Explore-Share First bouldering outing at Fontainebleau Just one hour south of Paris, Fontainebleau is considered the birthplace of bouldering in Europe. With more than 30,000 problems spread across over 200 areas, this vast sandstone forest attracts climb... Climbing France Tips & Tricks
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
Lecomte Alpinisme & Randonnée, La Team Lecomte Blisters while hiking: the right reflexes can make all the difference A blister can turn a pleasant outing into an ordeal within the first few kilometres. The problem rarely starts suddenly. A slight heat appears under the heel or forefoot. Then the skin gets hotter wit... Hiking Shoes Tips & Tricks
Lecomte Alpinisme & Randonnée, La Team Lecomte Caring for a technical waterproof jacket: preserving waterproofness and breathability A jacket that lets in water after a few months is not necessarily faulty. It is often poorly maintained. The care of a technical waterproof jacket determines its breathability from the very first outi... Clothing Tips & Tricks
Lecomte Alpinisme & Randonnée, La Team Lecomte How to take care of your hiking shoes? Proper care of hiking boots determines their lifespan and your comfort. A poorly maintained pair becomes heavier, breathes less and tires your feet. The problem appears quickly. Dried mud, hardening l... Hiking Shoes Tips & Tricks
Kivik François Why use the layering technique in the mountains? You may have already heard of the layering technique. No, not the one to avoid crying while peeling your favorite condiment, but the one involving layering clothing. Technological innovations have mad... Mountaineering Tips & Tricks Winter Sports
