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

mountain equipment

Portrait of a man with a slight blush on his face, standing indoors, without sunglasses.

Sun protection in the mountains: Why are sunglasses mandatory in Pirin?
Victorinox Swiss Army knife on a wooden table with a Pirin mountain background

Mountain Knife: Choosing Victorinox, Opinel or Morakniv?
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
Quality shoes for mountain trekking against the backdrop of Vihren Peak in Pirin.

A complete guide to choosing shoes for mountain hiking in Bansko and Pirin
A hiker uses telescopic poles on the rocky terrain towards Vihren Peak in Pirin.

4 legs are better than 2: Why are poles mandatory in Pirin?
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 tourist with a backpack and a map makes a hike in the Pirin Mountains above Bansko.

20 Mistakes of Beginner Mountaineers: Pirin 2026 Guide
Mountain equipment for hiking in Pirin – backpack, shoes, map, water and first aid, arranged on a rocky background

20 Must-Haves for a Mountain Hike in Pirin – Full List 2026