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Equipping for Cold: Insulation, Layers, and Com...

Cold in the mountains isn’t just about the outside temperature: wind, humidity, exertion level, and clothing saturation all shape thermal comfort. To perform well, you need to understand insulation, ventilation,...

Equipping for Rain: Understanding Waterproofing...

Rain tests more than just a garment’s waterproofing; it challenges the coherence of the entire system. During exertion, the body generates heat and moisture that must be expelled while blocking...

Gear for Wind: Protection Without Overheating

Wind is one of the most underestimated factors in the mountains. It accelerates heat loss, disrupts garment breathability, and can turn a comfortable outing into a critical situation, even at...

Continuous Effort Ventilation: The Defrasne Method

Whether cross-country skiing, trail running, or ski touring, the difference between a controlled outing and overheating often comes down to one detail: ventilation. Vincent Defrasne, Olympic biathlon champion, spent much...

How to Choose Technical Pants: Mobility, Abrasi...

Choosing a technical pant means balancing three key needs: mobility, abrasion resistance, and protection against wind, snow, and rain. On the trail, the lower body endures friction, bending, and changing...

Why Choose Merino for Outdoor Activities: Therm...

Certified RWS merino wool has become the benchmark for technical outdoor apparel thanks to its natural regulation of heat, moisture, and odors, while remaining soft against the skin. Unlike synthetic...