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Our selection includes a great range of warm winter shoes that are perfect for outdoor activities and hiking. High-quality shoes are also…

As the weather cools, it’s time to bring out warmer clothing. A warm jacket is one of the most comfortable pieces to wear on chilly days.…

Are you looking to buy your first outdoor knife? Choosing a knife can be tricky at first, as there are plenty of options available. In this…

In this article, we provide tips on what to pack for a hike during the snow-free season. Many beginner hikers likely dream of one day going…

As the autumn weather cools and the rains begin, heading out on a camping trip might not always seem appealing. However, autumn nights and…

Wilderness guides Ella and Kaisa, hosts of the Nature Challenge, shared their thoughts and tips on moving about and hiking in water…

By June, the weather in southern Finland starts to stay warm around the clock. While night frosts are still possible, they are short-lived.…

In Finland, it’s common to see people wearing wool clothing. Most of us likely own at least one wool sweater, beanie, or pair of wool…

This year, it has become even more evident how important nature is to us Finns. Nature always welcomes us with open arms, offering a…

Choosing a suitable sleeping bag and pad is not the easiest task at the start of your hiking hobby. This guide will show you what options…

In this blog post we will go over different types of camping stoves and will tell you how they differ from one another. With these tips you…

What could be nicer than wrapping yourself into a comfortable and well maintained sleeping bag after a long day of hiking! After reading…

In this guide we will give you the best tips for tent maintenance, storage, and washing, so that you can enjoy your tent’s service on your…

Especially a novice hiker will have a lot of trouble selecting their first hiking boots. In this guide we’ll look into the details of…

Are you considering buying a new tent? Our outdoor expert Mikko shares tips on what to consider when choosing the right tent. Buying a tent…

Are you considering purchasing a new tent? Our outdoor expert Mikko will give you a few tips to consider when buying a new tent. A tent is…

Have you just purchased a backpack and are you thinking of how to pack it correctly? In this article we will tell you how to pack your…

You can and should wash membrane fabrics! When a shell garment is clean it breathes better and all its technical features work in the best…

Washing, treating, and waxing hiking boots Taking care of hiking boots is very important, since the right kind of maintenance will increase…

Dark autumn evenings are no excuse to stay inside laying on the couch. Light emitting diodes, also known as LEDs, will come to the rescue…

“After the Northern Lights and love you can run, or wait for the next one.” Aurora Borealis, more commonly the Northern Lights are the best…

In this blog post, we want to introduce ourselves to all our dear customers from all over the world. We are Scandinavian Outdoor, a Finnish…