Basic Equipment for Rappelling in the Outdoors

I have been rappelling regularly for over 10 years now and have tried a lot of different things. What you use, how, and where requires some experience, which of course cannot be fully conveyed in a short blog post like this. But in short: when climbing, you use different equipment than in canyoning or rescue […]

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Rubber Gloves for Ice Climbing – A Practical Layer or a Cold Risk?

In the USA and Canada, it has been seen for a long time, and occasionally in the German-speaking region as well: ice climbers wearing rubber gloves. But have these people forgotten their expensive Gore-Tex gloves and spontaneously bought a replacement, or is this intentional? … It is intentional! In the 2022/2023 season, I first went […]

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Color comparison between Busch PROtective and Schuberth helmets in near-infrared (NIR).

At this point, I’d like to showcase the color and infrared signature of a Schuberth combat helmet compared to a Busch PROtective helmet. This post focuses solely on the fact that NIR signatures can vary, rather than on comfort or protective properties.   On the left is the Busch PROtective AMP-1 E HC in Stone […]

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AEG, Gas or Spring Gun for Airsoft?

When choosing an Airsoft gun, beginners often face the challenge of not knowing which system to pick. To make this decision easier, I’ve listed the pros and cons of each system briefly and concisely. (S-)AEG + Consistent energy output + Energy output unaffected by temperature + Durable and inexpensive magazines + Low maintenance and easy […]

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