Winter gear for outdoor activities

Maintaining personal hygiene during winter expeditions can be a challenge and sometimes even requires a certain amount of motivation. However, it is by no means an unrealistic task. How to wash your hands without running water, what to do with sweaty clothes, and how to properly care for your skin in freezing weather? And is hygiene in winter even important, or is there no reason to worry about it under all the layers of insulation? In this article, you will find proven tips on how to stay clean and comfortable even while spending time outdoors.

The right choice of winter tactical and outdoor footwear determines your comfort and safety in the field. Whether you are setting out on a demanding mission or a winter expedition, you need boots that will reliably protect you from the cold, moisture and pitfalls of the terrain. How do you know when insulation is necessary? What kind of sole will ensure stability on ice and snow? And what materials will best withstand extreme conditions? In our guide, we will give you step-by-step advice on how to choose the ideal winter boots that will support you even in the most difficult situations.

Walking in deep snow is a physically and mentally demanding activity. You must always adapt the type of walking to the terrain character and type of snow - you will move differently on flat ground, uphill, on powdery snow, and differently on hard firn. How to equip yourself for snowdrifts and overcome them as safely as possible?