The One Planet Exact Fit harness system on the Larrikin bushwalking pack means you can stuff this 75-85 litre baby till it’s bursting at the seams, and it will still fit completely comfortably on your back. (Whether you can lift it is another matter!) Tough Waterloc fabric makes this pack well nigh waterproof and canvas-backed…
One Planet’s Extrovert, light, loud and ready to be out there. This slimline, single-entry rucksack will get you noticed on multi-day journeys, weighing less (only 1400g for the 55 litre capacity) without sacrificing comfort or support. Combining tough, light Diamondloc fabric with One Planet’s EXACT FIT Mid harness, the Extrovert has awesome design, style and weather resistance, with…
The 350ml Laken Wide Mouth Laken Classic Thermo is one of the most useful things you’ll throw in your rucksack. Hot summer days and cold winter mornings will thank you for it. It’s high performance vacuum insulation and the 18/8 grade stainless steel will keep your drinks refreshingly cold all day or hot for at…
The Lowe Alpine Edge 18 Daypack has had a few little updates to make it even more comfortable to wear as well as a few aesthetic changes. The Edge series from Lowe Alpine has always been the great “all rounder” of day packs. The look and function just as good on the train commute to…
These light but strong polymer waterproof bags from Lifeventure will protect anything you care to put in them from water damage, scratching, religious conversion etc. The press-seal LocTop is rated to IPX8, that submersible up to 10m for 30 minutes. The large pack is designed for maps but comes with three different sized bags that…
One Planet’s new Big Friendly Giant (BFG) canvas bushwalking pack is the latest in a long line of amazing products from the Australian company. Built from tough-as-nails Aussie Waterloc canvas to keep out all but the absolute worst weather, with canvas-backed seams eliminate water ingress through the stitching, the BFG is fitted with the most…
A minimalist’s dream: Ticket to the Moon’s Mini Backpack is not only ultra-light- weight, but also folds up very small when you don’t need it. At the same time it features supreme comfort and superb functionality.
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 book details trekking in the Everest region of the Himalaya in Nepal, including Thame Valley, Lukla to Namche,…
The Leki Makalu FX Carbon is your companion for all mountain adventures. It comes equipped with the new Aergon Air. This latest generation of grip is specially tuned for trekking and has been redesigned in terms of comfort and control and improved in countless ways. The special hollow core technology allows a combination of lightweight…
So, you’ve got your 1L or 1.5L Nalgene bottle and you’re delighted that you can throw in ice cubes and clean it easily, but find that drinking from it makes your face and shirt all wet In short, you have a drinking problem. Fear not. Simply slip in this widget and sip to your shirt’s…
Designed with durable, weather-resistant, quick-drying fabrics and a smart roll-top compression system, the XA 25 Trail Running Pack gives you easy access to essentials, like hydration and 25 litres of storage. The removeable belt provides extra support and comfort. Ideal for longer outings and expeditions.
Cicerone’s guidebook has route descriptions for 100 day walks to suit alpine walkers of all abilities, with suggestions for some hut-to-hut tours. These routes take you through breathtaking scenery in the Maritime Alps, Julian Alps, Gran Paradiso, the Turnitzer Alps, Bernese Oberland, the Kitzbuheler Alps and the Dolomites of South Tirol.