Fabian Reichle, author on LACRUX climbing magazine

Hangboard / fingerboard - more than just boards

If you want to optimize your finger strength for climbing, you can hardly avoid a hangboard in the long term. These training devices are available in all possible forms and materials - now also fully digitized. We'll show you what to look out for when buying.

Climbing harnesses Adjama and Luna: all-rounders?

A climbing harness for all mountain sports? The Petzl Adjama and Luna W models come close. We introduce them.

Sports / GPS watches: In tune with the times

In the past, it was at most runners who did their laps with a heart rate monitor. In the meantime, however, the helpers have found their way into all kinds of sports - including mountain sports. The functions go far beyond the heart rate monitor. The sports watch jungle is dense and confusing. We try to get an overview.

Will there be more wet snow avalanches in the future?

Climate change contributes to the fact that natural hazards occur more frequently in the Alpine region. Peter Bebi is researching these developments at the WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF in Davos. In an interview, he explains to us what dangers will look like in winter in the future and how we, as mountain sports enthusiasts, can take care of the snow.

Robust companion: the Trad 30 Dry climbing backpack from Ortovox

The climbing backpack Trad 30 Dry from Ortovox is waterproof and robust. Your spare clothes and equipment are guaranteed to stay dry here.

The best of both worlds: the Reach 12 backpack from Blue Ice

Which backpack type is good for climbing? Which one for trail running? The Reach 12 from Blue Ice combines both worlds.

Crampons: You should know these three systems

Not all crampons are created equal. Fabian Reichle from Bächli Bergsport explains the most important differences to you.

Merino wool: naturally warm base layer

Despite all the technical innovations in the clothing industry, one natural fiber is still particularly convincing: Merino wool.

Little frills, a lot of performance: The LVS Powder BT from Pieps

The wintry mountain world is impressive and offers a lot of new things in summer: ski tours, snowshoe hikes or ice climbing, to name just a few sports. Unfortunately, snow-covered peaks also harbor a real risk of an avalanche. Especially with the current snow conditions. Life-saving equipment in an emergency is essential. Above all a reliable avalanche transceiver. We introduce you to the Powder BT from Pieps.