Dry bags are the way forward, and will surely someday rule the world. The Exped Fold Drybag UL series is possibly the lightest-weight fold-top storage system on the market. Made from lightweight ripstop nylon with taped seams, and with an easy-squeeze buckle for closure and a grab handle, they’re also the best designed. Compartmentalise your…
Deuter’s ACT Lite 45+10 SL womens specific lightweight hiking backpack is for ambitious long-distance undertakings features Deuter’s VariQuick back length adjustment and ECL hip fins for a snug, comfortable fit and highly efficient load transfer. The Aircontact Lite full-contact back system made of open cell foam with a ventilation channel generates noticeably effective breathability and allows space to…
This is one of a series of excellent guide books from the Cicerone. Their guides are an inexpensive option for hikers heading all over the world looking to explore the world’s best walks and treks, mountains and cycle routes. This is a guide to walking the John Muir Trail through California’s High Sierra from Yosemite (El Capitan and…
With generous capacity and plenty of clever details to make it easier to organise your kit, the Lowe Alpine’s AirZone Trail Camino 37:42 is perfectly adapted to challenging terrain and overnights in the wilderness. The breathable AirZone suspended mesh back system encourages airflow to your back, keeping you dry and comfortable throughout long mountain days….
Adventuring to a far-off destination where you’ll stay with your belongings more often than leave them in your hostel (Looking at you, tea house trek.) A hybrid of travel and backpacking packs, the Farpoint Trek 55 features both on-the-go and on-the-trail essentials. A luggage-style front-panel opening makes for painless packing and unpacking-leaving plenty of time…
The Hitchhiker 22 is a lightweight and durable pack perfect for commuting, travelling and adventuring alike. True to One Planet’s reputation for making life-proof gear, the Hitchhiker is no exception. Constructed from Diamondloc fabric, with double-stitch binding and larger zips for extra durability, this pack has been designed to withstand whatever you throw at it….
These Tasmanian maps are recommended for regional planners and visitors intending to travel a little off the beaten track. The map is popular with drivers, cyclists and people wanting a regional overview of an area. The maps are available in folded and flat form and may be joined together to create an impressive wall map.
This is one of a series of excellent guide books from the Confraternity of Saint James, the pre-eminent, London-based organisation supporting pilgrim activities in Europe. Their guides are an inexpensive option for walkers heading to Santiago de Compostela on any of the many routes across Spain, France and beyond. Each book provides directions and details…
For the experienced backpacker, guide, mountaineer or adventurer, there’s no better tool for the job than the Aether Pro 75, featuring Osprey’s most advanced fabrics, features, comfort and durability demanded by outdoor professionals and enthusiasts everywhere. A heavy-duty, customizable suspension system in a lighter package allows you to remain agile under a heavy load. A…
A compact map of Queensland (QLD) at a scale of 1:2,500,000 from Hema, for touring throughout the state which features highways, major roads and minor roads. Marked on the map are national parks, camping areas, caravan parks, rest areas, points of interest and 24-hour fuel accompanied by a distance grid and an index.
John and Monica Chapman spend their lives hiking all over this great land and writing guide books so the rest of us can follow them. Through years of refinement their range of books offer insightful observations and background on numerous trails across Australia. John and Monica’s books are well laid-out, colourfully illustrated and provide extensive information…