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Raidlight: gear that makes sense in the field

Raidlight: gear that makes sense in the field

Running in the spring has its specifics. It is cold in the morning, it warms up during the day, sometimes you are surprised by the wind or mud on the route. It is during this period that many runners realize that equipment is not just a detail, but something that can significantly influence the entire running experience. Here it is worth paying attention to the Raidlight brand.

Raidlight originated in the French Alps and you can feel it. It is not a brand that was created "from the table". Behind it is real off-road running, long hours in the mountains and the need for reliable equipment. Founder Benoît Laval was an ultrarunner, so he designed things primarily for himself and people dealing with similar conditions.

When you start running more in the spring, you will quickly find that classic "road" clothes are not enough. You need something that breathes, but at the same time protects you from wind or light rain. Raidlight is known for making extremely light things - jackets, vests or backpacks that you hardly feel but work exactly as they are supposed to.

Practicality is also a big theme of trail running. When you're in the woods or in the hills, you don't want to worry about where your water or gels are. Raidlight running vests have a well-thought-out layout of pockets to keep everything at hand without stopping. These are exactly the details that you will only appreciate while running.

It is also interesting that the brand is trying to follow a more sustainable path. Part of the production takes place in France and they are increasingly working with recycled materials. For many runners today, not only how the equipment works, but also where it comes from is important.

But Raidlight is not only for "extremists" who run ultra trails. On the contrary - it will also serve the recreational runner well, who goes for a run in the forest after work or runs up a hill on the weekend. If you care about comfort and don't want to deal with unnecessary compromises, you will feel the difference relatively quickly.

Spring is the perfect time to try something new – get off the asphalt, discover trail routes and change the pace a bit. And when you're wearing gear that doesn't limit you, it all makes more sense. Raidlight does exactly what it's supposed to do in this - it doesn't make unnecessary hype, but reliably does its job.

Check out the full Raidlight range here: https://norwayshop.sk/gb/brand/63-raidlight?order=product.quantity.desc

Camping in Scandinavian style

Who among us doesn't want to get out of civilization from time to time and get lost in the stereotype of everyday life? Camping is an activity that has become extremely popular across all age groups in recent years. Sleeping "under the open sky" has its own charm, as do all the other unforgettable moments associated with this type of outdoor activity. Whether you decide to go for a tent, caravan or bivouac, we have the gadgets for you to enjoy every such stay in nature to the fullest.

Øyo - Norwegian design since 1882
The Øyo brand is a Norwegian specialist in the production of axes, knives and kitchen accessories with more than 140 years of tradition. It was founded in the Norwegian town of Geilo in a small blacksmith's workshop and initially produced sickles. Production also gained momentum with the opening of the Bergen Railway in 1909, and in the periods before, during and after the war, the quantities of products intended for the European market, as well as for export, multiplied. Over five generations, the Øyo family business became a prosperous company with an annual turnover in the tens of millions of Euros.

The brand's portfolio currently includes a wide range of knives and axes for various areas of use. Men will especially enjoy them, but many of the products will also interest their fair halves. Minimalist wooden plates, glasses, cutlery and other tools will be used by everyone, regardless of gender.

All Øyo wooden accessories are made from first-class, healthy materials and meet the highest European standards. The timeless design of Øyo products with an emphasis on Scandinavian minimalism will perfectly complement your camping equipment for many years.

The Øyo camping equipment range includes plates of various sizes, mugs and cups, as well as wine glasses and discreet half-drink glasses. All of these accessories have a practical leather cord, thanks to which you can hang them from the outside of your backpack. An irreplaceable helper is the travel cutlery, which includes a practical felt case. An ideal gift for connoisseurs is a wooden cassette with four pop-up ampoules for alcoholic beverages.

If you don't want to deny yourself the pleasure of preparing or consuming food and drinks even on your travels, we definitely recommend reaching for these stylish accessories. However, you can also use them to style your favorite treats in the comfort of your own home. Well, let's face it - what's better than starting the day with a view of beautiful natural scenery with a cup of hot coffee or tea in your hand? Maybe it's thanks to the gems from Øyo that you'll decide to try camping with all that goes with it.

We wish you a delicious adventure!

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