QUICK VERDICT – The Arc’teryx Cerium Hoody is Arc’teryx’s answer to a difficult engineering problem: how do you get real, three-season down-jacket warmth into something you barely notice at the bottom of a pack? Its 850-fill down core with strategically placed Coreloft synthetic panels is… Read More »Arc’teryx Cerium Hoody Review: Ultimate Lightweight Down Jacket?
A complete 5 Lakes Walk Zermatt guide covering the Five Lakes Trail from Blauherd to Sunnegga, including Stellisee, Grindjisee, Grünsee, Moosjisee, Leisee, Matterhorn reflections, trail stats and planning tips.
If you have ever searched for the best hikes in Zermatt, the Hörnlihütte hike is probably already on your radar. Also known as the Hornli Hut hike, this legendary route is one of the most iconic trails in the Swiss Alps, taking hikers directly beneath… Read More »Hörnlihütte Hike: Best Zermatt Day Hike to the Matterhorn
Whether you’re planning day hikes in the Canadian Rockies, exploring the misty forests of Vancouver Island, or following quieter trails through Quebec, having the right kit is essential. Canada’s wilderness is beautiful but unpredictable, with fast-changing weather, remote trails, technical terrain and wildlife all adding… Read More »Canada Hiking Gear List: 10 Day Hiking Essentials
If you’re looking for a rewarding summit route above Mayrhofen without the crowds of the area’s more famous trails, the Filzenkogel hike is a brilliant choice. Rising above the Ahorn plateau, this lesser-known peak offers wide views across the Zillertal Valley, the Zillertal Alps and,… Read More »Filzenkogel Hike: Ahornbahn Trail Guide From Mayrhofen
High above the Zillertal Valley, the Olpererhutte hike is one of the most scenic alpine routes near Mayrhofen, Austria. Most visitors know Olpererhutte for its famous suspension bridge above Schlegeis Reservoir, but this route becomes far more rewarding when you link it with Friesenberghaus first,… Read More »Olpererhutte Hike: 1-Day Stunning Friesenberghaus Loop
Zermatt hiking is some of the best in Switzerland, combining dramatic alpine trails, crystal-clear lakes, glacier viewpoints and constant views of the Matterhorn. Set beneath one of the most iconic mountains in the world, Zermatt is the perfect base for a summer hiking trip in… Read More »What Are the Best Zermatt Hikes Near the Matterhorn?
If you’ve ever seen an aerial postcard of Vancouver, you’ve almost certainly seen Grouse Mountain rising above the city. Sitting on the North Shore, it is one of Vancouver’s most recognisable landmarks and home to the legendary Grouse Grind, a steep forest trail famous for… Read More »Grouse Grind Hike Guide: Vancouver’s No.1 Most Famous Hike
Mountain weather is notoriously fickle, and if you regularly hike the steep, rain-soaked trails of Canada or the Alps, having a tried-and-tested waterproof jacket isn’t just a luxury—it is an absolute necessity. The Arc’teryx Beta AR stands out as a high-performance, lightweight, and packable hardshell… Read More »Arc’teryx Beta AR: The Best Waterproof Jacket
