Silva’s Expedition is the front-runner in their series of world-leading compasses.The base plate model has four different map-measuring scales for ultimate versatility, a screw for built-in declination adjustment and a rugged Dryflex housing. This is the perfect mid-range compass for heavy expeditions. All Silva compasses include a pamphlet explaining their 1-2-3 map-reading system which demystifies…
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 One Planet Basic Hydration Bladder Insert is a simple pocket that attaches inside your pack, keeping your hydration bladder (2 or 3 litres) upright and close to your back where the load is most comfortable to carry. Made from 100 D nylon, it is lightweight (30 g) and protects your precious water supply. The…
This is one of a series of excellent guide books from the Confraternity of Saint James, the pre-eminent, London-based organisation supporting pilgrim activities in Europe. Their guides are an inexpensive option for walkers heading to Santiago de Compostela on any of the many routes across Spain, France and beyond. Each book provides directions and details…
The Toolangi pack is a part of One Planet ‘s ‘practical lightweight’ range, a top-loader that deftly balances functionality, durability and weight. It’s earned its home among the gum trees with a comfortable EXACT FIT harness, well sized 70 litre capacity (medium), and tough Diamondloc fabric. They haven’t skimped on classic ONE PLANET design and features:…
Skratch Labs Raspberry Sport Energy Chews can essentially be described as a candy gumdrop made of sugar and pectin. Or even a version of cooled down fruit pie filling that you forgot to put in a pie. The caveat though is that the Sport Energy chews are made for when you’re working out, not just for…
If you need a reusable, BPA-free plastic bottle to tote on day-to-day expeditions in the city or out in the wilderness, look no further than Laken’s Classic Tritan Polyester bottle. Lightweight and strong, this robust receptacle has a secure cap with a carabiner-compatible loop, volume markings for measuring out the water for your dehydrated food,…
It’s a map case! You know, you put maps inside to keep them dry, but you can still read them! Actually it’s more than that. The touchscreen compatible TPU screen means that you could conceivably read a map displayed on your tablet, and manipulate it. And don’t fret – its waterproof rating is IPX7 so…
The Grampians region is one of the most popular destinations in Victoria for bushwalking and outdoor recreation. This detailed topographic map contains the latest road and walking trail networks, and in depth info for walking, overnight hiking, 4WD touring and other recreational activities. The map also includes a detailed inset of the Mount Abrupt and…
This is one of a series of excellent guide books from the Cicerone. Their guides are an inexpensive option for hikers heading all over the world looking to explore the world’s best walks and treks, mountains and cycle routes. This is a guide to walking the John Muir Trail through California’s High Sierra from Yosemite (El Capitan and…
The functional Deuter Aviant Access offers a high level of carrying comfort thanks to the Contact back system, continuously adjustable chest strap and padded hip fins. Items are well organised inside thanks to the padded laptop compartment and valuables pocket. The fold-out main compartment with reinforced outer walls also allows quick access. The backpack can…
For a different twist on hydration check out these Source soft bottles – flexible water carriers that fold flat when not needed and reduce in volume as you drink. The BPA-free polyurethane film hold no residual plasticky taste and can handle boiling water or being frozen. The sports cap has a high flow rate of…