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STAY WARM AND DRY WHEN HIKING OR TREKKING: THE 3-LAYER TECHNIQUE

During a hike or a trek, you will alternate between sustained effort in the climbs and less intense moments when going down or stopping for lunch. How can you stay warm and dry to enjoy your day and evening at the bivouac?

How to look after and repair a feather padded jacket?

As a seasoned trekker, you indulged yourself by treating yourself to a nice feather down jacket. As a novice trekker, you’ve opted for feathers and down that will keep you warm while out hiking. Whether you’re one or the other, your goal is to keep your padded jacket as long as possible. Follow our advice to enjoy your jacket for many years to come!

How do I adjust the strap on my poles to the right size?

The adjustment system on your poles is not visible? That’s because it is equipped with an extension system. Follow the advice of Romain, our engineer, to use it properly and tighten it if necessary.

How to prepare backpacking trip in Europe?

Where to go backpacking? How to prepare your rucksack when travelling? What should you take? We will support you in preparing your trip!

How to look after and repair a waterproof jacket?

A must-have in the mountains, the waterproof jacket means you can hike even in the rain! In this piece of advice, we give you all the tips to extend its lifespan: thoroughly cleaning and re-waterproofing a waterproof jacket, storing a jacket without damaging it, and easily repairing a snag in the fabric.

"In the footsteps of the Huguenots" trail, GR965

"In the footsteps of the Huguenots" trail, from the Drôme to Switzerland

The GR 965 Trail, which follows the route taken by the Huguenots during their exile to Germany, immerses us in the past and the contemplation of the mountain ranges.

Trek departing from Chambéry with a reduced carbon footprint!

Sophie set herself a challenge: to go trekking with a group of people she hardly knew while minimizing her carbon footprint. A challenge that was certainly accepted with this itinerary setting out from Chambéry, offering both magnificent views and burgeoning friendship!