If one thing is guaranteed in This Hiking Life, it’s precipitation at one point or other. This is a simple, no-nonsense Raincover from Swiss legends Exped. A shock cord ensures it will fit tightly around your pack and when not needed it stuffs down to almost nothing. Now you’ve no excuse not to go hiking…
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…
Keep the elements at bay and your necessities securely stowed in this stylish Transporter Roll Top. The TPU-coating and roll top closure prevents water ingress during commutes while an internal document sleeve and pockets in the main compartment keep all your gear organized. Featuring a zippered side access sleeve that can fit a 16-inch laptop…
PLBs (Personal Locator Beacons) are now so small that there is really no excuse not to carry one. The Rescueme is a prime example: weighing in at just 116g and half the size of an energy bar, this little guy will fit right in your hip belt or shoulder strap pocket and you won’t even know…
Skratch Labs Oranges Sport Hydration Drink Mix was created for a simple purpose – to replace the electrolytes lost in sweat and to provide a little bit of energy when working out, without offending your palate or gut.
Julbo have been making the world’s best outdoor eyewear since 1888 and, developed specifically for the snow and ice of high mountains and glaciers, the Shield is a stylish frame for any outdoor enthusiast. From mountaineering to climbing to riding these frames are in there element and perform with the best of them. The removable side shields…
The SteriPEN Classic creates purified water using Ultraviolet (UV) light rather than filtration or chemical treatments. Whether your source is a clear running brook or a hotel tap, SteriPEN Classic destroys viruses, bacteria and protozoa, including giardia, salmonella and cryptosporidium, in under a minute.
The ultimate ultralight medical kit, the AMK Ultralight/Watertight 3 Medical Kit contains the first aid essentials you need for solo day trips where portable, waterproof gear is a must. Ideal for hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, and climbing, this first aid kit includes supplies to clean and bandage wounds, treat muscle aches, dress blisters, and treat…
Reach for the Osprey Exos 48 for the perfect mid-size ultralight, with plenty of room to put in the miles, but not so much that you’re tempted to overpack. Highly experienced backpackers will appreciate industry-leading comfort and ventilation-without the weight it often adds-making it the perfect pack for ultralight multiday adventures. For those who really…
From fast-paced day hikes to ultralight summer bivis, this agile Lowe Alpine 36L hiking pack is breathable, super streamlined, and perfect for when you’re covering ground with minimalist kit. Its ventilated AirZone back system is built with a knitted construction, giving you stability and flex where you need it and encouraging airflow, with a convection…
The One Planet Hot Sauce 50L is for the natural thrill seeker, ideal for shorter, lighter, spicier journeys. Made in Melbourne, One Planet combine a body made from Diamondloc fabric (approximately 500g) with an Exact Fit Mid Lite harness designed for a supportive carry (around 690g). The result is a delicious bag weighing only 1200g, and you can…
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…