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.
It may have been been renamed, but the Field MS (formerly Field 7) is still the industry standard compass for schools, scouts and anyone delving into the art of navigation for the first time. The baseplate, rubber grip and common scales will help teach the junior explorer this lifesaving skill. All Silva compasses include a…
This bestselling bushwalking guide is the perfect companion for the experienced Blue Mountains adventurer, the keen bushwalking beginner and the whole family! Written by Veechi Stuart, a former Sydney Morning Herald columnist and true Blue Mountains local, this guide includes something for everyone. Included:
The Futura Air Trek 45+10 SL has been designed specifically for women. Deuter has engineered the Futura Air Trek series to be the ultimate piece of kit for those longer-distance adventures. With plenty of space for all your gear, the pack features a convenient side bellows pocket and a height-adjustable lid that adds an extra…
The shoulder pocket for Hyperlite backpacks is a great way to keep the tools you need for a successful day within reach. It’s roomy enough to fit most modern cell phones and some GPS devices. Constructed with Dyneema Composite Fabrics, it’s a rugged and slim accessory that won’t be a distraction or hamper your freedom of…
Love Camelbak, but want a completely leak-proof bottle Well they’ve invented the Chute just for you. Rather than use the straw design of the Eddy bottle, the Chute uses a more traditional screw-top lid to prevent leaks. It’s niftier than a boring old run-of-the-mill bottle though – the cap stows next to the carry handle…
The Hyperlite Unbound (40L) is the ultimate backpack for those who demand durability, functionality, and ultralight design in one package. This backpack is made from Dyneema Fabric, which is known for its incredible strength-to-weight ratio, making it virtually indestructible in harsh conditions. With a capacity of 40 litres, the Unbound backpack is perfect for lengthy…
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…
The Leki Black Series FX Carbon is your exclusive companion on mountain tours. It comes equipped with the newly developed Aergon Air, with genuine cork surface. The grip has been improved in numerous ways and has been redesigned in terms of comfort and control. Special hollow core technology allows the combination of lightweight construction and…
Have you ever thought I just want a map of NSW, the whole state, on one page for my wall to plan my trips! Well, you’ve found it! The reverse side has a more detailed view of the coast from Batemans Bay up to Forster, including campsites and lookouts for Barrington Tops, Wollemi National Park,…
The design of the Tasmap 1:50 000 Map Series provides a clear and accurate portrayal of topographic information, with symbols and map content giving enhanced depiction of buildings, hill shading and a simplified classification of vegetation.