Annual Day Zero HiF Advent Calendar Send-off 2016

The “Annual Day Zero HiF Advent Calendar Kick-off 2016” is a Send-Off this year - Happy holidays!

Dear Santa,

I really missed talking to you. Twelve months is a long time of radio-silence, and I have a lot to tell you. Like all the awesome trips I have been on this year, from Ski-touring in Lyngen to backpacking in the Dolomites, 2016 has been fantastic. I spent great moments with my family in the mountains, and am looking very much forward to winter backpacking and other adventures.

But lets get down to business and start talking about the holiday season and the awesome Hiking in Finland Advent Calendar. I saw it was again very nicely filled with prizes worth over 5.000€, and what better way to celebrate an awesome #HiFAdventCalendar season than with a sweet ADZHiFASO package from some small companies!

whoopieslings.com make a complete Hammock and Tarp Suspension Systems, and as I decided to give hammocks another chance what would be better than having a smart suspension system for it? A set of 6” whoopie slings, a pair of 6’ tree huggers and a pair of toggles should make setting up my hammock a breeze!

Similar to hammocking I think it is time to step up my trailrunning again! A VRV8 Pack from KS ultralight gear would be ideal for that - the pack is super simple yet efficient and packs all I need for a day out running in the forests and hills. It carries my poles, soft flasks or water bottles, and 8 l of gear fit into the main compartment, all with restricting movement.

One thing I have learned which should always be along is a pair of rain mitts. The Mountain Laurel Design eVent Rain Mitts are the lightest rain mitts on the market and rumour has it that if one carries a pair rain usually doesn’t bother one when outside, so they’re kind of a good charm, too!

Also a pair of GooseFeet Gear Down Socks have been on my list for a long time - not just because I get awfully could feet at camp in winter, but also because they pack so tiny & light when I’m hiking throughout the day. Filled with 850 fill power DownTek down these socks keep me toasty on my winter adventures, which is especially great after a long day in boots!

And finally, a 32 oz Wide Mouth Bottle from Hydro Flask would be swell - not just for plenty of coffee the whole day but also for keeping drinks cold in the heat. It is BPA-Free, Toxin-Free and comes with a Lifetime Warranty - so this would be the last bottle I’d ever ask for!

To win this sweet prize package just enter via the Rafflecopter Widget below:

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Disclaimer: Read The Tips & Rules. The prizes are sent directly from the companies, possible import duty fees need to be paid by the winner. You can choose the colour of the Hydro Flask and whoopieslings, the size of the socks and rain mitts.*

I was abroad in Mexico and there were technical difficulties in the backend of the blog. While I fix a few little things you can read how I pack for a ski-touring trip =) 

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Advent Calendar Door 24

Dear Santa,

also for freeriding and ski-touring lighter means better: A lighter ski, boot and backpack allows you to skin up in more comfort & faster, while at the same time preserving energy for the ride down. Mammut updated their Ride Removable Airbag 3.0 Backpack which got even lighter this year, with the Removable Airbag System 3.0 getting even more compact & dependable while remaining just as removable and transferable to other compatible packs as before. The airbag system itself is just 690 g and with a carbon cartridge it tips the scales at barely over 1 kg. The 30l backpack on the other hand fits enough gear for a long day in the mountains, with a front pocket for avalanche safety equipment & a padded google pocket, it carries skis or a snowboard and an integrated helmet carrier carries the helmet when skinning up, too. All in all it’s a might fine pack and Airbag System that helps to keep me safe during deep powder days where the avalanche risk is high! Now lets hope that this winter is going to be better than the last one!

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Disclaimer: Read The Tips & Rules. The prize, a Ride Removable Backpack 3.0 incl. the Airbag System, is sent directly from Mammut in Switzerland. Possible import duty fees need to be paid by the winner.

I was abroad in Mexico and there were technical difficulties in the backend of the blog. While I fix a few little things you can read how I pack for a ski-touring trip =) 

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Advent Calendar Door 23

Dear Santa,

you know what I like (you probably do by now =)? Small companies which make innovative gear. Páramo is such a company, which not only designs & makes great garments for outdoor activities, they also do good and foster ethical & sustainable production. Take their Enduro Jacket for example, which is made from their directional Nikwax Analogy Waterproof fabric. It is Made in Colombia, is 100% PFC Free, at the end of its long life it can be recycled via the Páramo Recycling Scheme and the company helps to fund conservation projects across the globe. That’s a lot of good things a single jacket can do for people, planet and the one wearing it. Made for the mountains the Enduro can accompany one ski-touring and alpine climbing with its great freedom of movement, while the many pockets keep important kit close at hand. The large peak on the helmet-compatible hood keeps snow and rain at bay, and large arm vents help to stay cool when skinning up a mountain. And after a long season of use & fun it can be made like new again by washing it with Nikwax products! Yeps, that are exactly the kind of things I like and wish there would be more from!

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Disclaimer: Read The Tips & Rules. The prize, an Enduro Jacket (Winner can pick the Size), is sent directly from Páramo in the UK. Possible import duty fees need to be paid by the winner.

I was abroad in Mexico and there were technical difficulties in the backend of the blog. While I fix a few little things you can read this Layering Guide and How to Dress for Winter!

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Dear Santa,

Ruta Locura is one of those small cottages which know their trade and their ultralight materials, in in their case that’s carbon fibre. Josh has been building since the mid-2000s carbon fibre and titanium goods for ultralight backpackers, campers, fishermen and hunters alike, and their Yana Trekking Poles are some of the most versatile poles on the market. Not just are they great to pitch Pyramid shelters and tarps at the end of the day, they also can be transformed into a tenkara rod when you want to add some trout to the Menu in the evening! The poles are also light, as you would expect, and so durable that a pair should last with some proper care and maintenance at least half a lite time!

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Disclaimer: Read The Tips & Rules. The prize, a pair of Yana 2017 trekking poles, is sent directly from Ruta Locura in the USA. Possible import duty fees need to be paid by the winner.

I was abroad in Mexico and there were technical difficulties in the backend of the blog. While I fix a few little things you can read this Layering Guide and How to Dress for Winter!

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Advent Calendar Door 21

Dear Santa,

Winter is also the time for wearing toasty warm down jackets. But down does not equal down, and hence we as consumers need to sometimes steer companies into the right direction. One company which doesn’t need steering but is leading in responsibly manufactured down is Mountain Equipment with their Down Codex. Since many years they offer customers the ability to 100% trace the down in their sleeping bags and jackets, which means one can have peace of mind in knowing that the down which keeps one warm was gathered with animal welfare in mind. So back to that toasty jacket I mentioned: With winters being warmer in the last few years a jacket like the Men’s Arete Hooded Jacket is ideal for the temperatures one encounters in our winters. The 320 g light jacket comes with two zippered pockets for cold hands & camera batteries, and the hood ensures also ears and neck don’t need to freeze. Best of all: The water-resistant down doesn’t collapse when the snow turns to slush, and with some smart layering one could use this down jacket all year around!

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Disclaimer: Read The Tips & Rules. The prize, a Mountain Equipment Men’s or Women’s Arete Hooded Jacket (you can choose Sex, Size, Colour), is sent directly from Mountain Equipment in Germany. Possible import duty fees need to be paid by the winner.

I was abroad in Mexico and there were technical difficulties in the backend of the blog. While I fix a few little things you can read this Layering Guide and How to Dress for Winter!

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Advent Calendar Door 20

Dear Santa,

Black Rock Gear hails from Seattle, Washington, that city which is known for Nirvana, Rain, Starbucks and the Space Needle, and it’s location between Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountain range makes it a great location for outdoor enthusiasts. It’s thus no surprise that Black Rock Gear makes some of the finest & lightest Down Hats available for outdoor enthusiasts around the globe. Take The Original Beanie for example, which was an instant classic when it launched several years ago. Filled with 950 fill power goose down and sewn with ultralight ripstop nylon it’s so light, you sometimes only realize it’s on your head because your ears are toasty! Also the BRG Sport Pack is a light daypack made from durable materials which is excellent for those Urban adventures one goes on. It’s water-proof zippers keeps the inside dry, and the two internal Mesh “Catch All” Pockets help with organzing on the go. The pack can be fully opened for easy packing and access, and the padded shoulder straps make it comfortable to carry all day long!

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Disclaimer: Read The Tips & Rules. The prize, a BRG Sports Pack and a BRG Hat of your choice (Model, Size, Colour), is sent directly from Black Rock Gear in the USA. Possible import duty fees need to be paid by the winner-

I was abroad in Mexico and there were technical difficulties in the backend of the blog. Now I’m happy to be back where I belong =) Also, read about Winter Backpacking in Repovesi National Park!

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Advent Calendar Door 14

Dear Santa,

Kupilka creates the most loved Finnish outdoor design product from wood and thermoplastic, and what better way to surprise a loved one for the holidays than with a whole set of amazing Kupilka Goodies with the Kupilka Premium Set? Even better: Surprise the to be gifted one with a delicious meal of home-cooked Finnish delicacies, because with a bowl, a plate, a shot glass and the iconic Kupilka cup as well as cutlery one has all it needs to dine in style from the fine dishes! Then easily rinse it with hot water and be ready for the next meal, for many, many years to come!

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Disclaimer: Read The Tips & Rules. The prize, a Kupilka Premium Box is sent directly from Kupilka in Finland. Possible import duty fees need to be paid by the winner.

I was abroad in Mexico and there were technical difficulties in the backend of the blog. Bear with me on this temporary site until I get things fixed! Meanwhile, read about Autumn hiking in Finland =)

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Advent Calendar Door 13

Dear Santa,

remember that I told you a while ago that one never can have enough backpacks? With the Citus 24 LW Backpack from VAUDE that is certainly true, because a 500 g light pack that’s also very environmentally friendly is definitely worth having for day hikes and overnighters. It’s ventilated back and the ventilated shoulder straps & hipbelt makes it ideal for hot environments - like hiking in Spain and Portugal. Two stretchy side pockets pack water & snacks for easy access on the go, and the reflective details make one visible when hiking late at night back to the village. A durable pack that’s made from sustainable materials, resource-efficient manufacturing and fair production - a triple win thus!

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Disclaimer: Read The Tips & Rules. The prize, a red Citus 24 LW backpack is sent directly from VAUDE in Germany and VAUDE will only send the backpack to winners in Europe. Possible import duty fees need to be paid by the winner.

I was abroad in Mexico and there were technical difficulties in the backend of the blog. Bear with me on this temporary site until I get things fixed! Meanwhile, read about Autumn hiking in Finland =)

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Advent Calendar Door 19

Dear Santa,

Quilts are what we ultralight backpackers & climbers love most. Not only are they way lighter than a sleeping bag, but the freedom of movement and ease of use are at least as important. Enlightened Equipment makes some of the most innovative quilts on the market, and almost all of their quilts are Made-to-Order exactly like one wants it. Extra down and a slim cut? No problem! Synthetic insulation and a wide foot box? Also no problem! Tim and his employees are able to fulfil almost every wish when it comes to quilts, and once you have slept under an Enlightened Equipment Quilt you won’t ever go back to a sleeping bag!

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Disclaimer: Read The Tips & Rules. The prize, a $100 Gift Card, is sent directly from Enlightened Equipment. Possible import duty fees need to be paid by the winner.

I was abroad in Mexico and there were technical difficulties in the backend of the blog. Bear with me on this temporary site until I get things fixed! Meanwhile, read my enLIGHTened Equipment Revelation Quilts Review.

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Advent Calendar Door 18

Dear Santa,

Winter, that’s ski-touring season for me. I love to skin up a lonely mountain with a good friend or two, enjoy a warm cup of tea at the summit before dropping in and enjoying fresh powder & untouched slopes on the way back to the valley. On a trip like this a good-fitting and functional ski-touring backpack is mandatory, and the Backcountry 32 Pack from Marmot ticks those boxes very well. When you need to Bootpack it carries the skis in a A-Frame or diagonally, a Shovel and Probe Pocket give fast access to the essential tools when needed and the ergonomically designed shoulder harness makes the pack comfortably to carry all day long. Add in that it is light and durably made and you have pack that you’re looking forward to to carry when you get early in the morning to climb up a mountain!

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Disclaimer: Read The Tips & Rules. The prize is sent directly from Marmot in Germany. Possible import duty fees need to be paid by the winner.

I was abroad in Mexico and there were technical difficulties in the backend of the blog. Bear with me on this temporary site until I get things fixed! Meanwhile, read about how I pack for a ski-touring trip =) 

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Advent Calendar Door 17

Dear Santa,

December is the darkest month of the year, when the days get shorter and shorter until the winter solstice. That’s not ideal for being outdoors here up in the north, but that’s where Suprabeam comes in: With their V3air Headlamp and the Q3defend Torch we bring light into the December darkness and can pursue our outdoor activities in the bright light of this headlamp and torch! The V3air is just 140 g but boost up to 250 Lumens, enough to shine up to 195 m far. The Q3defend Torch is even more powerful and also very versatile, and also waterproof! With these two lamps the darkness can come, because we’re ready for it!

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Disclaimer: Read The Tips & Rules. The prize is sent directly from Suprabeam in Denmark. Possible import duty fees need to be paid by the winner.

I was abroad in Mexico and there were technical difficulties in the backend of the blog. Bear with me on this temporary site until I get things fixed! Meanwhile, read about Autumn hiking in Finland =)

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Advent Calendar Door 16

Dear Santa,

ICEBUG hails from Sweden and if they know one thing then it is how to have good grip on slippery surfaces like ice and snow when you’re out running. The Anima5 BUGrip is a dream come true for us ultralight backpackers and trailrunners as one shoe tips the scales at 280 g in a Size 7.5! Add in plenty of durable Carbide Tips which will bite into the hardest snow & ice to guarantee great grip as well as the weather shield membrane which is laminated to the backside of the upper textile and which prevents snow, cold air and slush to your feet when conditions are getting rough, and you have a shoe which is made for running in the North from October to April!

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Disclaimer: Read The Tips & Rules. The prize is sent from within Europe directly from ICEBUG. Possible import duty fees need to be paid by the winner.

I was abroad in Mexico and there were technical difficulties in the backend of the blog. Bear with me on this temporary site until I get things fixed! Meanwhile, read about Autumn hiking in Finland =)

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Advent Calendar Door 15

Dear Santa,

you know that aunt or grand mom who always gifts you socks for Christmas? The thing is, we hikers love us some good, durable socks, and that these Aunt Mary socks just aren't those. Happily Outdoorline.sk can rescue every person who likes to gift socks for the holidays, as they carry the best hiking socks on the market: Darn Tough Socks. Not only do they look great, but they are super-durable, comfortable, made from non-smelly Merino Wool and best of all: They are Guaranteed for life - if they go broken, send them in and get a new pair. Thus with a few pairs of these any backpacker, climber & skier is set for good!

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Disclaimer: Read The Tips & Rules. The prize, a 100 € voucher to purchase Darn Tough socks after one’s own heart, is sponsored by Outdoorline.sk in Slovakia. Possible import duty fees need to be paid by the winner.

I was abroad in Mexico and there were technical difficulties in the backend of the blog. Bear with me on this temporary site until I get things fixed! Meanwhile, read about Autumn hiking in Finland =)

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Tudor House – Vancouver – Cambie Corridor

Arriving to the Cambie Corridor is a new boutique development by Formwerks called Tudor House. This stunning development is going to have 15 residences in a 4 storey building. We can expect to see luxurious finishes and spacious floor plans.

Tudor House will consist of 1, and 2 bedroom garden-level suites along with 3 bedroom townhouses. Situated near by is the beautiful Queen Elizabeth Park and Langara Golf Course.

Pricing for Tudor House

Pricing has not yet been determined.  Please register and join our VIP list to be one of the first to receive information

 

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Yukon Residences – Vancouver – Cambie Corridor

Albaster Homes is proud to announce there newest development to the Cambie corridor Yukon Residences. This Gorgeous development of boutique town-homes will be situated within walking distance of Winona park & Langara Golf Course.

Yukon Residences will consist of 33 3-4 bedroom homes Spread out over 4 buildings with spectacular views of Winona park and Langara golf course. Floor plans have not yet been finalized but finishes will certainly be high end and luxury in style.

Nearby the development there will be everything you need including Supermarkets,Restaurants,Bars,Fitness centers and if this is not enough Oakridge mall is only a few minutes ride on the Canada Line.

Pricing for Yukon Residences:

Experience living on Vancouver’s well sought after Cambie Corridor and be apart of an Amazing community, register now for more information on floor plans and pricing.

 

Expected Completion:
To be announced.

 

 

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Grosvenor Pacific Vancouver

Grosvenor are excited to announce there newest development Grosvenor Pacific in Vancouver. Located on the corner of Hornby and Pacific this stunning 375 foot building will have approximately 212 homes including 1,2 and 3 bedroom condos along with 3 two storey town-homes. Expect Grosvenor to have spectacular views.

This development does include plans for amenity space and landscaping which will be finalized soon.

This amazing development will be within walking distance of Yaletown’s best restaurants bars and shops, also enjoy Vancouver’s gorgeous seawall.

 

Experience Vancouver living and be apart of an Amazing community, register now for more information and pricing.

 

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