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Varusteleka size chart update 2024

Varusteleka size chart update 2024

Many people have contacted us and said that the gaps between sizes are too large, and thus many fall between sizes. Therefore we decided to do something about it. It...

Boots on the Ground – a Short Guide to Shoe Selection

Boots on the Ground – a Short Guide to Shoe Selection

Proper gear is a critical factor on the battlefield, and the significance of footwear is particularly crucial. In this article, we'll explore the footwear of the modern soldier, their characteristics, and suitability for various situations.

NIR – Myth or Reality?

NIR – Myth or Reality?

What is NIR? NIR stands for Near-Infrared Radiation. The purpose of this article is to provide a basic understanding of the impact of near-infrared radiation on the manufacturing, use, and...

A short story about women's voluntary military service in Finland

A short story about women's voluntary military service in Finland

Puskapissan mittainen inttitarina – ja neljä vinkkiä naisten vapaaehtoista palvelusta harkitseville.

Choosing the right rucksack

Choosing the right rucksack

The best rucksack for rucking is the one that meets both your traveling needs and your budget. Whether you are going to your backyard or Yellowstone, or with Jimmy Blenkinsops to both of the Kilimanjaros, read this article and get started!

World of Bushcraft

World of Bushcraft

What is bushcraft? Well, it is all sorts of cool stuff in the woods that could fill a range of books. And it probably has - both beginner bushcraft and more advanced one. Here’s a quick overview of the world of bushcrafting.

How to pack your rucksack

How to pack your rucksack

How to pack a rucksack? Packing a rucksack is easy – read this article, and you’ll know how in no time. This article is a brief how-to, which you can apply for your own purposes and personal gear.

How to Choose a Sleeping Pad

How to Choose a Sleeping Pad

The sleeping pad insulates the sleeper against the cold creeping in from the ground and offers a comfortable enough bed so that you can sleep in all sorts of conditions....

Winter hiking gear list

Winter hiking gear list

When you’re planning a wintery hike, the first logical step is the hiking trip packing list. This hiking essentials list is a simple way to make sure that you don’t...

Battle Belt Setup – How to win a Finnish sniper competition

Battle Belt Setup – How to win a Finnish sniper competition

There are many ways to come up with a battle belt setup. All serious gear choices are exclusively purpose-driven, and in this article, the purpose is to win a sniper competition.

Bug-Out Bag

Bug-Out Bag

When bugging out, speed is of the essence, and this comes down to good old preparedness. One way to prepare for extreme circumstances is to have a ready-packed survival gear set by your door – a bug-out bag.

DIY Oilskin Coat (or oilskin anything)

DIY Oilskin Coat (or oilskin anything)

Fed up with modern rainwear technology? It's time to take action then! Mankind has created wonderful alternative solutions to Gore-Tex and PVC ages ago. All you need is a cotton/linen...

Prepping 101 - a short guide to survival

Prepping 101 - a short guide to survival

How do you prepare for catastrophes, power outages, or war? Read the article.

Winter hiking tips

Winter hiking tips

How to dress for a winter hike? How to set up a tent in snow? What kind of nutrition do I need and how to prepare it? Read more about these from our winter hiking tips!

How to Not Suck When Using Socks

How to Not Suck When Using Socks

Have people lost the basic skill of using socks properly? Or could it be that knowledge has increased and people were too hardy to complain about blisters before? Either way,...

Using a rain cape as a shelter

Using a rain cape as a shelter

Even though there are all sorts of handy shelter options for outdoorspeople, ranging from a bivy bag to tents that fit several people, none of them are as versatile, lightweight,...