It is 0° in Bansko now. clear sky
It is 0° in Bansko now. clear sky

Mountain and hiking equipment

An orange and blue hiking backpack and water bottle placed on a rock against a backdrop of a dramatic mountain peak and cloudy sky.

The House on the Back: How to Choose the Perfect Backpack for Pirin
Three pairs of hiking boots on a wooden surface against a map background. The center boot is turned sideways, revealing a detailed black rubber sole with orange "VIBRAM" lettering. The other two boots are standing upright, in shades of brown and gray, with laces.

High-tops or trail running shoes? The right choice for the terrain above Bansko
Hiking socks made of merino wool against the backdrop of Vihren Peak in Pirin

Pirin Foot Guide: How to Choose the Right Socks for Bansko and the Mountains
A collection of mountain equipment – hiking boots, a backpack, a jacket and climbing equipment, arranged on a rocky surface.

THE WORLD MOUNTAIN MAP – A global guide to trekking and outdoor equipment
Comparison of world ski brands - Atomic, Colmar and Bulgarian production.

World Leaders in Ski and Snowboard Equipment: A Global Guide for Connoisseurs
Anatomy of a ski boot – shell, sock and GripWalk sole.

Ski Boots for Beginners: A Complete Guide to Choosing (Season 2026)
Comparison between old ski boots and the new 2026 models with BOA system.

Revolution on the piste: Top 5 ski boot technologies for the 2026 season (Full analysis)
Comparison of ski equipment Columbia The North Face Salomon and Helly Hansen against the background of a winter landscape

Giant battle of brands: Which equipment is best for Bansko?
A skier with a protective multifunctional buff towel against the backdrop of Todorka Peak in Pirin.

Ski and Mountain Buff: The Mandatory Equipment for Bansko and Pirin 2026
Маратонка Nike Trail с Gore‑Tex в тъмносиньо и бордо, изложена върху кашони с логото на Nike, с видима цена 109,99 евро.

Gore-Tex: Заслужава ли си високата цена или плащаме само за етикета?
Close-up of waterproof fabric with water drops and a diagram of a breathable membrane for a ski jacket.

Water Column and Breathability: How to Read Ski Equipment Labels (Complete Guide to Bansko)
A skier with three-layer equipment on Todorka Peak in the Pirin Mountains above Bansko.

How to dress properly in winter in Bansko and Pirin: A guide to the layering system