For the experienced backpacker, guide, mountaineer or adventurer, there’s no better tool for the job than the women’s-specific Ariel Pro 75, featuring our most advanced fabrics, features, comfort and durability demanded by outdoor professionals and enthusiasts. A heavy-duty, customizable suspension system in a lighter package keeps you agile under a heavy load. A certified Bluesign…
Bottles are old hat – what you need is a soft, foldable bottle with a bite valve, especially if you’re planning on running those trails! Source’s Jet flasks have been designed to fit snuggly in hydration vests, and come with their fancy Helix Bite valve, making hydration super easy while running. The Jet flasks are also…
These light but strong polymer waterproof bags from Lifeventure will protect anything you care to put in them from water damage, scratching, religious conversion etc. The press-seal LocTop is rated to IPX8, that submersible up to 10m for 30 minutes. The small pack comes with three different sized bags for different valuables such as camera,…
These Tasmanian maps are recommended for regional planners and visitors intending to travel a little off the beaten track. The map is popular with drivers, cyclists and people wanting a regional overview of an area. The maps are available in folded and flat form and may be joined together to create an impressive wall map.
Made exclusively in Italy in their carbon-neutral factory, Masters’ Scout poles are perfect for hikers who just want a basic tool for the job without shelling out a fortune. The twist-lock telescopic aluminium body is strong and supportive, and the cork-effect handle grips nicely. Two rubber pole tips are included.
Dry bags are the way forward, and will surely someday rule the world. The Exped Fold Drybag UL series is possibly the lightest-weight fold-top storage system on the market. Made from lightweight ripstop nylon with taped seams, and with an easy-squeeze buckle for closure and a grab handle, they’re also the best designed. Compartmentalise your…
Deuter’s Kids Comfort Active child carrier has a new, compact Lite Air contact back with ventilation makes this child carrier absolutely lightweight. The sporty frame offers the height of comfort and naturally bears the TüV GS safety seal of approval. The seating area for the child is a comfort zone with the simple-to-use and easy-to-access…
Kahtoola’s innovative Microspikes are great for ice and packed snow, but this is Australia! The Nanospikes are smaller, lighter and designed to give you confidence on wet rocks or roads during light hiking or winter runs. The flexible elastomer skeleton allows your gait to remain natural, from heel strike to toe off, so no more…
For day hikes, light overnights, sure-footed scrambles, and fast descents on two wheels, the Rab Aeon 35 is built to move with you over all terrain. With a range of technical features for all ascents and a close fitting back system that flexes as you move.
John and Monica Chapman 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 their range of books offer insightful observations and background on numerous trails across Australia. John and Monica’s books are well laid-out, colourfully illustrated and provide extensive information…
At 11 grams each and 120cm long you can’t afford not to carry these Exped Accessory Straps out bush! The Exped Accessory Strap UL or Ultralight is simple but incredibly strong and able to lash anything you’d want to your hiking pack, bike or canoe. From sleeping mats and tents to skis, snowboards, camera equipment…