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Camping trips in winter are wonderful. You experience nature in a completely different way and it is often wonderfully peaceful. Compared to camping in the summer, winter camping is a bit more challenging - or should we say snowy? - in terms of preparation.

Read on for a few essential tips for a warm and comfortable sleep in colder temperatures:

1. Build a 'sleep system'

When we talk about a 'sleep system', we mean the combination of the right gear to make yourself as warm and comfortable as possible at night. When you use a sleeping bag, the filling is actually always compressed in the areas you lie on, which means that the insulation value at those contact points is reduced. Less insulation means less warmth, so what can you do to compensate?

This is where building a "sleep system" comes in. Cold doesn't just come from the air, it comes from the ground. The best thing you can do here is combine your sleeping bag with a warm sleeping pad. "Is there such a thing as a warm sleeping pad?"

Temperature

You’ve invested in a good tent, and of course, you want to enjoy it for as long as possible. A tent is designed for outdoor use and can withstand rough conditions. But did you know that most wear and tear doesn’t occur when the tent is in use, but rather when it’s stored away? Prevent premature wear by taking care when packing up and storing your tent until your next adventure!

Taking Down Your Tent

The end of your stay is near, and your bags are packed. The only thing left to do is take down your tent. While it’s not difficult, it does require some attention.

• Empty the tent completely and use a dustpan and brush to clean it thoroughly.
• Close all zippers and compartments, but leave the entrance zipper slightly open. This prevents air from getting trapped inside when rolling up the tent.
• Remove the pegs from the ground, rinse off any dirt, and dry them to prevent rust.
• Take out the tent poles and fold them from the middle. Tent poles have an elastic cord that keeps the segments together.

You go on a trip and take with you.... As many sustainable, plastic-free and multiple-use products as possible! By swapping a few travel items with sustainable alternatives, you can make your trip a lot less polluting.

To make it easy we have a handy list of n easy list of 25 sustainable swaps for you that you can easily cross off before you go on your trip. We start easy and then go into more detail. Let's go!

Before you go...

1. (Travel) books, folders, paper boarding tickets → apps, e-books

Making a printout is less and less necessary with the advent of digital alternatives. Which is a good thing, because we all use a lot of paper. So instead of a hardcopy book, opt for an e-book, find your information online and save your tickets in an app or on your phone.

2. Flying, driving → walking, cycling, taking the train

Before you hit the road, think about how you want to travel. Flying is always the fastest way, but can't you reach the same place by train? Maybe you want to be much more adventurous

Sustainability has always been an important topic for NOMAD as a producer of outdoor gear. We sat down with our product developer Mathijn and asked him all about his vision, experiences, and knowledge in this field. Mathijn has been working at NOMAD for over 20 years and has always been passionate about designing and developing new collections. He knows better than anyone where NOMAD stands when it comes to sustainability.

Hey Mathijn, how have you seen NOMAD grow in terms of sustainability over the years?

“From the very beginning, our mission has always been to make only ‘long-lasting products,’ and that remains unchanged. With improved techniques and materials, products now last even longer, which is already a positive change. Since 2017, the use of environmentally conscious materials and techniques at NOMAD has increased rapidly, from recycled fabrics for sleeping bags and backpacks to dyeing and printing with less polluting ink. The down we use for our sleeping bags is RDS (Responsible

Sustainability and social responsibility go hand in hand. We therefore only work with producers and suppliers who meet the BSCI standards. With these collaborations we guarantee that our products are made in factories with respectful working conditions.

But what is the BSCI and what does it stand for?

BSCI stands for Business Social Compliance Initiative and aims to improve working conditions. This includes the following: the right to form a trade union, safe working conditions and no forced or child labor.

BSCI was founded in 2002 by the Foreign Trade Association (FTA) and is a common platform for the various codes of conduct of companies. It also lays the foundation for a common monitoring system and compliance.

Originally, the BSCI initiative was intended for companies in the textile industry. Later this was expanded so that makers of other consumer products could also participate. Thus, in 2007, the agricultural sector was also added. BSCI can therefore be applied to both industrial

Waste-free camping - is it possible? Yes it is! With the right preparation and a good dose of adaptability you can drastically reduce your waste rate during your camping trip. The easy and comfortable options will have to be put aside for a while, but once you get used to them and find the right alternatives you may never want to go back!

Below are tips, tricks and guidelines you can use to make your zero-waste camping trip a success:

1. Choose the right camping gear

It all starts with choosing quality camping gear. This alone contributes immensely to your goal of zero-waste camping (and to your camping experience!).

Although it may seem tempting to buy your outdoor gear as cheaply as possible, the well-known adage is unfortunately true: cheap is expensive. Make sure your camping gear can last a long time and is therefore durable. If your gear is damaged, have it repaired instead of buying new. Not only will you save money, but you will also save the planet from unnecessary waste. If you

Good hiking socks may not be the first thing you think of when getting ready for a (long) hike. Yet they are essential. Hiking socks can make your hike a lot more comfortable! Unlike a regular cotton sock, they keep your feet dry, provide less friction, regulate the temperature of your feet and cushion, which prevents the formation of painful blisters.

Keeping your feet dry

Perhaps the most valuable function of hiking socks is to keep the skin of your foot dry. After all, the chances of blisters are much lower with dry feet. In general, the materials of socks are able to transmit moisture well, but because your feet are in shoes, they are less able to do so. That is why only the permeation of moisture is not enough, good hiking socks should also have a buffer function or at least be able to store moisture.

Preventing friction and rubbing

No hiking shoe will fit your foot completely like a second skin. There will always be imperfections and spaces that prevent your feet from being optimally

Whether you're camping in a hot or cold climate, a good night's sleep depends on the right sleeping bag. That's why a sleeping bag is one of the most important items of your camping equipment. You know you need a sleeping bag when you go camping, now all that's left is to ask yourself: what kind of sleeping bag is right for me and my vacation? Below we explain the differences between a blanket and a mummy model and list some of the advantages and disadvantages you can take into account.

Blanket sleeping bag

With a blanket sleeping bag you choose comfort. The word says it all, a "blanket" sleeping bag is similar to a regular blanket. With a blanket model you have a lot of room to move around. The comfort is also in the materials used in blanket sleeping bags, which are usually down and cotton.

Suitable for: camping trips where you stay longer in one place and/or where you value comfort above all. You attach less value to weight or compactness, it should be comfortable and warm. If you sleep

Sleeping in the open air, under the stars.... It's a romantic picture. However, there are some things you need to consider before you will spend the night without a roof over your head, especially with regard to warmth and comfort. Read on quickly for a few essential tips for a warm and comfortable sleep outdoors:

1. Build a 'sleep system'.

When we talk about a 'sleep system', we mean the combination of the right gear to make yourself as warm and comfortable as possible at night. When you use a sleeping bag, the filling is actually always compressed in the areas you lie on, which means that the insulation value at those contact points is reduced. Less insulation means less warmth, so what can you do to compensate?

This is where building a "sleep system" comes in. Cold doesn't just come from the air, it comes from the ground. The best thing you can do here is combine your sleeping bag with a warm sleeping pad. "Is there such a thing as a warm sleeping pad?" we hear you say. Sure there is!

Tent poles are one of the most important parts of a tent. In good weather and proper use, most poles will hold up well.
However, in adverse conditions the poles are put to the test. The poles have to endure a lot, for example when stretching the canvas or in strong winds.

In this article, we'll tell you about the different types of tent poles and share some tips on how to take care of and prolong the life of your tent poles.

Types of poles

There are a lot of different tent poles available on the market. In general, we can distinguish 4 types of poles: steel, fiberglass, aluminum and inflatable poles:

Steel tent poles

These poles are very strong and are mainly used for large, heavy tunnel tents. And heavy they are.
With all the developments in the tent pole market regarding light weight, these types of poles are used less and less.

Fiberglass poles

Chances are your tent has fiberglass poles. These poles are very common and the advantage is that they are easy and cheap to repair.
However,

As a camper you have probably experienced it before: you have just pitched your tent and it starts raining cats and dogs. At such a time, it is of course important that your tent is waterproof. But how waterproof is your tent and how is waterproofness measured and declared? And what can you do if your tent starts to leak?

What is water column?

If you look for the waterproofness of polyester or nylon NOMAD tents on our website, you will see that it is indicated by the term "water column". What does it mean? Water column is the term used to indicate the degree of waterproofness of a certain material. The higher the water column number, the higher the waterproofness of your tent fabric material.

Tents are tested for waterproofness by placing a tube (also called a column) with a diameter of about 2.5 cm against the canvas and then filling the tube with water. As soon as the fabric starts to leak, the test is to see how watertight the tent is. A water column of 4,000 mm, for example, means that