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.
Named after one of the most iconic features in the Blue Mountains, the Summit Gear Solitary 35L ultralight pack combines the trifecta of ultralight, durability and comfort.
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…
The Classic Light is exactly what your everyday ride or day hike has been missing. Lightweight meets heavy-duty for a pack that is durable, adaptable, and comfortable for any length adventure. The sleek design features a 2-litre Crux Reservoir with Quicklink disconnect and an extra 2-litres of cargo space. The Air Support Light Back Panel…
The One Planet Bath Bag now has a window top and is possibly the toughest little bag this side of the equator. It’s perfectly at home in your rucksack, kicking around in the car or your Wheelie luggage, and great for storing toiletries, first aid, cables and chargers. This robust, versatile companion is useful for…
SimPure Filtered Water Bottle with an in-built filter straw. Easy to use for travel, camping, biking and hiking. It has a 4-Stage filter straw within the water bottle and is replaceable.
Safeguard for your outdoor gear, the Sea to Summit Padded Soft Cell Large is an ultra-light durable cell that is ideal for protecting camera gear, binoculars, GPS and large delicate items in your pack. High-density die-cut EVA foam is covered with durable, lightweight Ultra-Sil fabric in bright colours to make a sleek looking pouch that…
The Helix Bite Valve, yet another one of Source’s great creations, has used a fancy 360 cylindrical silicone valve situation, which means you don’t have to swivel that hydration tube (or your body!) to a specific orientation to use it. “Omni directional operation” they call that. Might not seem like a big deal to some… but…
The Rogue Light Hydration Pack is everything you crave for the everyday trail; minimal, durable, cool, and comfortable. The sleek, lightweight design features the Air Support Light Back Panel and a ventilated harness for effective cooling and ultimate breathability. The total 7-litre capacity includes a 2-litre Crux Reservoir with Quicklink disconnect. Stow and secure a…
Peak Aspiration is Aarn’s most popular Stronglite. The Stronglites are designed to take your gear into the world’s remotest places comfortably and reliably. They are tough, dynamic, multi-functional and highly water-resistant. Fully featured, they allow you to carry a wide variety of adventure tools for diverse conditions and multiple activities. Add Balance Pockets for natural…
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…
Since the route was opened in 1888, the Milford Track has been described as ‘The finest walk in the world’. Join Almis for this four-day adventure and absorb the Maori myths of Aotearoa, learn about the discovery of Mackinnon’s Pass which led to the establishment of the track, experience the rain, the waterfalls, the climbs…