OUR ADVICE

Hiking

Whether in boots or snowshoes, hiking is the best way to enjoy the mountain. Review your safety basics and expand your knowledge to get the most out of your hikes!

How do you choose the best baby carrier?

To choose your mode of carrying and to know everything about baby carriers, here are our key tips for you to understand everything!

OUR SOLIDARITY ACTIONS

Quechua is committed to several associations working to protect the mountain environment.

PROTECT THE BEARDED VULTURE!

The bearded vulture is an endangered species. We support the Asters association which fights tooth and nail for its protection.

WHAT IS RDS CERTIFICATION?

Find out more about the RDS certification of our Forclaz products, from animal welfare to traceability of feathers!

Sport during pregnancy: hiking when pregnant is possible!

Dear Mothers-to-be, here is some advice so that you can continue to walk during your pregnancy, protecting your health and your baby's while enjoying yourself.

Our stargazing advice

Every year, in the heart of summer, three evenings are devoted to stargazing. Here is a list of the essential items you need to put in your backpack and our tips for spotting shooting stars!

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Find out about trail grading so you find a hike to suit your level

Find out about trail grading so you can find a hike to suit your level! The French Hiking Federation has developed a trail grading system based on 3 different criteria: effort required, technical difficult and risk involved.

Less waste water is smarter

Find out about our actions to minimise water use in the production of our products

Why use hiking poles?

Did you know that only one in two hikers in France has poles? Yet several studies have demonstrated the importance and effectiveness of hiking with poles. They're as important as a helmet for skiing or cycling. This article shows how important poles are for hiking. It's mostly a question of safety and protection for your joints.

How to spread the load in your backpack?

Are you wondering which equipment you want to store first and how to optimise space? Our answer, illustrated and in detail.

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How do you take beautiful photos in the mountains?

Landscapes, animals, hikers in action… there is no shortage of photo opportunities in the mountains. To ensure your snaps are as beautiful as possible, François - in charge of images at Quechua - will teach us the basics of mountain photography.

How to adjust your hiking backpack

So, you've chosen your mountain walking backpack, you've loaded it up and you're ready to head off up to the mountain peaks? Not quite. You still have one detail to sort out before you make the most of your outing: you need to adjust your backpack. How? Follow the guide!