In the beginning of April, I bought the Salomon S/LAB jacket and since then I’ve been regularly wearing it for running and on my hiking trips. The Salomon S/LAB jacket is a so-called windbreaker which means that it provides protection against the wind and is super lightweight. It weighs merely 85 grams (3 oz.) and…
Hiking boots are one of the most important outdoor purchases you’ll ever make and therefore buying a pair of hiking boots is never easy. Furthermore, hiking boots vary greatly in quality, weight, traction and breathability and you should of course consider these things before making a purchase. Here we selected the five best hiking boot…
A hydration vest is very useful for long-distance running, trekking, speed hiking and similar activities. Hydration vests allow you to drink on the go without stopping. They typically come with a hydration bladder, although some brands sell hydration bladders separately. Hydration vests differ by cargo capacity, but they typically don’t provide that much storage space…
Whether you are a recreational hiker or a hardcore mountaineer, you need good footwear. If you are mainly into “easy” trails (in terms of terrain, not necessarily distance) you will probably be better off wearing a pair of good trekking shoes (also referred to as hiking shoes) rather than regular hiking boots. Not only are…
