Gifts for skiers: what to buy a skier for Christmas, by size
What to buy a skier for Christmas when you do not know their size, when you know only their foot or hand, and when you know their clothing size. Th...
NORDBLANC Advice
NORDBLANC Advice answers the questions you have before buying: which winter jacket or coat to choose depending on where you will wear it, how much water column a ski jacket needs, whether to go for down or synthetic insulation, and how to combine baselayers with other layers for the mountains. Each guide starts with a short answer and ends with frequently asked questions.
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Compression socks for sport and hiking: how to choose and how they should fitCompression socks for sport and hiking: how to choose and how they should fit
A guide to compression socks for sport and hiking: what graduated compression means, how sports, hiking and merino socks differ, and how to choose ... -
Lightweight sports jacket: how to choose for running, cross-country skiing and hikingLightweight sports jacket: how to choose for running, cross-country skiing and hiking
A lightweight sports jacket for running, cross-country skiing, cycling and hiking: how to tell an ultralight, a softshell and an insulated jacket a... -
Outdoor clothing glossary: membrane, water column, insulation and moreOutdoor clothing glossary: membrane, water column, insulation and more
A glossary of terms from outdoor clothing descriptions: membrane, water column, breathability, insulation, softshell, hardshell, fits and features.... -
Hiking and outdoor trousers: how to choose for the weatherHiking and outdoor trousers: how to choose for the weather
For hiking, choose trousers by the weather: lightweight without a membrane for warm days, with a membrane for rain, softshell for cold days. The gu... -
Spring and autumn jacket: how to choose a transitional jacket by the weatherSpring and autumn jacket: how to choose a transitional jacket by the weather
A transitional jacket for autumn and spring: how to choose between softshell, a jacket with a membrane and a lightweight quilted jacket to suit the... -
Ski gloves or mittens? How to choose, size and careSki gloves or mittens? How to choose, size and care
Ski gloves with separate fingers are more dexterous, while mittens are warmer. The guide compares the two types, explains insulation and leather, s... -
Snowboard jacket or ski jacket? And when to choose an anorakSnowboard jacket or ski jacket? And when to choose an anorak
A snowboard jacket tends to be looser and longer than a ski jacket, while the membrane and insulation are similar on both. The guide compares a ski... -
What is merino wool? Properties, merino or synthetic, and careWhat is merino wool? Properties, merino or synthetic, and care
Merino is fine wool from merino sheep that keeps you warm even when damp but dries more slowly than synthetics. The guide explains when to choose m... -
What to wear cross-country skiing: ski clothing in layersWhat to wear cross-country skiing: ski clothing in layers
For cross-country skiing, dress in three thin layers, because you warm yourself up as you move. The guide shows what goes on which layer, how to dr... -
Winter gilet: when it makes sense and how to choose oneWinter gilet: when it makes sense and how to choose one
A winter gilet warms your torso and leaves your arms free. The guide shows when to wear it on its own and when under a jacket, how to choose the in... -
Softshell or hardshell? When a softshell jacket is enoughSoftshell or hardshell? When a softshell jacket is enough
Softshell is a stretchy jacket against wind and light rain, hardshell a waterproof shell, and an insulated jacket keeps you warm even standing stil...
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