It is -2° in Bansko now. clear sky
It is -2° in Bansko now. clear sky

MOUNTAIN SPORTS AND ACTIVE LIFE

Ski equipment 2026 including Atomic skis, BOA boots and avalanche backpack

Complete ski equipment: A list of everything you need for beginners
An open tourist first aid kit with lifesaving foil, patches and a phone on a rock in Pirin.

Mountain first aid kit: What should we bring in Pirin?
Knitted woolen slippers and ski equipment in a cozy setting in Bansko

Icy toes in Bansko? Grandma's secret and the modern science of warm feet
Hiking equipment 2026 - Salomon Quest 4, Dyneema backpack and Garmin Fenix 8 against the backdrop of Pirin.

Hiking Gear 2026: Top Models and Trends
Hiking equipment 2026 - Salomon Quest 4, Dyneema backpack and Garmin Fenix 8 against the backdrop of Pirin.

The Big Guide to Hiking Gear 2026: Technologies, Analysis and Top Models
Comparison of Fill Power 600 and 800 and a person with a down jacket in Bansko

Down Jackets: Choosing Fill Power and Proper Washing
Ski equipment 2026 including Atomic skis, BOA boots and avalanche backpack

ALPINE PERFECTION: THE FULL ANALYSIS
A skier uses a phone while skiing to navigate in the mountains above Bansko.

The smartphone and the slope: Your phone when skiing - a complete guide
Ski equipment 2026 including Atomic skis, BOA boots and avalanche backpack

The Skier of the Future: Why New 2026 Ski Gear Is a Game Changer
Comparison between natural down and 3M Thinsulate insulation – macro view of moisture-wicking fibers and a high-tech synthetic structure for thermal insulation.

Lighter, Warmer, Longer on the Slope: Why Your Ski Gear with 3M Thinsulate is the Top for Bansko
A macro shot comparing the water resistance of natural down (left) and synthetic PrimaLoft insulation (right). The PrimaLoft logo is in the center, and water droplets are repelled by the synthetic fibers.

Primaloft insulation: The hidden trump card for warmth and dryness in Bansko
A hiker with a Polartec technology jacket against the backdrop of Mount Todorka in Bansko.

Polartec Technology: The Science Behind Warmth and Comfort in the Mountains