Hiking and Backpacking

Time spent outdoors is a great way to relax. It is not surprising that loads of people go hiking and trekking to unwind from their hectic and stressful everyday life. Sounds of nature will clear your mind and silence the earworms - even Toto's Africa.

On top of clearing your mind of Toto, hiking and trekking can improve your cardiovascular fitness, lower your blood pressure, reduce your risk of diabetes, and boost your mood quite a bit although setting up a tent with your significant other in the rain in pitch black during the night in a snowstorm can sometimes be a challenge for the nerves. Trekking will challenge your physical endurance, strength, and balance. Whether you prefer a leisurely walk in the woods or a strenuous climb up a mountain, you will find hiking clothing, suitable footwear and camping gear to suit your taste and skill level from us.

In addition to being military specialists we here at Varusteleka are outdoors enthusiasts too! Trekking and camping are in our blood. We even like some misery and hardship in the form of primitive survival and bushcraft.

Here you will find our gear recommendations for hiking and trekking. The best hiking gear is the one that fits your needs. You don’t need to hoard all the hiking equipment the money can buy. Get what you need for your normal hikes and expand when you want to do something else in nature.

Are you tired of all this marketing talk? Well take a look at our articles for more down to earth reading about camping and our outdoor gear.