Introduction Being able to build a safe and functional fire in snow-covered terrain is a fundamental skill for enjoying winter outdoor life. To create the best fire pit that not only provides warmth and security, you need a little extra thought. This guide gives you basic tips on how to build a fire that's suitable…
I have researched the ownership structure of the most popular American-owned outdoor brands and their European counterparts in product categories such as tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, boots, clothing, storm cookers, cooking accessories, lightweight products, and water filters. You can view the list and make your own decisions about which products you want to support. The focus is on identifying which brands are American-owned and highlighting...
Cooking on a camp stove is a skill that every outdoor enthusiast needs to master. Whether you are planning a day trip or a longer hike, a camp stove is your reliable companion for hot meals in the great outdoors. After more than a decade of cooking on various camp stoves in all kinds of weather, I have compiled my best tips and lessons learned in this...
Det är något magiskt med att vakna upp i ett snötäckt landskap, där världen är stilla och varje andetag känns krispigt och friskt. Att tälta på vintern lockar med sin råa skönhet och sitt avlägsna lugn, men det innebär också en rad utmaningar som kan göra upplevelsen mindre njutbar om man inte är förberedd. Kyla…
When you spend a lot of time in the forest, you encounter problems that need to be solved. These can be small or large. I have found my own tricks to make everything as smooth as possible. Here are 10 smart tips for outdoor life so that you too can enjoy yourself without any problems. 1. Anti-slip points on...
At the heart of the Swedish outdoor tradition lies a name that inspires both respect and warmth among adventurers and nature lovers: Lundhags. From its humble beginnings in a small workshop on Frösön in Jämtland, where Jonas Lundhag began manufacturing his first pairs of shoes back in 1932, Lundhags has grown to become much more than just a manufacturer of...
Är man som jag en friluftsfantast så är tjärved inget nytt eller konstigt. Men för den oinvigde kan det vara smått gåtfullt. Vad är tjärved egentligen och vad är det med tjärved som är så fantastiskt? Hur får man tag i det när man är ute i skogen och vill kicka igång en kaffebrasa? Den…
Finding the absolute best firewood in the forest isn't always easy. The quality of the wood affects how easily the fire lights, and how long and hot it burns. To master the art of building a great campfire, you need to know what type of wood is…
Starting a fire in the forest may seem like a simple task to the uninitiated. But ask any experienced outdoorsman and you'll hear that it's an art form fraught with potential pitfalls. I've lit probably a hundred fires over the years, and yet I still sometimes fall into these traps. There are...
In a world where the boundaries between nature and modernity are constantly blurring, an icon of Swedish engineering and design is born: Fjällräven. Since its founding in a small town in northern Sweden, this legendary brand has grown into a bastion of sustainability, innovation, and a true love of nature. From the widely known Kånken backpack to high-tech...
