Outdoor Guide & Packing Lists for Hiking, Camping & More

Planning a mountain hut trek or multi-day hike? Then the question arises: do you take a full sleeping bag or is a hostel sleeping bag (liner) enough? This guide explains the difference, when each option...

Planning your next outdoor tour and wondering: Which products really deliver on their promises? We've put the most important outdoor categories to the test — from base layers to equipment — and show you what...

Are you looking for the perfect sleeping bag for your outdoor adventures between spring and autumn? The 3 Season Sleeping Bag Test shows you using the example of the Alpin Loacker Down Pro 3 what...

The fleece jacket is essential gear for every hiker – lightweight, warm, quick-drying, low-maintenance. But there's a world of difference between micro-fleece, grid-fleece, and merino-fleece. This guide explains which fleece jacket for hiking really works...

Anyone who has ever stood frozen on a mountain peak or conquered a long ascent drenched in sweat knows the problem: wearing the wrong clothes. The onion principle – also called the layering system –...

When temperatures drop, many outdoor enthusiasts ask themselves the same question: Down jacket or fleece jacket – what's the better choice for hiking, trekking and mountaineering? Both jackets insulate, both are popular, yet they work...

Once you've worn high-quality merino wool on your skin, you rarely want to go back to cotton or synthetic fibers. The fine natural fiber from the merino sheep combines properties that no other material offers...

Once you've worn Merino socks, you'll never want to go back to cotton or pure synthetic socks. Merino wool regulates temperature, inhibits odors, and feels comfortable even after hours in mountain boots. In this guide,...

What Makes Merino Wool So Special? 7 Real Benefits Explained — Plus Care Tips to Keep Your Merino Shirt Going for Years. The Complete Guide by Alpin Loacker.