If you want to enjoy nature while engaging in a physical activity suitable for everyone, hiking is a discipline that you will surely love. Indeed, nearly 35% of French people aged 15 to 70 say they practice hiking at least once a year. This represents about 16 million French hikers who traverse the coastal and mountain trails. During your adventures, remember to check our everything for hiking to prepare well!

Always respect the three-layer rule.

Indeed, to ensure you are comfortable in the clothing you wear during a hiking trip, it is essential to follow the three-layer rule.
That is to say:

  • Choose a garment with a base layer made of synthetic material that will provide better moisture wicking while keeping you dry. Depending on the season, choose long-sleeved or short-sleeved clothing, not forgetting to choose your technical base layers for optimal comfort.
  • Choose a garment with a good protective layer with waterproof, windproof, and breathable properties to protect you in case of bad weather or injuries. Gore-Tex products will allow you to combine these three criteria.
  • Choose a garment with an insulation layer to retain your body heat while protecting you from the cold, while continuing to wick away moisture produced during exertion.

THE PRODUCT EXPERT'S ADVICE:





"In winter, you can definitely choose a base layer made of merino wool. Indeed, this material has good technical qualities and provides extra warmth for more comfort. However, in summer, it seems preferable to opt for lightweight materials. Choose a synthetic t-shirt. It will dry more easily and is often lighter and more breathable.
And don't forget, if you're going on a multi-day trip, prioritize fabrics like wool because with its antibacterial properties, it helps avoid odors."

Malaurie - product expert for the hiking universe

About Malaurie "A great enthusiast of all kinds of sports, I lead a life at two hundred miles an hour where weekends rhyme with outdoor activities."

How to choose your hiking jacket?

It is essential to choose your hiking jacket well to ensure you are 100% comfortable in your clothing. Don't forget to complete your mountain sports clothing equipment with the rest of our selection.

First, it is very important to choose a breathable jacket. The Gore-Tex membrane is renowned for being unmatched in this area. Indeed, the fabric is developed so that the pores are small enough to prevent moisture from penetrating inside the jacket while being large enough to allow good moisture wicking.

Next, it is necessary to inquire about the level of protection of the jacket against rain and moisture. This value is expressed in Schmerber. The higher the index, the more waterproof the jacket will be able to withstand bad weather. When the index is 2000 mm, it means that the protection is suitable for outings in fog or on humid days. At the extreme, an index of 30,000 mm indicates protection that is perfectly suitable for the most extreme situations.

For hiking in dry weather, a water-repellent softshell jacket will do just fine.

Of course, it is never easy to have a single jacket to be protected and comfortable regardless of the weather and season. Fortunately, there are 3-in-1 jackets, consisting of a removable down jacket, ventilation zips, and/or mesh pockets that can be added or removed as needed. And for a complete look, think of our selection of hats for hiking.


How to choose your hiking pants?

To stay comfortable when the effort becomes more intense, when the weather is not forgiving, and when the terrain is hilly. To ensure you have an outfit suitable for all these conditions, it is essential to be aware of the following four criteria:

  • Be sure that the hiking pants are comfortable for you and that you can wear them for long kilometers of walking. Above all, never underestimate the importance of comfort. Indeed, if you feel comfortable in your hiking bottoms, you will have much less difficulty feeling free in your movements both on flat ground and during ascents. Even the presence of a seam or lining should not disturb you in any way. The choice of women's hiking shorts can also meet your needs during the summer.
  • Ensure that the pants' resistance is sufficient to withstand the passage of brambles or the friction against rocks and branches. To be sure that the pants are robust, you should pay attention to the seams as this will be the part most regularly stressed.
  • You should also pay attention to the breathability of the pants. This means that it should allow moisture wicking. With intense activity, you will inevitably sweat, and it would be better to use clothing made of synthetic fibers. This material has the advantage of drying quickly and being of excellent quality in both high heat and rain.

DID YOU KNOW:

Choosing waterproof pants is essential if you want to go out in difficult conditions. The Gore-Tex membrane will ensure excellent moisture wicking without allowing external moisture to penetrate inside the pants.


How to choose your hiking t-shirt?

The hiking t-shirt is the first layer of clothing in contact with your skin. It should therefore be comfortable and light enough to feel like one with your skin. To complete your outfit, discover our performance hiking clothing suitable for all seasons.

Choose your t-shirt based on the intensity of the effort:

  • Light intensity: It is preferable to favor natural materials. T-shirts made from these materials are often lighter and dry faster. For sunny days with moderate temperatures, you can opt for a shirt that will provide more protection from the sun and wind from the shoulders to the wrists.
  • Moderate intensity: You can choose a t-shirt made of synthetic materials as this type of fabric is more breathable and dries quickly.
  • High intensity: Favor wool fabrics as they are naturally antibacterial and therefore odor-resistant. This material is perfect if you plan to go for several days without a way to wash your clothes.


TO REMEMBER:

  • RESPECT THE THREE-LAYER RULE
  • DO NOT SKIMP ON COMFORT
  • CHOOSE AN OUTFIT SUITED TO WEATHER CONDITIONS
  • CHOOSE A T-SHIRT SUITED TO THE INTENSITY OF THE EFFORT



Don't forget to also choose your hiking accessories, essential to complete your equipment or for more comfort and safety. And if you're going on an adventure in winter conditions, discover our range of high-quality ski gloves.