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Rossignol trailshoe photo by florian monot
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14 Jul
Gear, Footwear

10 Summer Trail Shoes to consider in 2025

  • July 15, 2025
  • By timAdmin
Grip, glide and ground—ten interesting models for Alpine terrain Summer in the Alps demands shoes that balance grip, comfort and resilience—no matter if you're grinding up moraine, cruising gravel cols, or leaping across scree. For 2025, we've put ten models...

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Mens Freedom Ultra RH Sand Fast and Light
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13 Jul
Gear, Footwear

Ronhill back on track with serious trail shoes

  • July 15, 2025
  • By timAdmin
  • Ronhill
Ronhill’s re‑entry into serious trail and fell running footwear with the Freedom Ultra and Reverence models has shifted many conversations in the UK fell‑running community. These shoes resonate strongly on rugged British hillsides and the Freedom Ultra, in particular,...

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Millet alpinisme
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27 Jun
Climbing & Alpine, Gear, Products

A Century in the High Places

  • August 27, 2025
  • By timAdmin
  • Brands, Millet
(photos: Millet) Annecy’s streets were quiet in 1921 when Marc and Hermance Millet opened their modest workshop. Initially, the products were humble — shopping bags for local markets. But nestled between the Rhône River and the encircling Alps, the couple...

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Contraire MTB Valais film
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05 Nov
Ride, Video

Bike Adventure Valais

  • July 6, 2025
  • By timAdmin
  • Movie, Valais, Verbier

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MEGAVALANCHE Alpe dHuez Zoomdansloeildef
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23 Sep
Events, Gravel & Bike, Magazine, Ride, Routes

The Thrilling World of Enduro

  • July 26, 2025
  • By timAdmin
  • Enduro
Photos: Office du Tourisme, Les Deux Alpes + Alpe d'Huez Enduro mountain bike racing has gained immense popularity in recent years, attracting riders and adrenaline junkies from around the world. Two iconic events stand out in the realm of enduro...

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Fast and Light magazine photo Tim Barnett snow running
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23 Sep
Footwear, Gear, Magazine, Products, Trail

Snow Running

  • July 9, 2025
  • By timAdmin
As winter paints landscapes with a glistening coat of snow and frost, the passion for trail running doesn’t wane for those who crave the exhilaration of navigating rugged paths and beautiful scenery. Sensible shoes The key to an enjoyable winter trail...

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Nant de Drance barage
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23 Sep
Environment, Magazine, Sustainability

Swiss Hydro power

  • July 8, 2025
  • By timAdmin
The same gravity that powers skiing, mountain bike and white water descents provides Hydro Electricity, a major source of power from the Alps. The mountainous geomorphology of the Alpine arc mean that hydropower presents a significant energy resource producing environmentally-friendly...

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Fast and light magazine Red Bull X alps
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23 Sep
Events, Fly, Magazine

Red Bull X-Alps

  • October 11, 2023
  • By timAdmin
Patrick von Känel (SUI2) flies during the Red Bull X-Alps in Italy on June 17, 2023. // Adi Geisegger / Red Bull Content Pool The Red Bull X-Alps is one of the world’s toughest adventure races that is a formidable...

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Instinct Trail backpack Alpi Fast and Light CH)
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23 Sep
Gear, Magazine, Packs & Apparel, Products, Roam, Tour, Trail

Look! No waist strap

  • July 15, 2025
  • By timAdmin
  • Instinct
Instinct Trail has a new large alpine backpack using a trail race vest inspired harness Designer Sean Van Court : “Yes, no waist belt. I wanted to manage securing the load and weight by wrapping the pack the most possible around...

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23 Sep
Environment, Low-Impact Travel, Magazine, Transport, Travel

Everything Electric

  • July 15, 2025
  • By timAdmin
  • EV, vehicles
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is not just an electric vehicle; it’s a statement of innovation that merges cutting-edge automotive technology with the spirit of adventure. As outdoor sports enthusiasts are increasingly seeking sustainable and eco-friendly options for their adventures,...

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