Explore-Share Gearing up for the Matterhorn: guide advice and field expertise (copy) The Matterhorn is one of the most mythical summits in the Alps. At 4,478 metres above sea level, this ascent fascinates as much as it impresses. But behind the iconic image lies a demanding, technical... Buying Guide Mountaineering Tips & Tricks
Explore-Share Gearing up for the Matterhorn: guide tips and field expertise The Matterhorn is one of the most mythical summits in the Alps. At 4,478 metres above sea level, this ascent is as fascinating as it is impressive. But behind the iconic image lies a demanding, techni... Buying Guide Mountaineering Tips & Tricks
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Lecomte Alpinisme & Randonnée, La Team Lecomte How to choose your headlamp Setting up your tent at night, going for a quick jog at dusk, or rummaging through your attic in search of an old pair of boots. For all of this, nothing can beat the practicality of a headlamp. Today... Buying Guide Camping Climbing Cycling Equipment Hiking Mountaineering
Lecomte Alpinisme & Randonnée, La Team Lecomte How to choose your sleeping bag Backpackers can be forgiven for their obsession with the warmth-to-weight ratio of a sleeping bag. It's impossible to sleep well if you're cold, and even an ultra-light, high-performance sleeping bag ... Buying Guide Camping Climbing Equipment Hiking Mountaineering Travel
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