The Kaipara MERINO HOODY SWEAT JACKET 270 is a 100% merino woolen midlayer that’s “Born in New Zealand. Made in Germany” – so their slogan. Page Contents1 Who is […]
DIY: Build a stand-alone flexible Hangboard frame
Why build a Hangboard frame when there are ready to use door mounting systems available? A lot depends on which material your door frame is made of. And your […]
10 Christmas gift ideas for the climber
For some, mention Christmas and you see them running off leaving you wondering what you said wrong? Others would bake, decorate, light up their houses 3 months before. I usually […]
Test Review – Creek 50 Pack, Black Diamond
The Creek 50 Pack is a Toploader for climbers intending to spend a gear-intensive day out at the crags. And it has all the benefits of a haul bag […]
Test Review – Houdini’s new Power Air Houdi with Polartec Power Air
The Power Air Houdi is the result of an innovative project between Polartec and Houdini Sportswear, who was one of the first few outdoor companies that integrated the Polartec® […]
Projecting – how a redpoint changes how you think about climbing
The term redpoint or pink pointing a climb is also commonly known as “crushing” or “sending” it. An awkward, but convenient catchall term originating from across the pond. Projecting […]
Review – Using the TK Wide and insulated Food Canister from Klean Kanteen
When I first held Klean Kanteen ‘s TK Wide at the ISPO exhibition this year, I was full of ideas what I could do with it. Big excitement, when […]
Climb in Leonidio, Peloponnese
A rest day in Leonidio. It was raining. The sun shone brightly in between the thunderstorms at the coast, as we gazed upon the sea from the coastal Taverna […]
Plaisir climbing in Haut Provence, France
We grabbed a cafe au liat with a croissant amandé in town before we started that climbing day in the Provence. But as a person who don’t drink coffee […]
10 things NOT to do in Leonidio
Leonidio, a small town in the middle of the Greek Peloponnese peninsula is establishing quickly to be a popular climbing destination on this globus. What could be worse than doing all […]
Garmont Ascent GTX – a test review
When looking for a mountaineering boot, ask yourself is if you are going to mainly hike or climb. If you’re an ambitious summiter, the answer would logically probably be both. […]
Of Gorges and Peaks in the Zugspitze Region, Garmisch Partenkirchen // press trip
There’s plenty to do and see in the Zugspitze Region. Hike, bike, paraglide, conquer peaks in many ways or just bum out in one of the few lovely lakes with […]
Bouldering outdoors – do it right
Bouldering is an easy game. A pair of shoes, chalk bag, crashpad and off you go. Alone or with your friends. Long belay times are non-existent.
The Outxe Savage 24000 mAh – test review
The OutXe Savage 24000 mAh is a rugged outdoor high capacity powerbank that power charges mobile devices. Even if it’s just an old keypad cellphone, at any certain point, […]
Servas du Wuide Koasa – Hintere Goinger Halt 2192 m, Wilder Kaiser
You can’t miss the tips of the Zahmer and Wilder Kaiser as you pass by the borders to Austria. The Hintere Goinger Halt is one of the many peaks […]
Chill Out 450 Sleeping bag from Valandre – a test review
The Chill Out 450 is a two season down sleeping bag made from the outdoor french company Valandre. They are situated in Belcaire, a town situated in the middle […]
Putting Dura Case to the test
One of the many hurdles on a outdoor outing is to keep your phones alive at the end of a cold or wet day. Count the times your smartphone […]
Can Summer Clothing with UPF replace sunscreen lotions? – a test review with Outdoor Research
Flip flops, bare skin, shorts, mountaineering in high altitudes and lots of gelatis. Summer! What’s new on my pack list are summer clothings with UPF. Unprotected skin under the sun […]
Climbing in La Pedriza
La Pedriza lies in the National Park Sierra de Guadarrama in Spain, just about an hour north of Madrid. Many would name it the “Joshua Tree of Spain”. It is well […]
Climbing vs bouldering – same same but different
When I started climbing 2 decades back, bouldering was just a form of training at home or at the gym when you aren’t climbing. You make little boulder walls […]
3 quick Summer Pasta recipes – outdoor cooking adventures
When it comes to pasta, the italians do it best. There are so many varieties to make it’s impossible to get tired. I love pasta, and pasta is perhaps […]
The Saturn crashpad from Moon Climbing
In my last post, I gathered points on what to look for when you’re choosing a crashpad. With all of them in my mind, I noted down what was really […]
Climbing Frankenjura for Doldis – a beginners guide
Germany has a small climbing paradise in the middle of Bavaria. The Fränkische Schweiz aka Frankenjura has an enormous amount of bolted Jura rocks with grades ranging from 3 […]
Choosing the right crash pad for bouldering
“A good spotter is better than any crash pad” I heard that often. But a crash pad catches the impact of your fall, prevents injuries better than with just […]
Stepping into a bouldering world
Bouldering is a subform of Rock Climbing. It’s climbing little pieces of rock formations, also known as boulders, that’s about 3-8 meters or higher, without a harness or rope. The […]
Climbing in Leonidio and Zobolo – the sunny getaway -Peloponnese III, Greece
A few decades back, if anyone asked you if climbing in the Peloponnese was possible, you would’ve shaked your head. Sun, white sandy beaches and crystal waters are some […]
Show me whats inside your thermos or #whatsinsideyourthermos
I must admit, I am curious. Just a little. Winter is here, and I really like the idea of having the thermos flask next to me as I step out […]
How Pan Con Tomate walked into my life. Olé! – Tales from the Refugi
Pan con tomate literally translated means bread with tomato. However, the kick comes from the garlic which you rub on the toasted bread. This is the spanish version of […]
The Pendling and Kala Alm in winter – a FaceTime with the Kaiser
The Kufsteiner Haus in Pendling and Kala Alm are perhaps one of the most frequented mountain huts in Thiersee, Tirol – Austria, be it summer or winter. With a little over an hour from Munich, it was a quick, sunny and exciting mountain rendezvous for the day.The Kufsteiner Haus in Pendling and Kala Alm are perhaps one of the most frequented mountain huts in Thiersee, Tirol – Austria, be it summer or winter. With a little over an hour from Munich, it was a quick, sunny and exciting mountain rendezvous for the day.
Limestone galore in southern Bavaria with Chiemgau Rock
In the southern part of Germany, there are numerous climbing areas scattered around near the Alps. In the region of Chiemgau while crossing over the motorway towards Salzburg, you […]
Climbing in LAGADA – Sparta’s real jewel – Climbing in the Peloponnese II
Peloponnese is the south west peninsula of the greek mainland, some 2-3 hours drive away from Athens. Lagada is a small but amazing climbing area 14 km away from the bustling […]
A meatless delight – Avocado spread
If you’re anywhere near the mediterranean sea or are able to get those really ripe, soft, brown avocado, this is a hearty snack recipe to go for those […]