Ceará Mountain Festival debuts with sponsorship from Gear Tips
On July 18, 19, and 20, Quixadá, in the hinterland of Ceará, hosted the first edition of the Ceará Mountain Festival, sponsored by Gear Tips. Created to raise awareness about…
Isabelle de Paula
Isabelle de Paula é jornalista, sócia-fundadora da DePaula Comunicação. Apaixonada por ouvir e contar histórias, atua como ghostwriter, escrevendo livros e conteúdos para diversas plataformas, e assessora de imprensa, propagando narrativas e trajetórias de pessoas, marcas e empresas. Parceira do Gear Tips, assina projetos especiais e ajuda a empresa a ganhar visibilidade na mídia.
Gear Tips is a finalist for the UIAA Mountain Protection Award 2025
Gear Tips is among the finalists of the Mountain Protection Award 2025, promoted by the UIAA (International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation). The award recognizes projects focused on sustainability and tackling…
Mountain Festival 2025: Gear Tips reinforces its mission and celebrates connections
Gear Tips was present at the Mountain Festival, the largest mountain sports and culture festival in Brazil, held from May 16 to 18 in São Bento do Sapucaí. The event…
He walked 970 km to open the paths of the Transmantiqueira Trail
On April 25, 2025, Luiz Aragão embarked on a groundbreaking journey in Brazil: to cover the 970 km of the Transmantiqueira Trail, which crosses 38 municipalities in São Paulo, Rio…
How to Minimize Risks During Outdoor Activities
How often have you, while traveling, hired local services without prior research? Or exposed yourself to a risky situation without preparation? Unfortunately, this is a common scenario among tourists engaging…
Julieta Santamaria and the Transformative Journey Along the Caminho da Mata Atlântica
Julieta Santamaria was planning a bike trip across Brazil when a friend introduced her to the Caminho da Mata Atlântica. During their conversation, he dropped a key detail that caught…
Exclusion Trails: Racism and Inequality in Outdoor Activities
The mountaineer Aretha Duarte gained media attention in 2021 when she became the first Black Latin American woman to climb Mount Everest. Behind this grand and challenging personal achievement, Aretha…
Decathlon: ecodesign and other sustainable initiatives by the world’s largest multi-specialist sports brand
One of the greatest challenges in the outdoor equipment and apparel market is adopting sustainable practices without affecting product prices and quality. But Decathlon proves it’s possible. A reference in…
Chapada Diamantina hosts the first Leave No Trace class in the Northeast
Gear Tips has just reached another milestone with the Programa CAPACITAR: the first Leave No Trace – Level 1 Instructor training in Brazil’s Northeast region. The course was held in…
Mothers share the benefits and challenges of spending time in nature without their children
It was Christmas season when I left alone for the Amazon to spend a week immersed in a community 70 km from Manaus (capital of Amazonas State) without my 15-year-old…
Outdoor Cooking: diverse menu and gear surprised course participants
“Cooking is great. Outdoors is even better!” This quote by tour guide and mountaineer Ricardo Oliveira sums up the experience of the first class of the Cozinha Outdoor course, part…
Accessibility in nature: inclusive experiences that transform lives
The stories of Bruno Dutra, from Niterói (RJ), and Filipe Ferreira, from Itapema (SC), are deeply connected. Both grew up engaging in outdoor activities, which were interrupted by motorcycle accidents…
Backpacks for Trail Running: how to choose the ideal model
Trail running is an activity that requires planning. Just like the selection of shoes and clothing for training and races, choosing the ideal backpack is a personal decision, but it…
Mombora: how the company created 100% natural carbohydrate supplementation with Brazilian fruits
Launched in 2021 in São Paulo, Mombora has the mission of offering 100% natural alternatives for carbohydrate supplementation, meeting the growing demand for healthy products free from artificial additives. The…
Brazilians on Aconcagua: A Journey of Achievements, Challenges, and Learning
In 2024, Gear Tips, Grajales Expeditions, and deuter launched a campaign to take two Brazilians on an expedition to Aconcagua. The goal was to reach the summit of the most…
Menstruation: How to Stay Safe and Minimize Environmental Impact During Outdoor Activities
When planning an outdoor activity such as trekking or hiking, it’s common to think about the route, equipment, food, weather, and safety. But for us women, there is one more…
Empowerment Program holds the first edition of the Leave No Trace course exclusively for Black people
On March 22 and 23, the Empowerment Program by Gear Tips, in partnership with Kampa, the NGI ICMBio Mantiqueira, Milla Expedições, and Okê Aventura, will hold the first edition of…
The Empowerment Program by Gear Tips Has Already Trained 100 Students – See How to Participate
Transformative outdoor experiences require a keen eye on safety and the preservation of natural resources. To promote this awareness, Gear Tips launched the Empowerment Program in 2023. In just one…
Gear Tips joins the global movement 1% for the Planet
Gear Tips has just joined the global movement 1% for the Planet, created to ensure that our planet and future generations thrive. From now on, 1% of its annual revenue…
Nos Alpes: Themed and More Sustainable Fashion for Nature Lovers
Nos Alpes is a Brazilian company that has been in the market since 2016, producing sustainable fashion inspired by the mountains and nature. The brand was born with the slow…
The urgency of fostering children’s and teenagers’ connection with nature
What emotional memories do you carry from your childhood? For many adults, a connection with nature is part of those memories. From playing outdoors, experiencing the thrill of climbing a…
Rocky Mountain Games: outdoor sports and culture festival in Campos do Jordão, SP
The Rocky Mountain Games is the only festival in Brazil that combines sports and mountain culture. Among its three annual stages is Campos do Jordão, which offers trail running and…
How to Plan Your Pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago
The Camino de Santiago is one of the most famous pilgrimages in the world. Throughout its history, various routes leading to Santiago de Compostela have been established, with the French…
Gear and Technology: What to Take on the Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage
Being well-equipped to face around a month of pilgrimage, considering weather changes and uneven terrain, is essential to ensure a safer experience on the Camino de Santiago. We spoke with…