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How to Choose A Climbing Rope?
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May 20, 2019
Discover Snow HikingDo you dream of the mountains in winter and the countryside covered in snow? Yet you aren't too keen on skiing or you don't like it at all? Then try snow hiking to make the most of the countryside to your heart's content!
Why use Hiking Poles?Did you know that only one in two hikers have poles? Yet several studies have demonstrated the importance and effectiveness of hiking with poles
How To Choose The Right Camping Tent? Choosing a camping tent depends on 3 things: berth, comfort & the time required to pitch or take down your tent. Our expert guide will help choose the right one.
Camping At A Music Festival In ShillongThe night was very cold and still, the water in the lake had some ripples and the stars above glittered more than ever. The environment was very similar to what we imagine as heavenly.
10 Things To Carry For CampingWe’ve made a list of things you ought to carry for camping. it’s not an exhaustive one but it will give you a heads up for what to look for.
How To Choose Your Piste Ski Jacket.Ski jackets come in so many styles and have so many features that it can be difficult to make sense of it all! If you love piste skiing, here are a few tips to help you find your way around and choose the right jacket for your needs.
How To Choose The Right Sleeping Bag? To help your recovery and ensure you enjoy the best sleeping conditions after your hike, we'll help you choose the most appropriate sleeping bag. Find all our tips to choose a suitable sleeping bag
Hiking Trails In India: 6 Amazing Hiking Destinations in South IndiaGet to know these 6 hiking trails in South India that you should not miss as it is a great way to disconnect from the stress of city life and an amazing way to stay fit.
Getting ready for a hike: our advice before departureKnowing the weather and route along with taking the right equipment before going on a hiking trip is very important. Read our guides to know more on how to get well prepared.
Hiking on the snow: an outfit for everyone Functional features, utility, warmth, durability… these are just some of the criteria to be considered when buying snow hiking gear. Depending on your level of ability, we can help you make the right choices!
The Benefits of Hiking on the SnowThe gentle yet intense sport of hiking on snow is a genuine sport. Check out the X benefits of enjoying peace and quiet in the wild.
Taher Merchant - India's 1st Finisher at Everest UltraTaher is a 35-year-old Bangalorean and also the first Indian Male to finish the Everest Base Camp Ultra Marathon 2018. It's a 60km Marathon, also known as the world's highest ultra-running.
Co-Creation - The Making of Decathlon Backpacks Your backpack ultimately is the only thing that tags along in every adventure like a silent friend that has your back always (Literally! :D).
How Should You Wash your Merino Wool T-shirtMerino wool is the trekker's essential companion. Do you want to keep your woollen products as long as possible? Well then, follow our tips!
Sai Kawde - Summiting Mt. Elbrus at the age of 10Sai is 10 years old, 5th standard of Bharti Bidyapith School, Mumbai. Known as a uniquely talented child with unbelievable interest and love for trekking. His first trek dates back to the age of four.
Smriti Singh on Backpacking for Women Travellers In these years that I’ve traveled alone, I’ve dared to do more things than when I was with other people
Subin MS - From one Peak to the nextI consider Indians to be the most gifted people on earth to be able to have access to the wide range of Himalayan high altitude ranges.
Sanghmitra Raikwal's Trekking ChecklistTo me, mountains are my ultimate bliss. Where am I going to go Trek next? This is what keeps me motivated and on my toes
Priyanka Bhadauria - for the love of the mountainsTrekking for me is an escape. An escape that I've always needed. Coming from an army background, traveling across India was a part and parcel of my childhood.
Monsoon Hikes East - Zdukou Valley Nagaland Dzukou Valley is one of the gems of North-East India on the border of two states – Manipur and Nagaland. Dzukou Valley is also known as the Valley of Flowers.
Camping At A Music Festival In ShillongThe night was very cold and still, the water in the lake had some ripples and the stars above glittered more than ever. The environment was very similar to what we imagine as heavenly.
Taher Merchant - India's 1st Finisher at Everest UltraTaher is a 35-year-old Bangalorean and also the first Indian Male to finish the Everest Base Camp Ultra Marathon 2018. It's a 60km Marathon, also known as the world's highest ultra-running.
Co-Creation - The Making of Decathlon Backpacks Your backpack ultimately is the only thing that tags along in every adventure like a silent friend that has your back always (Literally! :D).
Sai Kawde - Summiting Mt. Elbrus at the age of 10Sai is 10 years old, 5th standard of Bharti Bidyapith School, Mumbai. Known as a uniquely talented child with unbelievable interest and love for trekking. His first trek dates back to the age of four.
Smriti Singh on Backpacking for Women Travellers In these years that I’ve traveled alone, I’ve dared to do more things than when I was with other people
Subin MS - From one Peak to the nextI consider Indians to be the most gifted people on earth to be able to have access to the wide range of Himalayan high altitude ranges.
Sanghmitra Raikwal's Trekking ChecklistTo me, mountains are my ultimate bliss. Where am I going to go Trek next? This is what keeps me motivated and on my toes
Priyanka Bhadauria - for the love of the mountainsTrekking for me is an escape. An escape that I've always needed. Coming from an army background, traveling across India was a part and parcel of my childhood.
Monsoon Hikes East - Zdukou Valley Nagaland Dzukou Valley is one of the gems of North-East India on the border of two states – Manipur and Nagaland. Dzukou Valley is also known as the Valley of Flowers.
Monsoon Hikes North - Triund in Himachal PradeshTriund is a small hill station in Himachal Pradesh. Situated at the foot of the Dhauladhar ranges, Triund is a part of Dharamkot.
Monsoon Hikes West - Kalavantin Durg Maharashtra Kalavantin is infamous for crazy rainfall from May to September, the best time to visit for adventure seekers (Not advisable for fair weather hikers)
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Top 6 Backpacking Destinations in South IndiaSouthern India has always attracted backpackers from every part of the country and outside the country.
5 reasons you will love trekking Har Ki Dun Har Ki Dun is a delight for trekkers both in Summer and Winter. Enriched with a variety of flora and fauna, it offers a stunning view of snow-capped mountains, dominated by Mt.Swargarohini.
Ski Diaries - Priyanka BhadauriaAfter completing my Advanced Mountaineering Course, my friend and I decided to try all the other adventure sports that are out there. Skiing was one of them.
Monsoon Hikes West - Kalsubai Peak Maharashtra Waterfalls, mist and river streams are few of nature's delight to experience on Kalsubai
Monsoon Hikes South - Kodchadri in Karnataka Located in the lap of the Western Ghats in the district of Shimoga lies Kodchadri, the 10th highest peak in Karnataka. Kodchadri has a reputation for being unbelievably green with jungle trails
Beas Kund Glacier Trek through Jeslinz Johnson EyesBeas Kund is the place where the mighty river Beas originates. The river starts and flows from the glaciers through the scenic meadows which are surrounded by mountains.
Gokul Bhandari - Why go Solo-Backpacking?One of the major aspects of Backpacking is to live the dynamic culture that this world has to offer and meet more people.
Chadar Trek - An Unfinished Journey Embarking on a journey sets us on a fixed goal. Whether it is to climb a mighty peak or to simply reach a destination, the end is what keeps us going.
Sunrise at Chandrashila Top“The sun knocks at my door and I start another day where everything will be new, a day that will not be repeated. I am not certain about what I will find but I am certain about everything else that I am free and completely free”
How do you stay hydrated when out hiking?Dry mountain air can increase dehydration. It's essential to stay hydrated on a hike if you are to get the most out of the exercise and the landscapes when you're getting away from it all ...
How do you feed yourself when out hiking? The longer the hike, the more preparation is required. Do not forget meals, snacks and primarily drinks, to make your hike a success.
How Should You Wash your Merino Wool T-shirtMerino wool is the trekker's essential companion. Do you want to keep your woollen products as long as possible? Well then, follow our tips!
Stay warm and dry when hiking: the 3-layers techniqueDuring a hike, you tend to alternate between sustained climbing efforts and quieter moments. How can you stay warm and dry to make the most of your day?
Keep dry when out hiking: check out our 8 tips Hiking in the spring and autumn offers some wonderful surprises, and it would be a shame to miss out on them for fear of getting caught out in the rain! When the weather is changeable, the footpaths are less busy, so you may as well get the equipment to withstand the weather and enjoy it. Warning, check that the weather isn't threatening either!
How do you restore the water-repellent properties of your jacket?Does your hiking jacket seemed to have lost some of its waterproofing quality over time? Don't panic, here is how to get it back to how it was!
How can I get rid of condensation in the tent?In my set up, what do I do if condensation has appeared inside of the walls of the inner part of my tent? Is it still waterproof? Condensation is a natural phenomenon. The humidity of the ambient air condenses and is deposited on the inside of the inner part of the tent's walls, once the wall's fabric is colder than the inside of the tent.
HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR SNOWBOARDIf you own a snowboard, you'll probably also want to take good care of it and use it for a longer period. This article will help you identify the different methods to take care of your snowboard.
How To Tune Your Skis At HomeTaking care of your equipment will ensure it lasts longer and will perform better when skiing. This article will show you the 3 essential steps to maintain your skis properly.
Ski Maintenance: How To Take Care Of Your SkisNew pair of skis and looking forward to the skiing season? Need help to take care of your skis? A few tips to serve you well through many more skiing seasons.
How To Store Ski Gear in the off-season (3 Steps)To preserve sliding qualities of your skis, it is important to store them correctly by the end of the season. Discover all our tips to take care of your equipment.
How To Adjust Your SKI Bindings (Expert's Tips)Helmet, goggles, gloves, poles, okay. What about ski bindings? A good adjustment is as crucial as a good helmet for a great day skiing. Find out how and why.
How to correctly adjust my snowboard bindings?Adjusting the snowboard bindings is simple and can be a DIY process. To know how to adjust, seek help from our expert guides.
How do I correctly fasten the ski boot buckles?Do you know how to correctly fasten your ski boots using the buckles? Too tight or not tight enough! Here are our recommendations for correct fastening.
How should I care for my hiking socks Did you know? the quality of your socks significantly impacts the quality of your hikes! Here are our tips for caring for your socks and feet.
HOW TO MAINTAIN AND RE-WATERPROOF HIKING BOOTSYou've used your boots on muddy paths and you don't know how to wash them? You've crossed a stream and are wondering how to dry them? Discover 4 tips on how to look after and extend the life of your hiking boots!
How do you wash your hiking clothes in a more eco-friendly wayWashing your clothes in a way that respects the environment is easy and effective! Find out our advice for looking after your hiking clothes while protecting nature.
How do you measure the waterproofness of a hiking jacket?A product is recognised as waterproof when it has the ability to stop rain getting through, thus protecting the hiker from bad weather. It is worth knowing that there are different levels of impermeability, and different tests to measure them. On the one hand, we consider the impermeability of a fabric, while on the other, we prove the impermeability of an entire product. Check that in addition to using a waterproof material, your jacket has waterproof zips.
How to properly wash and take care of your cooking potWhether it’s just aluminium, equipped with a non-stick coating, or even anodised aluminium, your cooking pot is one of the essentials in your camp. So, it’s a good idea to ensure you take care of it, so that you can keep on using it for a long time in your greatest mountain adventures. To do this, we have some tips and tricks ;)
6 exercises to warm up before a hikeHiking will keep you in good overall shape while also sculpting your bottom and stomach, which is another reason why you should continue all year round! Read on to discover 6 benefits of hiking.
What is Fast Hiking?Are you looking for a change of pace? Then it's time to give speed hiking a try! Faster than the classic hike, but less intense than trail running, this new leisure activity offers a more sporty approach to your mountain outings.
How to Choose A Climbing Rope?Take a look at our tips for helping you choose your rope.
How To Choose The Right Camping Tent? Choosing a camping tent depends on 3 things: berth, comfort & the time required to pitch or take down your tent. Our expert guide will help choose the right one.
10 Things To Carry For CampingWe’ve made a list of things you ought to carry for camping. it’s not an exhaustive one but it will give you a heads up for what to look for.
How To Choose Your Piste Ski Jacket.Ski jackets come in so many styles and have so many features that it can be difficult to make sense of it all! If you love piste skiing, here are a few tips to help you find your way around and choose the right jacket for your needs.
How To Choose The Right Sleeping Bag? To help your recovery and ensure you enjoy the best sleeping conditions after your hike, we'll help you choose the most appropriate sleeping bag. Find all our tips to choose a suitable sleeping bag
Hiking on the snow: an outfit for everyone Functional features, utility, warmth, durability… these are just some of the criteria to be considered when buying snow hiking gear. Depending on your level of ability, we can help you make the right choices!
How to Choose the Best Hiking FleeceWarm, Breathable, Compact, Lightweight and Freedom of Movement. Having the right Fleece is essential to stay warm and hike comfortably in the mountains.
How to choose socks for snow hikingLength, material, knit fabric, warmth, breathability etc When hiking in the snow, the type of sock you choose is critical. How do you choose the ideal sock that will keep your feet both comfortable and safe?
How to choose your ski boot sizeEssential for skiing comfortably with good ski control and good foot support, ski boots often present a problem: how do I choose the correct size? Follow the guide!
How To Choose Your Snowboard Goggles Check our expert advice on how to choose your ski goggles!
How do I select Junior skiing gloves or mittens?Check out our tips to help you choose your Junior ski gloves and ski mittens.
How to choose ski or snowboard INNERWEARDownhill skiing, cross-country skiing, freeriding, freestyle, snowboarding or tobogganing, to choose the right winter sportswear, you start with the basics, underwear. We help you make the right choice.
Choosing the right babies' hiking shoesGetting the right hiking equipment for baby primarily involves choosing the best footwear. The following 3 factors must be taken into account at all costs: the sole, the comfort and the support.
HOW TO CHOOSE A CHILDREN'S SNOWBOARD?How do you choose the right board for your future rider? Discover all our recommendations to help you!
HOW TO CHOOSE SNOWBOARD BINDINGSEssential parts of the board, the bindings ensure effective gliding and snowboard control, while also providing support and comfort.
How to Choose Your Ski Jacket and Ski Pants Knowing the technicality of a ski jacket or pant is crucial as their need depends on the weather you are skiing. A few tips to know what will suit your requirement.
How To Choose Your Ski Poles? There’s no skiing without ski poles – but how do you know which ones to buy? Here's all you need to know. Check our expert advice on how to choose your ski poles!
How To Choose The Right Snowboard In 4 Steps (Buyer's Guide)Try a freestyle board, if you’ve got a little experience and are keen to learn tricks. Then, much like with skis, you’ll need to choose the right flex, length and width for you...
How to Choose my Snowboard Boots First and foremost, your snowboard boots need to be comfortable and secure. And they need to work with your type of snowboard and ability level.
How to choose your ski boots?Ski boots keep you comfortable and hold your feet in place to transfer weight to your skis so you can turn as you want. Read our guide to know more.
Discover Snow HikingDo you dream of the mountains in winter and the countryside covered in snow? Yet you aren't too keen on skiing or you don't like it at all? Then try snow hiking to make the most of the countryside to your heart's content!
Why use Hiking Poles?Did you know that only one in two hikers have poles? Yet several studies have demonstrated the importance and effectiveness of hiking with poles
Getting ready for a hike: our advice before departureKnowing the weather and route along with taking the right equipment before going on a hiking trip is very important. Read our guides to know more on how to get well prepared.
Hiking on the snow: an outfit for everyone Functional features, utility, warmth, durability… these are just some of the criteria to be considered when buying snow hiking gear. Depending on your level of ability, we can help you make the right choices!
The Benefits of Hiking on the SnowThe gentle yet intense sport of hiking on snow is a genuine sport. Check out the X benefits of enjoying peace and quiet in the wild.
Mountain Hiking Fleece - 75% Recycled Material9 plastic bottles are used to make one Mountain Hiking Fleece. The equivalent of one-week consumption for one person. So, let's recycle!
Stay warm and dry when hiking: the 3-layers techniqueDuring a hike, you tend to alternate between sustained climbing efforts and quieter moments. How can you stay warm and dry to make the most of your day?
3 Must Follow Tips While Hiking With Your KidsPacking a backpack can quickly turn into a headache, but if you overlook this stage, you risk paying the price for it the next day. However, before this happens, the choice of backpack for your child is crucial.
5 reasons to begin speed hikingIf you’ve not tried speed hiking but want to make the most of your holiday in the mountains and surpass yourself without harming your body, give it a go this summer.
7 MTB trails in India you must exploreGiven the striking landscape of India, cycling in the mountain trails is fun and interesting. Find the 7 MTB trails you must explore to gain this experience.
The benefits of skiingSkiing is fun but it is also a sport! To find out about it, check out the 5 benefits of skiing down slopes for days on end.
HOW TO KEEP YOUR HANDS WARM WHEN SKIINGHaving cold hands can turn a wonderful day on the slopes into a nightmare. Although there is no miracle way to keep hands warm when out skiing, selecting the right equipment and adopting certain behaviours can help greatly. Here are our tips.
A storm in the mountains, what should you do?Joël Roux, mountain guide, tells us what to do if you are caught in a storm in the mountains. The mountain skies are tricky and sometimes full of surprises.
How to protect yourself from ticks when out hikingLyme disease, passed on by ticks, particularly affects hikers and other nature lovers as well as accompanying pets. To treat this disease, which is most often benign, we have an effective antibiotic treatment, severe types are rare. This is why it is necessary to prevent bites and to know the symptoms so that the disease does not gain ground and become chronic. Floriane, a mountain guide and Quechua employee, provides tips helping you to protect yourself. The following tips not only apply to humans, but also dogs, cats and horses.
Keep dry when out hiking: check out our 8 tips Hiking in the spring and autumn offers some wonderful surprises, and it would be a shame to miss out on them for fear of getting caught out in the rain! When the weather is changeable, the footpaths are less busy, so you may as well get the equipment to withstand the weather and enjoy it. Warning, check that the weather isn't threatening either!
3 activities you can do with your water bottles when hikingEssential to have enough to drink while hiking, but sometimes a bind: we give you ideas for making bottles fun when hiking.
What is Fast Hiking?Are you looking for a change of pace? Then it's time to give speed hiking a try! Faster than the classic hike, but less intense than trail running, this new leisure activity offers a more sporty approach to your mountain outings.
How do you restore the water-repellent properties of your jacket?Does your hiking jacket seemed to have lost some of its waterproofing quality over time? Don't panic, here is how to get it back to how it was!
How can I get rid of condensation in the tent?In my set up, what do I do if condensation has appeared inside of the walls of the inner part of my tent? Is it still waterproof? Condensation is a natural phenomenon. The humidity of the ambient air condenses and is deposited on the inside of the inner part of the tent's walls, once the wall's fabric is colder than the inside of the tent.
GET SET TO TACKLE THE NEW SKI SEASONRead on to discover advice from Maud, ski instructor and product engineer at Wed'ze, so that you can start the season in great shape and with a smile on your face!
