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255 articles
Using trail poles: everything you need to know
On long-distance technical races, particularly ultras, poles can significantly boost your efficiency. Here's how to get the most out of your poles...
01 Jun. 2026
Starting a sport after 50: which one to choose?
01 Sep. 2017
How to care for and wash your sleeping bag: our guide
09 Jul. 2017
Choosing a comfortable hiking backpack
04 Jun. 2017
Pedometer: for or against it when hiking?
23 May. 2017
Hiking in Brittany: 5 ideas for this summer!
11 May. 2017
Sheepdog on a hiking trail: beware of the danger!
01 May. 2017
Hydration bladder or water bottle for hiking?
06 Apr. 2017
First aid on a hiking trip: what you need to know
03 Apr. 2017
Survival blanket for hiking: what you need to know
31 Mar. 2017
Mobile phone on a hike: what you need to know
14 Mar. 2017
The hiking emergency whistle: an essential piece of kit
14 Mar. 2017
How to purify water while hiking
07 Mar. 2017
Hiking lightweight: the essential clothing
22 Feb. 2017
Overcoming Vertigo While Hiking
13 Dec. 2016
Mountain rescue: everything you need to know before you go
20 Jul. 2016
Cramps while hiking: our tips
07 Jul. 2016
Water supply on hiking trips: the guide
17 May. 2016
Hiking with birdwatching: 6 sites to explore
08 Apr. 2016
How to choose a hiking tent?
04 Mar. 2016
How to triangulate with a compass while hiking?
23 Feb. 2016
Protecting yourself from mosquitoes while hiking and travelling
11 Feb. 2016
How to use a compass while hiking?
04 Jan. 2016
How to choose your mid-layer garment for hiking?
19 Dec. 2015
How to protect your backpack from the rain
29 Oct. 2015
How to choose softshell mountaineering trousers?
12 Oct. 2015
Birdwatching while hiking
16 Sep. 2015
Hiking navigation: 7 useful tips
11 Sep. 2015
What is acute mountain sickness and how do you avoid it?
25 Aug. 2015
Why choose a hiking shirt?
21 Aug. 2015
How to put together a repair kit for hiking?
18 Aug. 2015
A 6-point method to reduce the weight of your backpack
04 Aug. 2015
Choosing hiking trousers for this summer
14 Jul. 2015
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