Gear Review: VAUDE Performance 7 M Sleeping Mat

The Vaude Performance 7 M sleeping mat is perfect if you love adventure and still want a good night’s sleep. Whether you’re a regular multi-day hiker or leaning towards exploring some alpine terrain, this mat gives you that sweet combo of lightweight performance and warmth. With an R-value of 2.5, it keeps you insulated down to -2°C, making it just right for three-season camping.

Leki Makalu Hiking Poles

The Leki Makalu trekking poles are your adventure sidekicks, designed to keep you steady at all times. These poles are built to handle everything from rocky scrambles to muddy paths. With a three-part telescopic design and tube diameters of 18, 16, and 14 mm, these poles are as sturdy as they come, and the Speed Lock Plus system makes adjusting the length easy-peasy — even mid-hike. So whether you're climbing summits or strolling through the woods, these poles have you covered.

Gear review: VAUDE Sioux 800 II sleeping bag

If you’ve found yourself eyeing the Vaude Sioux 800 Synthetic Sleeping Bag, you’re in the right spot. In this review, I’ll dive into everything you need to know — its features, where I’ve tested it, the pros and cons of this particular model, and my final verdict. By the end, you'll know if this bag is the one to take on your next adventure!