Contents no. 21 - December 2023:

Madeira: an island for hiking in every season  

How to wash on a trek?  

The 5 best Petzl head torches  

 

Madeira:

An island for hiking in every season

Is there a beautiful island with wild landscapes and coastlines where you can hike at any time of year? Preferably affordable and without needing too much leave? Yes: Madeira is one of those little hiker's paradises, easily reached from France, with a pleasant climate throughout the year.

Pack your backpack: Rayonrando shares useful information for discovering Madeira, the island of flowers.

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How to wash on a trek?

 

A bath is impossible, and even a lukewarm shower is out of reach, yet after a day's trekking you could really use a wash… A trickle of water or an icy torrent: options are generally limited. Then evening comes, the sun disappears and a cool breeze reminds you of your altitude.

Rest assured: RayonRando helps you overcome your mild apprehension and stay clean by taking the drama out of this “sensitive” subject in a few points:

  • Why wash on a trek?
  • Where can you wash when wild camping?
  • Which parts of the body should you prioritise?
  • Which products and accessories should you use for washing?

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The 5 best Petzl head torches

 

Whenever outdoor lighting comes up, the same expression returns: “Have you brought your Petzl for tonight?” Like Thermos for insulated bottles, Petzl has become synonymous with head torches. But more than that: Petzl also means reliability and durability, something we at RayonRando have verified over 17 years.

This French company pioneered 2 areas: vertical activities, with numerous crampons, ice axes and accessories, and outdoor lighting, with a wide range of head torches sold worldwide.

Whether you enjoy hiking, trail running or cycle touring, or are particularly exposed to bad weather during your activities, there is a Petzl head torch to suit your needs.

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