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Trail Running: How to Manage Thermoregulation, ...

Trail running demands sustained, variable effort often at altitude. The body generates intense heat uphill, cools downhill, and faces changing wind, humidity, and sun exposure. Gear must be lightweight, breathable,...

Mountaineering: How to Dress for Cold, Wind, Al...

Mountaineering combines extreme cold, strong winds, high altitude, prolonged effort, and constant exposure. Slow progress phases alternate with technical sections where every move demands precision and consistent warmth. Gear must...

Climbing: How to Gear for Optimal Mobility, Bre...

Climbing demands a unique combination of features: full freedom of movement, precise moisture management, abrasion resistance, and wind protection on the rock face. Unlike endurance sports, the effort is intense...

Alpine Skiing: How to Dress for Cold, Wind, and...

Alpine skiing presents challenges often underestimated: prolonged wind exposure on lifts, static phases where the body cools quickly, and intense descents generating sudden heat. The clothing system must protect against...

Ski Touring: How to Gear Up According to Effort...

Ski touring demands precise management of heat, moisture, and wind. Unlike alpine skiing, which alternates effort and rest, the ascent generates continuous heat while the descent abruptly exposes you to...

Caring for Your AYAQ Fleece: Preserving Warmth,...

An AYAQ fleece is engineered to withstand repeated mountain use: layering, abrasion from backpacks, temperature fluctuations, and continuous moisture management. The KOKANEE (men’s / women’s) model focuses on performance and...