spark 28F - packed inside storage bag

Isobaa Long Sleeve Zip Neck Review

Isobaa is a British company which specializes in Merino wool apparel for sports and everyday use. I tested their products in the past and was always pleased with their performance, comfort and durability. In the spring I received their Long Sleeve Zip Neck for testing, and I immediately started wearing it for hiking, bike commuting…

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Isobaa Long Sleeve Zip Neck Review

Tifosi Davos Sunglasses Review

A few months ago, I received the Tifosi Davos sunglasses for testing. Tifosi is a US-based eyewear manufacturer which makes sunglasses with focus on quality, style, function and value. The company was established in 2003 and today their products are sold in more than sixty countries. They specialize in sports sunglasses, but they also make…

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Tifosi Davos Sunglasses - on each side there is an oblong vent close to nose bridge on top and two at the bottom close to the corner of the lens

Sea to Summit Telos TR3 Tent Review

For a long time, we have been without a lightweight backpacking tent which would pack small and provide good weather protection. We were thus head over heels when Sea to Summit offered us to test its Telos TR3 tent in return for an unbiased review. We received the tent a couple of months ago and…

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Sea to Summit Telos TR3 Tent - partial mode is great for admiring the surroundings

Sunnybag Leaf Pro Solar Charger – Review

Several months ago, we got in touch with the Austrian company Sunnybag. Sunnybag manufactures various gadgets for hiking, backpacking and other outdoor activities. Their offer includes solar chargers, power banks and backpacks with integrated solar panels. They offered us their flagship product Leaf Pro solar charger for testing. I quickly checked the technical specifications and…

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Sunnybag Leaf Pro Review

Tifosi Swoon Polarized Sunglasses – Review

In the beginning of the year, we were contacted by the American eyewear company Tifosi Optics, which asked us to test some of their products in return for an unbiased review. I opted for the Tifosi Swoon sunglasses with polarized lenses, while Blaz chose the Tifosi Davos sunglasses with interchangeable lenses (reviewed here). For the…

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ArcticDry Waterproof Socks Review

A few months ago, I received the ArcticDry waterproof socks for testing and since then I’ve been regularly wearing them for hiking, bike commuting and everyday use. The ArcticDry socks are classic waterproof socks. They are made of 3 layers where the waterproof/breathable membrane is sandwiched between the lining and the outer layer. According to…

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ArcticDry Waterproof Socks Review

Cimalp Storm PRO 3 H Jacket Review

In February, I got the Cimalp Storm PRO 3 H jacket. The Cimalp Storm PRO 3 H is a 3-layer rain jacket which is primarily designed for trail running. Therefore, it’s made of a very breathable fabric and is super lightweight. The jacket in size M weighs merely 9.7 oz. (275 g). I decided to…

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Cimalp Storm PRO 3 H Jacket Review

Lowa Renegade GTX Lo Hiking Shoes Review

In February, I bought the Lowa Renegade GTX Lo hiking shoes and immediately started wearing them for hiking, trekking and everyday use. I’m a big fan of Lowa hiking footwear. I bought my first pair of their shoes, the Lowa Innox GTX Lo, in 2018 and was incredibly satisfied with them. Nevertheless, following the three…

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Lowa Renegade Review