The Journal

How wind, rain and sweating make you colder
How wind, rain and sweating make you colder
It seems fairly obvious that wind makes you cooler. Just think of a fan on a hot day. But what is actually happening? When our skin is in contact with... Read more...
Why kora Is Not Just a Cold Weather Piece of Kit
Why kora Is Not Just a Cold Weather Piece of Kit
Kora founder Michael Kleinwort explains the science behind yak wool's ability to help you stay cool - and keep warm. Nature is never one-dimensional. If you’ve ever trekked in the... Read more...
Why layering is the best way to keep warm
Why layering is the best way to keep warm
As the saying goes, “There is no such thing as bad weather….only unsuitable clothing". So how do you get your temperature right on your journey, expedition, trek or daily exercise?... Read more...
Liquid lures: 5 of the world’s best autumn wild swimming spots & dressing for cold water recovery
Liquid lures: 5 of the world’s best autumn wild swimming spots & dressing for cold water recovery
With a little heat left in the autumn sun, team kora are still up for an outdoor swim. But forget the local pool we’re hankering after something a little more rugged,... Read more...
5 Tips To Pack Less For Hikes
5 Tips To Pack Less For Hikes
Meet Jack Williams, part of our kora kit testing team and new kora ambassador. Jack’s is lucky enough to have the Welsh mountain range of Snowdonia as his back garden... Read more...
The world's first lightweight yak wool base layer: The Neema Collection, for year-round activities
The world's first lightweight yak wool base layer: The Neema Collection, for year-round activities
  In 2014 we dreamt of creating a technical lightweight base layer for year-round activities which  performed as a perfect stand-alone layer for warm summer days.   Seven years in... Read more...
Why We Designed The Stratam LS Sweater
Why We Designed The Stratam LS Sweater
For several years we knew we wanted to add to our mid-layer collection, to create a piece that performed technically and maximized the incredible thermal properties of our yak wool... Read more...
Vanessa Fisher's Kit List For Walks
Vanessa Fisher's Kit List For Walks
Vanessa has worked in the travel industry for over 20 years and has hiked and skied in various parts of the Alps, the Pyrenees and the Dolomites. She also lived in... Read more...
Our Founder's Kit List for Winter Rides
Our Founder's Kit List for Winter Rides
As the temperature starts to drop, kora's founder and avid year round cyclist Michael Kleinwort shares with us his kit list for long winter rides. "Be prepared for changes to the... Read more...
Kim Fuller - Runner and Yogi #findyouradventure
Kim Fuller - Runner and Yogi #findyouradventure
At kora, we are adventure seekers. We love to explore and travel - uncovering hidden gems as we go. In a world where a plane ticket can be bought so... Read more...
Lena Drapella - Photographer and Climber #findyouradventure
Lena Drapella - Photographer and Climber #findyouradventure
At kora, we are adventure seekers. We love to explore and travel - uncovering hidden gems as we go. In a world where a plane ticket can be bought so... Read more...
Jeff Fuchs - Himalayan Explorer and Author #findyouradventure
Jeff Fuchs - Himalayan Explorer and Author #findyouradventure
At kora, we are adventure seekers. We love to explore and travel - uncovering hidden gems as we go. In a world where a plane ticket can be bought so... Read more...