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Frequently asked questions and answers about PFAS in outdoor products
For years they were considered miracle-workers and were used in countless products to make them water repellent, non-stick and stain resistant – now they are to be banned across the EU. We’re talking about PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). They can be found in frying pans, rain jackets, cosmetics, plastic bags, dental floss and many more […]
Häufige Fragen und Antworten zu PFAS in Outdoor-Produkten
Jahrelang galten sie als Alleskönner, die in unzähligen Produkten zum Einsatz kommen, um diese wasser-, fett- und schmutzabweisend zu machen – nun sollen sie EU-weit verboten werden. Die Rede ist von PFAS (per- und polyfluorierte Alkylsubstanzen). Sie stecken in Bratpfannen, Regenjacken, Kosmetik, Bäckertüten, Zahnseide und vielem mehr. VAUDE unterstützt das geplante EU-weite Verbot und hat […]
Bikepacking in Patagonia
Last December was a very special month. Not only did I have the opportunity to come back to Argentina, but I was also able to celebrate my birthday deep into wild Patagonia, a unique opportunity I have been waiting for a long time. What an amazing experience it has been. Along with a few other […]
Save the Children – Wie ukrainischen Kindern durch eure Spenden geholfen wurde
Von einem Tag auf den anderen veränderte sich im letzten Jahr das Leben von Millionen Kindern in der Ukraine. Tausende Familien flohen aus ihrer Heimat, Kinder mussten dabei zusehen, wie ihr Zuhause zerstört wurde oder geliebte Menschen ihr Leben verloren. Auch uns hat der Krieg zutiefst erschüttert. Daher war es uns ein großes Anliegen, die […]
VAUDE Podcast #8: Verantwortungsbewusstes Biwakieren, Campen und Vanlife
Der Bedarf an naturnahen Übernachtungsplätzen steigt und damit auch die Zahl der Konflikte zwischen Landbesitzer*in, Behörde und Tourist*in. Welche Lösungsansätze gibt es zwischen Total-Verbot und Jedermannsrecht? Über dieses Thema spricht Ben in seiner neuen Folge mit Adrian von „MyCabin“.
Urban Outdoor II – Frühlings-Wanderungen rund um Berlin
Die Vögel zwitschern, die Krokusse blühen und mir zappeln die Füße! Es ist Zeit, dass ich mich wieder auf den Weg mache um die umliegende Natur in der Nähe von Berlin weiter zu erkunden! Lasst uns wandern gehen! Spaziergang mit Umweg von Schmöckwitz nach Königs Wusterhausen Ich habe mich schon öfter gefragt, was wohl nach […]
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The Story
OK, it’s the most famous glacier in the world. You can’t expect solitude here; every fifteen minutes a busload of tourists is released in the direction of the viewing platforms. And yet the sight of the Perito Moreno Glacier in Patagonia with its 4-km wide and 60 m high escarpment has something touching, something incomprehensible about it. It is a natural spectacle that takes your breath away and that instinctively describes the relationship between man and nature. Humility and tranquil joy of existence seizes every viewer.
The Photographer
Ralf Gantzhorn was born in 1964, holds a M.S. in Geology – and has even worked as a geologist (as an independent consultant in the contamination sector). He has been climbing since 1983 and working as a photographer since 1985. As a northern German, he is always torn between the far too distant mountains and the fresh sea air, but he’s found a compromise in Scandinavia, Scotland and Patagonia (where he has now spent over three years). He enjoys organizing trips in areas where unfamiliar vistas – which haven’t already been photographed 1000 times – lure from every corner. He often experiences his images as far too static, but then is pleased with the abundance of triangles in the structure and the fantastic light.
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The Story
The picture was taken on the summit of Marmolada after an ascent of the Vinatzer/Messner on the south wall. We didn’t reach the summit until 10:00 p.m. so we bivouacke (planned) there. We woke up to this riot of color …
The Photographer
Ralf Gantzhorn was born in 1964, holds a M.S. in Geology – and has even worked as a geologist (as an independent consultant in the contamination sector). He has been climbing since 1983 and working as a photographer since 1985. As a northern German, he is always torn between the far too distant mountains and the fresh sea air, but he’s found a compromise in Scandinavia, Scotland and Patagonia (where he has now spent over three years). He enjoys organizing trips in areas where unfamiliar vistas – which haven’t already been photographed 1000 times – lure from every corner. He often experiences his images as far too static, but then is pleased with the abundance of triangles in the structure and the fantastic light.
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