Silva

Do you enjoy running in the mountains, trekking, or bivouacking in the mountains? Whether you're a trail runner, a trekking enthusiast, or an adventurer looking for performance, the Silva brand is designed for you. Headlamps, compasses, batteries, or trail backpacks, each Silva product is precisely designed to meet the needs of demanding athletes and explorers. Thanks to exclusive technologies like Intelligent Light® or Flow Light®, lighting becomes more natural and efficient, whatever the conditions.

Why choose Silva products for trail running and trekking?

When you go trail running in the mountains, trekking, hiking or on an expedition, every gram counts, every product must be reliable. This is where Silva products come in. A Swedish brand, founded in 1933, Silva is at the origin of the first modern liquid compass and has continued to innovate ever since for demanding outdoor enthusiasts. Whether it's headlamps, compasses or trail/running accessories, Silva combines robustness, lightness, ergonomics and performance in the most extreme conditions.

Silva headlamps: optimal lighting for your outings

Silva excels in the field of headlamps for running, mountaineering and rugged terrain in the great outdoors. Thanks to its patented Intelligent Light® technology, each headlamp combines a wide beam for close-up vision and a narrow beam for distance vision, thus providing natural and stable lighting. Some series like the Silva Trail Runner Free or the Silva Spectra have been recognized by ISPO Awards for their comfort, power, battery life and autonomy. The Flow Light® system adapts the beam angle according to the inclination of the headlamp, very useful on technical mountain terrain, whether climbing or descending.

Silva headlamps have three lighting modes, including an ultra-powerful 1200 lumen mode. They combine two white LEDs for optimal illumination, both long and short range, as well as a red LED and a green LED that preserve night vision while ensuring excellent visibility in all conditions.

Silva offers lightweight, well-balanced models with impeccable support and a modular attachment system, ideal for trail backpacks. Designed with robust outdoor materials, they withstand cold, rain, and snow, with waterproof ratings ranging from IPX5 to IP67.

Compasses and orientation: Silva expertise

Silva is also the absolute reference in navigation and orientation. Silva compasses are popular with mountaineers, mountain guides, trekkers and navigators. Readable and reliable in all conditions, they are ideal for orientation on topographic maps. Thanks to their liquid capsule system and stable needle, they ensure fast and accurate reading, even in extreme cold. Their light weight and ergonomic design make them a must-have accessory for any hiking adventurer.

Additional accessories: batteries and trail vests

To accompany your Silva headlamps, the brand offers external batteries, cables, trail vests, and other storage solutions designed for long distances, wet terrain, or technical expeditions. Ideal for those who practice van life, hiking, or long mountain runs. These products are also compatible with many models of trail backpacks. Find them in the category dedicated to lighting for van life.

How to properly maintain your Silva equipment?

Tips to extend the life of your headlamps

To ensure your headlamp lasts as long as possible, be sure to recharge the battery regularly, store it away from moisture, and clean the lenses with a soft cloth. Avoid harsh impacts and remember to check the watertightness of your headlamp's ports after a trip in wet conditions. Silva designs its products to last, but proper maintenance will help you maintain power, comfort, battery life, and safety over time.

Maintenance of compasses and other accessories

Silva compasses require little maintenance. Simply avoid shock or prolonged exposure to strong magnetic fields. Store them away from your electronic devices and in a padded bag to protect the capsule.

FAQ: Answers to your questions about Silva products

Where are Silva lamps manufactured?

Silva is a Swedish brand, and its headlamps are designed in Sweden, in Gothenburg. The development is carried out with outdoor athletes to guarantee a high level of requirement, comfort, resistance, and reliability.

How to choose between power (in lumens), autonomy and weight?

The choice depends on your activity and the terrain. For a night run, choose a lightweight headlamp with a good balance of power, battery life, runtime, and weight. If you're going on a trek or a challenging hike, longer runtime, wider lighting capacity, and enhanced waterproofing will be priorities. Check the IPX rating, compatibility with external batteries, size, and total weight of the equipment. Headlamp ranges are distinguished by their power (in lumens), runtime, beam type (Intelligent Light®, Flow Light®), weight, and waterproofing level (IPX5 to IP67).