John Chapman and his co-authors 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 John & Co’s books are well laid-out and colourfully illustrated that detail routes, background, safety, trip planning and further reading.
This super-strong Ultra-Sil Dry Day Pack is a 22 litre pack that stuffs into a sack the size of a elephant’s toe to be kept hidden away for occasional use in your purse, your pocket, even on your key ring. The 30D siliconised cordura is unbelievably strong for its weight – a tiny 90g, and…
The Expedition now has a sighting mirror! Silva’s Expedition S retains the rugged Dryflex housing, magnetic declination adjustment screw and numerous scale markers of it’s progenitor, but now includes a crystal clear mirror hidden in a defensive case. A must have for the intrepid bush-basher. All Silva compasses include a pamphlet explaining their 1-2-3 map-reading system…
When the journey calls for a lightweight pack but you can’t afford to compromise on comfort and carry capacity, the streamlined Osprey Aura AG LT 65 for women offers the best of both worlds. From weekends flush with gear to your longest backcountry expeditions, LT delivers the same award-winning AntiGravity suspension while providing a thoughtful,…
The latest water filter from clean water experts MSR is the Trailshot – a fantastically lightweight and user-friendly unit that has been designed to be carried easily in a side-pocket for on-the-go use by superlight hikers and trail runners/adventure racers. The hollow fibre membrane blocks any nasties bigger than 0.2 microns which includes bacteria and…
Whether you’re off on urban or sporting adventures, Julbo Spark Polarized 3 is a must-have for women who want a single pair of elegant, high-performance sunglasses. A comfortable grip nose bridge and curved grip temples make sure they stay in place, and the Polarized 3 lenses offer clear vision and excellent glare control. Julbo Spark…
The Exped Typhoon 25 is a perfect weather protection in a durable and lightweight pack. A versatile single compartment pack the Typhoon 25 comes with roll-top closure and compact body design. This heavy duty daypack made of durable ripstop nylon and taped seams is 100% waterproof and withstands incidental contact with rock. Two side stretch pockets…
Fully featured without weighing you down, the Yacuri 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 cushioning…
An array of features allows the Rab tensor 15l Tensor to be as capable on the hill as in the city. A zippered top pocket with an integrated key clip keeps valuables close at hand. A light loop and reflective graphics allow you to be always visible on a bicycle commute. Considering that water is…
Osprey’s Arcane Day Pack is 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: 20 litre volume is divided into 15″ laptop and document sleeves, the main compartment with valuables pocket, and a…
The Mungo is a fast and light bushwalking pack from One Planet that helps you keep everything pared down to the bare minimum. Capacity starting at 55 litres is roomy enough for all the essentials and more, but doesn’t tempt you to overpack with extra space. Bungee cord on the front is handy for tucking…
Had plans to do the Camino this year Maybe your Everest Base Camp trek was cancelled Don’t worry! The Great North Walk is just what you’re looking for! The 250km walk between Newcastle and Sydney is stunning, challenging and right in your backyard. This new section-by-section guide includes full-colour photography, accurate maps, and info on…