Rocker, camper, flat – getting ski construction right!

What exactly do the terms rocker, camber, flex and effective edge length mean for skis? What influence do their characteristics have on the ski's performance? Everything about ski shapes, construction and geometry. Jetzt lesen

The best shoes for trail running!

Over hill and dale, through valleys and up mountains: If you want to run light-footed over rough terrain, you need the right shoes. Find out here which trail running shoes currently perform best! Jetzt lesen

Ski touring: Sweet technique!

Conquer the backcountry in style. Get all the right pointers, that really do make a difference when ski-touring. Jetzt lesen

4000m alpine peaks for beginners

Climbing a 4000m peak requires experience in high alpine terrain as well as good physical conditioning, acclimatisation and gear. Mountain guide and Bergzeit author Astrid gives tips on how to tackle your first 4,000-metre peak as a newbie. Jetzt lesen

Fleece fabric, the lowdown!

Fleece has been inspiring outdoor enthusiasts since the 1980s. Technical yet soft fabric, warm, light and cosy. But how is and from what is fleece made? What are the quality differences? Our fleece fabric information explains what you should look out for. Jetzt lesen

Road bike training: Getting that work done!

How do I get on my road bike? Which weaknesses can I work on specifically? Only those who train with dedication, pay attention to their body and plan enough recovery phases will increase their performance in the saddle. In our journal article, you can find out which data, training principles and evaluation methods are available, to help you optimise your performance. Jetzt lesen

Cycling bags & panniers: all there is to know

On longer cycling trips, commutes or for shopping, bike bags are indispensable. Jetzt lesen

Climbing & bouldering with kids : What the experts say

From what age onwards can I take my kids to the climbing or bouldering gym? What skills should they bring to the table and what skills can they hope to learn? Do they need their own gear? We talked to the experts at the German Alpine Club and here are the answers to the most important questions. Jetzt lesen

Bouldering in Fontainebleau

Bouldering was invented in Fontainebleau - and there is hardly any other area where cranking hard is as much fun as here. Bene Hirschmann introduces the area and points out the important information on how to get there, where to stay, and the top spots. Jetzt lesen

What is BPA-free and where is BPA found?

Bisphenol A (BPA) is contained in many drink bottles, milk cartons, plastic containers or tin can coatings. What is the problem? It affects the human hormone system. The "BPA-free" label helps consumers to avoid these substances. Jetzt lesen

Tom Livingstone’s Latok I Expedition Kit List

You need to think about your gear before you head off into the mountains on an adventure. Mountain Equipment athlete Tom Livingstone gives an insight into what uses for his expeditions. Jetzt lesen

This is what you need for cycling through winter

Winter is no real reason to hide your bike in the back of the shed - especially so if you have the right clothes. The text below will thus give you some great pointers on what to watch out for when choosing your jacket, trousers, underwear, and accessories, etc. for winter. Jetzt lesen