Crampons are sharp, bulky, heavy and expensive, and should only be carried by mountaineers. But what if you need to cross packed snow, or icy rocks or just wet slabs on your bushwalk You could risk your neck, sure, and sometimes provide your mates with a good laugh, or you could carry some Microspikes and…
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.
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 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…
Fully featured without weighing you down, the Yacuri ND 48L is a highly versatile pack that takes you wherever you want to go, from spring bivi and bothy trips to light multi-day hikes. The adjustable V-TRAX carry system, with its thermoformed harness and dual densities of foam, ensures full contact with your back while delivering…
Produced by the Department of Lands, this six map kit covers the entire length of the Great North Walk. With details not featured on standard topo maps like convenient camp spots, train stops, drinking water, points of interest and more. It also has a load on insightful info on the back of the maps so…
Compatible with Platypus shutoff valves and 1/4″ tubing Self-sealing valve, which will prevent unnecessary leakage Made from stuff that’s safe to put in your mouth! (medical-grade silicone) Taste-free
The special-edition, 50th Anniversary Hikelite 26L Daypack commemorates the fine craftsmanship upon which Osprey was founded. If you’re a diehard fan or casual pack collector, this limited release offers a piece of history. Up-spec’d fabrics, sporty aesthetics and accented details make this lightweight and ventilated panel-loader perfect for everyday objectives on the trail. A certified…
Fully featured without weighing you down, the Yacuri ND 65 is a highly versatile pack that takes you wherever you want to go, from thru-hikes to multi-day treks between alpine huts. The adjustable V-TRAX carry system, with its thermoformed harness and dual densities of foam, ensures full contact with your back while delivering cushioning support…
These super-light Mesh Organisers from Exped are perfect for sorting out all your gear in your luggage. Airy and transparent, with a sturdy zipper and with luminous pulls and hypalon tabs, they’re good for clothes, undies and all sorts of knick-knacks, whether you’re going for a dirty weekend or a full-blown season away. Collect all…
Big adventures require even bigger packs and Lowe Alpine’s Cerro Torre delivers a classic hiking pack design with technical materials, an Axiom 7 harness, plenty of space and a rugged durability that remains weight conscious. This design makes it a comfortable heavy gear hauler for trekking, camping, backpacking and expeditions in the most extreme places….
Something a little bit different from pack maestros Osprey – the Arcane Day Pack. It’s tough and simple urbane exterior betrays the thought that has gone into its design. The waxed cotton fabric will last for years, and you’ll want it to with this feature set: the 10 litre volume is divided into 13″ laptop and document…