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5 mountain sports vaude s roots are in mountain sports we share our passion for high altitude summer thunderstorms and snowstorms with many mountain sport fans for all types of mountain sports ­ from alpine tours to climbing and hiking you are ready for anything the mountains demand of you with vaude products.

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the austrian mountain guide stephan keck belongs to the vaude alpine team he is constantly setting out for new destinations and is comfortable anywhere where the conditions are extreme ­ be it alpine climbing mountain climbing at high altitudes or on skis in winter our product development team has profited from his experiences for over 9 years now you are always venturing out for new destinations and summits what motivates you the mountains give me a kind of freedom that s difficult to find in today s society on my mountains i feel free from restraints and ties i can set my own limits and push them as far as possible nature is fascinating and at the same time an unpredictable force what extremes have you experienced on your tours once i was on a solo tour in a snowstorm learning to overcome fear and allow myself to move with nature instead of against it has been the most powerful experience i ve had but the indescribable feeling of the ski down after climbing mount everest is a close second i m sure you ve already planned your next adventure what s your next destination i m setting out to finish my crossing the seven summits project it involves climbing the seven highest mountains on all seven continents and getting to know and absorb the surroundings and characteristics of each mountain is there always a moment in which you feel rewarded for your venture being able to experience foreign regions and cultures is something that makes all my efforts worthwhile where else would you like to venture to explore i would like to traverse the amazon together with my family by foot and raft coming as close to nature as possible from the amazon s source in bolivia to the where the river meets the ocean in brazil.

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alpine 7 for me every venture means freedom from restraints and ties 1 2 3 4 1 men s shipton jacket be comfortable despite the cold flexible breathable polartec® power stretch® fleece jacket 4 men s infinity pants hiking pants for extreme weather conditions these light 3-layer pants with an event® membrane have proven themselves on fierce high altitude alpine tours they fulfill the highest demands for breathability as well as wind and water proofing order no 01320 2 men s stretch infinity jacket see next page for a detailed description order no 06201 3 spline 30 pure technology and not an ounce too much a professionally equipped and extremely robust climbing backpack has a 30 liter volume and weighs in at 1290 g the best thing about the spline is the stowable top compartment which enables you to reduce the pack s height ­ perfect for keeping your head free while climbing vaude member of helmets ar such as climbing ge you ll find w.edelrid.de pes at ww belts and ro group order no 10062 www.vaude.com

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the mountain knows no compromises neither do we mountains are the reason why vaude exists rooted deep in the world of mountain sports vaude never forgets its origins it all began with ropes and backpacks which the passionate mountaineer albrecht von dewitz introduced to the market in 1974 when he founded the company today we still set our standards by the mountains the pounding heart of the climb and the peace and quiet at the summit spur us on mountains enrich us with great experiences and always impress us with something new they communicate a profound respect for nature those who conquer a mountain usually return changed the vaude team shares this passion for nature and the mountains our enthusiastic product developers work hand-in-hand with a team of experts comprised of professional athletes mountain guides as well as sport and altitude specialists this is how we are able to guarantee optimal quality and safety without compromise fully adjustable hood with a high collar variably flexible body zones for maximal mobility maximal breathability thanks to event® membrane technology large chest pockets and underarm zips for additional ventilation during strenuous activities 1 2 3 1 men s shipton jacket be comfortable despite the bitter cold stretchy breathable fleece jacket with functional polartec® power stretch® ­ ideal for layering in cold to very cold weather 2 men s defender pants ii master of all mountains these ultimate mountain pants are a class above with super elastic fastdrying schoeller®-material they offer optimal freedom of movement on challenging tours additional reinforcements and robust materials offer a high level of comfort and durability order no 01320 order no 03116 4.

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alpine 9 6 7 5 location summit dome de miage photo ralf gantzhorn 8 anatomical nt suspension system ­ for a great fit and excellent stability snug fit thanks to the anatomical back panel the pack keeps its shape even when fully loaded individual tergopads provide ideal ventilation for your back blue arrows 9 5 splock 28 3 men s grimsel hooded jacket natural protection against the elements exceptionally wind resistant stretch hoodie made of soft light knitted material optimal for climbing and hiking bluesign® certified pair it down to the bare essentials sophisticated 28-l backpack with all the important details for climbers and hikers but without any frills while it only weighs 900 g it offers everything you need on the mountain gear attachment compression straps detachable hipbelt hydration system compatible 7 women s zimba ls this is the shirt for climbing freaks aside from offering complete mobility it is durable and fastdrying thanks to the mix of functional materials including polartec® power dry® and cocona fibers strategically-placed abrasion-resistant panels offer exceptional durability order no 03247 order no 03190 9 women s highway vest ii blocks the wind this sleeveless vest made of extremely wind resistant material is ideal for challenging climbs or layered under a performance jacket order no 10821 4 men s stretch infinity jacket this all-rounder for mountain professionals and guides is a flexible fully equipped 3-layer mountain jacketoutfitted with an event® membrane to meet the highest demands on breathability as well as wind and waterproofing while climbing trekking or hiking 6 women s mischabel jacket independence weighs just 255 g this small lightweight jacket for minimalists is flexible and with a water column of 25,000 mm it is absolutely waterproof windproof and highly breathable a must-have for any mountain tour it ll fit into any bag 8 women s montafon pants the declaration of weather independence wind resistant ski and high-altitude hiking pants for year round use these exceptionally breathable pants feature removable inner gaiters leg vents and reflective elements order no 06169 order no 01397 order no 06239 order no 03166 www.vaude.com

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sometimes venturing out means simply waiting there are some ventures you have to tackle in stages such as an expedition to the granite towers of patagonia where weather conditions determine mountain climbers success or failure like no other region in the world at the foot of the granite giants cerro torre and fitz roy vaude supports the centro alpino ­ a meeting place for climbers from all over the world in bad weather the centro offers waiting climbers comfortable overnight lodging and plenty of options for waiting out the weather with its small café an alpine centro alpino in el chalten at the foot of cerro torre hans-jörg auer and much mayr in front of the face of the torres del paine follow along with him on his tour www.youtube.com/vaudesport film vaude ­ waiting for godot or just photograph the qr code with your smartphone and experience the world of vaude online library a topo collection and a boulder room international top athletes depart from here on their adventurous ascents of fitz roy cerro torre and the other mountains in patagonia the unique patagonian landscape and nature exude a deep fascination we have already equipped several climbing expeditions in this area so it s very important to us to be present on-site waiting for godot extreme climber hans-jörg auer known for his free-solo ascent from path through the fish marmolada dolomites is waiting for good conditions before his first ascent on his route of the same name on the torres del paine.

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alpine climbing 11 fitz roy in sunset light photo hannes mair 4 the innovative tent construction for minimalists this ultralight wind-resistant hybrid construction with a small footprint and generous spaciousness is available as specula ultra-light photo and specula alpine 5 lightweight fast setup and great wind stability the prize-winning hogan ultra-light 3 ice peak 400 feather-light and naturally warm 1 light and functional norrsken 3 filled with high-quality 90/10 european goose down 2 arctic 800 warm rugged primaloft synthetic sleeping bag for very demanding tours 1 0°c 2 -5°c -22°c 2 arctic 800 1 lightweight 30d material with a comfortable fabric feel 2 warm primaloft fill fused directly in the construction 3 larger outer chambers to keep you where you belong stay dry even in rainy weather with primaloft microfibers that insulate even when wet arctic bags offer exceptional insulation despite their light weight the outer fabric is windproof and water-resistant suitable for demanding tours in the mountains 4 specula alpine stands up to storms nonstop rain and extreme uv rays thanks to its superior moisture management system the secula alpine hybrid single-wall tent is suitable for year round use as well as when the conditions are fierce at only 1,900 g it is very lightweight has a small footprint yet still offers generous space for two people order no 10348 360° view at www.vaude.com order no 10160 +1°c -4°c -22°c 5 hogan ultralight 1 norrsken short air mattress meets sleeping pad especially small lightweight and warm pad with sealed primaloft fill for an extra dose of warmth two air chambers on the sides prevent you from sliding off or getting cold 3 ice peak 400 puts you to sleep light as a feather high-quality european 90/10 goose down the ice peak 400 is the ideal companion on high altitude tours and expeditions water resistant fights the wind for you this multi-award winning wind stable and comfortable lightweight tent fits into any mountain pack the hogan ultra-light weighs in at a mere 1,800 g it is ideal for purists who place great value pure functionality order no 15758 order no 30180 order no 10293 www.vaude.com

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repeat winner of the world cup kilian fischhuber along with two-time world champion and repeated world cup winner angela eiter are among the world s best climbers and boulderers they both have been members of the vaude climbing team for years you have pretty much achieved everything already and yet you both still venture out time and again where do you find your motivation kilian what pushes me to set out on new adventures is the feeling that i still haven t reached my limits i m driven to find my limits and that s why i keep climbing further ­ on the rock and at the world cup angela i am always searching for new challenges it doesn t allow me to sit still it drives me to the rock because i m only able to find the challenge i need when climbing since you are both sitting relatively still can we assume the next venture is imminent angela yes of course the world championship in arco italy is coming up and i want to win on top of that there are numerous world cup events and i of course want to push my limits in rock climbing even further kilian i m looking forward to participating in the boulder world cup again in 2011 and i m motivated to win and of course like angy the world championship in arco is an important goal for me i ve never been world champion or european champion and this competition is becoming more fierce and challenging every year and that is exactly my thing what s the craziest thing you ve ever done kilian if you consider bungee jumping and skeleton racing crazy than those two are it personally i find it crazier not to go rock climbing when the air is crisp and the sky is blue angela when i m climbing i am sure that nothing is crazy what s crazy to me are the things i can t do like when i m skiing and posing a threat to myself and others that s when a lot of people probably think who is that crazy person is there anything for which you would drop everything and take off immediately kilian yes if someone told me they d show me a lion with a crocodile in its mouth that is in the process of eating a hyena and so on i would even abandon a climb for that but until then i will only take off for a good rockface angela i am drawn to the many climbing areas that i don t know yet describe your feelings when you re climbing what drives you to go there kilian fun friends nature and the feeling of extreme concentration and tension combined with dynamics and strength and the sheer joy when i m standing on top angela motivation and fun the mental strength victory over inner weaknesses conquering fear those are perhaps the most important feelings that spur me on what is the one moment that rewards you for your venture kilian the moment when it s clear ­ you can do it angela when i reach my goal.

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climbing 13 i venture out because i still haven t reached my limits experience kilian in action www .youtube.com/vaudesport film vaude ­ no pain no gain or just photograph the qr code with your smartphone and venture out to the world vaude of vaude 7 6 vaude member of d ropes ets belts an ar like helm climbing ge delrid.de e at www.e are availabl group 1 women s servino t as good for bouldering as it is for an after dinner walk this casual print v-neck shirt has eye-catching trim and is made of 100 organic cotton 5 men s verdon shorts when the thermometer doesn t stop rising casual verdon shorts made of an organic cotton and nylon blend are the best companion for hot weather in the mountains comfortable and fast-drying order no 03242 1 order no 01284 2 women s verdon pants you won t want to change into anything else casual super comfortable pants made with a cotton-nylon blend with organic cotton these pants offer plenty of mobility for climbing bouldering hanging out meditating 6 basic rock 34+6 let the adventure begin large versatile alpine backpack with sophisticated options for gear attachment and storage of all kinds of climbing gear a perfect companion for climbing skiing and mixed tours 3 2 4 order no 01119 order no 10831 3 men s hueco jacket ii a must-have for climbing this flexible softshell hoodie jacket is wind resistant and breathable with a two-way zip for ultimate climbing comfort 7 crystal rock 30+5 climbing partner for women spacious climbing pack developed specifically for women ­ an ideal choice for any rock climbing occasion technically equipped robust with plenty of sophisticated details like ergonomical soft shoulder straps a spot-on adjustable back panel rope holder information panel for alpine emergencies under the lid and many more order no 01088 5 4 men s adress t for anyone with casual style print shirt for bouldering with eye-catching trim made of 100 organic cotton order no 10074 order no 03241 www.vaude.com

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via ferrata routes vertical adventure climbing gets you out closer to nature than just about anything else either as part of a rope team or on your own and without extensive gear on a via ferrata route on via ferrata routes in the alps experienced climbers and alpinists alike can enjoy spectacular views and challenging routes without needing their own equipment this is reason enough for vaude to support and maintain a via ferrata route the schmugglersteig which offers different levels of difficulty on the mountain that leads to the gargellner köpfe montafon austria the route was given the name because it was often used by smugglers in the past a total of 900 m steel rope and about 100 steps make a whole lot of mountain adventure possible experienced mountain climbers beginners and families alike all enjoy the two different routes on the schmugglersteig the more challenging alternative integrates two round 20 m long rope bridges and two vertical walls with ladders whoever ventures to the summit is rewarded with a breathtaking 360° panorama view of the silvretta the rätikon and the arlberg.

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via ferrata 15 1 2 3 4 heel straps for easy entry or to attach the shoe quickly to a climbing harness or backpack waterproof durable outer material comfortable vaude foot mapping for a comfortable good fit 5 high-quality vibram outer sole for optimal traction when climbing or trekking deep lacing for a perfect fit 1 tec rock 32 the biggest fan of alpine tours 990 g 32-l backpack for alpine excursions with a padded suspension system and waterproof sealed seems this durable pack is outfitted with extensive features for high performance 4 men s badile pants with these pants there s always a route lightweight softshell touring pants for all types of play on the mountain cut narrow made of double stretch windproof 80 fabric with abrasion protection and adjustable leg cuffs order no 10070 2 rock ultralight comfort 35 how much does 35 l of packing room weigh 980 g the rock ultralight comfort is an extremely lightweight backpack for climbing and mountaineering minimalists equipped with a removable back panel and a padded suspension system a rain cover can be ordered separately order no 03356 5 big al ceplex mid great traction on mountain terrain this mid-cut waterproof shoe is very durable perfect for ascents easy climbing and demanding hiking women s order no 20159 men s order no 20158 order no 10078 3 men s marmolada jacket full range mobility whether alpine climbing on a high-altitude tour or a via ferrata route ­ the super flexible weather protection jacket made with a super stretch ceplex membrane protects allows moisture to escape fits well and won t get in the way of any maneuver order no 01077 www.vau www.vaude.com

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