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Merino wool: benefits and limits for outdoor clothing
Merino wool turns up in lots of outdoor clothing. We look at its properties, its strengths and its limits across different activities.
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Hydrostatic head: why 30,000 mm is not always better
Hydrostatic head is the most quoted buying criterion for rain jackets and tents, and the most misunderstood. We clear up the most persistent myths.
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Nordisk sleeping bags 2026: down or synthetic?
Down or synthetic, mummy or blanket: what really matters when you buy a sleeping bag, and the four Nordisk models worth a closer look this season.
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Orage: Ski and freeski clothing from Canada – new at SportFits
Since 1989, Orage has been making distinctive ski and freeski clothing in Québec, from hardshells for ski touring to down jackets. Now available at SportFits.
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Nordisk Companyon AW26 – Your Companyon. Our Heritage
Nordisk relaunches the 2009 Companyon collection for autumn/winter 2026 – Crystal Down, Next to Nothing and Scandinavian design across five models.
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Hiking with the Best – functional outdoor clothing from MAUL Sport
Based in the Bavarian Pre-Alps, MAUL Sport has specialised in hiking trousers since 1948. We showcase the bestsellers – from softshell and waterproof 2XT models to merino shirts and fleece jackets with Polygiene freshness.
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Marmot Hybrid Power for Every Movement
Warm at the summit, cool on the ascent: Marmot's Revlo Hybrid Line combines PrimaLoft Silver Active with breathable stretch zones – warmth that moves with you.
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Dakine: Backpacks and luggage with surf roots – new at SportFits
What began on Maui in 1979 with a surfboard leash is now a brand for backpacks, travel bags and bike gear. New at SportFits.
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Flower Mountain: Outdoor trainers with Japanese design – new at SportFits
Two designers, a climb up Fuji and a field of dandelions: Flower Mountain combines Japanese design with mountain-sports roots. Now new at SportFits.
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G.I.G.A. DX by killtec: Winter jackets for everyday life – new at SportFits
Padded jackets, parkas and coats with everyday functionality. The line from jacket specialist killtec, based near Hamburg, is now available at SportFits.
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Protest: Ski and snowboard wear with a street look – new at SportFits
Since 1993, Protest has been making ski and snowboard clothing with a streetwear look for the whole family. Now new at SportFits.
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KASK: Ski helmets from Italy with racing DNA – new at SportFits
KASK helmets have helped riders win the Tour de France and are now also worn in the Alpine Skiing World Cup. The brand from Bergamo is now available at SportFits.
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Fjällräven: Swedish outdoor heritage since 1960
From a basement in northern Sweden to G-1000 and the Kånken: we look at Fjällräven’s history and a selection of its products.
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Lowa hiking boots: what makes the Bavarian brand special
A century of shoemaking, production in Europe and the Renegade, Europe's best-selling hiking boot. Here is why so many hikers swear by Lowa.
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Houdini Aero Houdi vs Aero Jacket: which midlayer suits you?
Houdini builds its Aero line from Polartec Power Air Active: more breathability and, according to Polartec, less microfibre shedding during wear and washing. Here is who the Aero Houdi and the Aero Jacket are right for.
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