Packing list for Lofoten or any tremendous outdoor activity in Norway. You will probably do many epic hikes during your stay in stunning Lofoten. For that, I have created a packing list with essential items for Lofoten, so we will be ready for the outdoor adventure in Lofoten and the equipment it will require.
1. Mountain Shoes in Norway
When spending any time outdoor in Norway, we need to talk about mountain shoes and why they are so essential to be a part of your backpack. In Norway, the weather and the conditions are ever-changing. We must be prepared for rain, snow, and fog, even its June and summer in Norway. If it is one pair you need to pack for Norway, it is the mountain shoes, and you can do amazing hikes no matter what the weather looks like. There are four qualities you need to consider when buying your mountain shoes for outdoor hiking:
Waterproof
Anyone packing to Lofoten should pack a pair of mountain shoes. I have to say; it does matter which mountain shoes you choose. Mountain shoes should be somehow waterproof, excellent if they are gore-tex.
Vibram Soles
I highly recommend having your mountain shoes with a Vibram-sole to secure great grip hiking on slippery stones up in the mountains. I trust my Vibram soles – they are; Slip Resistant, long-lasting and waterproof.
Protection from the Environment
Another thing to consider when choosing your mountain shoes is the height of the boots. Is it protecting your ankles? If you are doing long hikes from three hours onward, I highly recommend getting mountain shoes that protect your ankles and support them. After a long day of hiking, it gets easier to turn your ankles, which is not great for any long hike.
Weight of the Shoes
Yes, this is very important. Mountain shoes can get heavy. Due look around to find the one that has the qualities you need. Higher shoes on the ankles will likely be more prosperous than shorter ones. Once again, if a bit more weight gives more protection, sometimes that’s what you need for your mountain shoe.
Pauline Travels Will Be Using: Crestvale Future Light Shoes
In Lofoten, I will be testing the mountain shoes from North Face that Addnature has sponsored me to try out. I choose them myself, and I will give my honest feedback about them after hiking for seven days in Lofoten. I love the Crestvale Future Light Shoes because it is super light, 505 grams per shoe – as the name says. And that it is waterproof and with a Vibram sole.
Details
Featuring our new breathable-waterproof FUTURELIGHT™ technology for protection against the elements and a shock-absorbing XtraFoam™ midsole system for ultimate comfort, this backpacking boot is built to take on the most rugged backcountry trails.
Features
- Upper features premium waterproof-leather
- Abrasion-resistant ballistic mesh
- Breathable-waterproof FUTURELIGHT™ membrane
- Molded navicular lock overlay
- Protective molded-rubber toe cap and heel
- Rustproof hardware
- Gusseted tongue
- Plush foam package in the collar
- OrthoLite® Hybrid™ footbed made with 5% recycled rubber content
- Sole features a shock-absorbing XtraFoam™ midsole system
- CRADLE™ heel-stability technology
- ESS forefoot Snake Plate™
- Vibram® XS Trek outsole
Update about the Moutain Shoes after one Season in the Norwegian Mountains
I couldn’t ask for better mountain shoes. Even during my first hike, I managed to hike with them without any problems. They were perfectly on my foot. And it gave the support I needed, and the sole with the Vibram gripe is what you need in Norway on wet stones and slippery mood in the mountains. A perfect shoe for any hike in Norway, maybe the best thing on my packing list to Lofoten.
2. Patagonia Better Sweater Jacket
I have ordered great weather for our summer vacation in Lofoten. I hope the only jacket I need to wear is the Patagonia Better Sweater Jacket sponsored by Addnature. It is a semi-warm jacket with a wool knit face and soft fleece interior. Summer in Norway can be chilly; from 5 to 25 degrees in one day is possible.
I hope this will be the perfect hike and camp jacket. Keep warm on the mountain or sit outside and watch the midnight sun. Also, Patagonia is very Lofoten when it comes to brand. Lofoten is about keeping the island sustainable for tourists and locals, so why not use Patagonia, which is all about sustainability and has Fair Trade Certified products.
3. Organic Cotton T-Shirt from Patagonia
If the weather gets warm and sunny, I will only be wearing this cool t-shirt with organic cotton from Patagonia sponsored by Addnature. Nothing is better than pure cotton when the Norwegian sun is coming up to warm the skin.
I appreciate it when companies are doing Sustainability Management on a big scale. Patagonia was the first company we discussed in my Sustainability Management course in Buenos Aires, Argentina. After that, I always choose a company that tries to do better for the world and the community.
Fair Trade Certified – Sewing: The product is made in a Fair Trade Certified sewing facility, which means Patagonia pays a premium to workers so they can elevate their standard of living.
Organic Cotton: Organically farmed cotton employs nature-based solutions to manage pests and build healthy soil instead of the synthetic pesticides, herbicides, defoliants fertilizers, and GMO seeds used to grow conventional cotton.
If you want, you can read about my: Adventure in Patagonia.
And see which mountain the Patagonia logo comes from.
Packing List for Lofoten
Mountain Shoes – Crestvale Future Light Shoes
Patagonia Better Sweater Jacket
Organic Cotton T-Shirt from Patagonia
NosiLife Pro II Convertible Trousers Dame soft moss
Calcite Jacket Women’s classic navy
A quick overview of essentials needed for the outdoor scene in Lofoten and Norway. Of course, choose any brand you want and the price that is right for you. Remember you need lawyers of clothing for Norway. If you need more inspiration about: Packing to Norway.
First Time Ordering with
Yes, this was sponsored post by Addnature. The blog post is authentic and with my opinions about the products. I had a great experience ordering with Addnature. Delivery was fast and easy, and all the products were trough to seize. Best of all, Addnature is an international company that ships to most of the countries in Europe.
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