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The washing and caring of wool clothes

The washing and caring of wool clothes

When used and cared for correctly, wool is a long-lasting material. It does have certain requirements to maintain its properties and long service life. Pressure and abrasion are not good...

Psst, wanna buy a used sleeping bag?

Psst, wanna buy a used sleeping bag?

New good quality sleeping bags cost a lot. Used military surplus sleeping bags cost relatively very little, but there's a few things you'll need to know. Let's go through these...

A simple list of outdoor apparel you should own

A simple list of outdoor apparel you should own

This article aims to be a simple guide to outdoors(wo)man's wardrobe, so he or she will have the means to stay comfortable in most weather types. All of the items...

Sleeping bag size selection guide

Sleeping bag size selection guide

Don't know in which bag to hide your body? Read this article and be enlightened! The woes of fitting a sleeping bag online We're often asked about sleeping bag sizing....

Varusteleka's brands 12-month warranty

Varusteleka's brands 12-month warranty

On top of our regular 100 day returns policy all our own products have a 12-month warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. The 12-month period starts on the day...

How to dress in layers

How to dress in layers

In this article, we’ll go through the basics of layering clothing and provide recommendations on what you should purchase for each layer. This article is written from a Finnish viewpoint...

Washing textiles

Washing textiles

Washing clothes and other textiles sometimes raises questions. We try to give care advice on each product page the best we can, but a separate article still defends its place...

Shemagh-how-to

Shemagh-how-to

Shemagh-scarf is a convertible piece of gear. Unlike your everyday neck-warmer, it serves as a balaclava, or even as a makeshift backpack if it comes to it.

Hammock Camping in Winter

Hammock Camping in Winter

The anatomy of hammocking A hammock is a very handy and lightweight sleeping option in summer. It goes where angels fear to tread and it is very easy to set...

The Care for Your Shoes and Boots Explained

The Care for Your Shoes and Boots Explained

Proper shoe care is vitally necessary to prolong the service life of your boots or shoes. This article covers how to take care of footwear sold by us, and generally...

Paracord bracelet DIY instructions

Paracord bracelet DIY instructions

Be ready for the situation where you might suddenly need a short length of string, line, or cord - for example, pitching a tent or to replace a snapped shoelace...