Layering for the hills
Base, mid, shell, and why you should start the day a little cold.
Autumn on the ridge
Go a little further
Packs, shells and boots for long days above the tree line.
The trail (demo route)
One day, four stops
A lakeside ridge loop and the gear we would bring. Pick a stop to see it.
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 1050 m
- Highest point
- 1620 m
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0 km
Trailhead by the lake
Lace up by the water and start easy along the shore path. The first hour is flat, so let the boots warm up.
Ascent Hiking Boot€179,00
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4.5 km
The first climb
Switchbacks through the pines, 270 m in under two kilometres. Unfold the poles here and keep them out for the way down.
Carbon Trek Poles€99,00
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10.5 km
The summit
The high point at 1620 m, and the wind that comes with it. Put the shell on before you stop, not after.
Storm Shell Jacket€229,00
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15 km
Back at the water
A long descent to the lake and the tap by the car park. Refill, sit down, look back at the ridge.
Trail Bottle€29,00
Trail favourites
Most packed
Ridge 30 L Backpack
€139,00
Camp
Sleep under the stars
A freestanding tent, a down bag and a stove that packs small.
- Two-person tent with two doors, 1.9 kg
- Down bag in its own stuff sack
- Every weight is on the product page
On the trail
Leave no trace
Plan ahead
Check the forecast the night before, and leave your route and return time with someone at home.
Stay on the path
Walk through the puddle, not around it. Widened paths take years to grow back.
Pack it out
Every wrapper, peel and teabag goes home with you. A spare zip bag in the lid pocket makes it easy.
Trail notes
Before the trailhead
Your first night out
Pitch early, eat well, and practise with the tent in the garden first.
Starting before sunrise
A head torch, a red light and a route you have walked in daylight.
How do I pick a pack size?
20–30 L suits a day hike with a shell, lunch and water. A night in a hut needs 35–45 L; camping needs more.
Are your boots waterproof?
The Ascent boot has a waterproof lining. Each product page lists its materials.
Can I return worn gear?
Unused gear can come back within 60 days. If worn gear fails early, we repair it. (Demo policy.)
How warm is the sleeping bag?
Comfortable to 0 °C for most sleepers, with a limit of −6 °C. Add a liner and a warm hat for colder nights. (Demo rating.)
When will my order arrive?
Orders leave us within two working days and reach most of the EU in three to five. (Demo.)