John Brierly is one of the acknowledged experts in walking the pilgrim’s routes of the Camino on the Iberian peninsula. For walkers who do not wish to carry the full guide book, and who only require maps, John has produced this map kit, with full daily stage maps, contour guides and town maps to help…
Fast and light on the mountain with the Speed Lite 30 SL. The lightweight all-rounder provides lots of freedom of movement on day hikes and all kinds of sportive uses thanks to its athletic V-shape and anatomically shaped shoulder straps. A high level of carrying comfort and technically sophisticated, clever functionality without superfluous weight is…
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.
Cicerone’s comprehensive guidebook and map book to walking the 784km Camino Frances from St Jean-Pied-de-Port in southern France to Santiago de Compostela in Spain, including an additional route to Finisterre. Split into 6 sections and 36 customisable stages, the guide lists over 500 pilgrim hostels. The map book covers the entire route, which can be…
Deuter has designed 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 10 liters for all your snacks, along with generous front access for easy…
The Mungo is a fast and light bushwalking pack from One Planet that helps you keep everything pared down to the bare minimum. Capacity starting at 55 litres is roomy enough for all the essentials and more, but doesn’t tempt you to overpack with extra space. Bungee cord on the front is handy for tucking…
The excellent Cicerone guidebook to walking the Camino dos Faros, the way of the lighthouses on Spain’s Galician coast. The 200km route is described across eight stages and takes in some of the area’s most enchanting coastal scenery. Incorporates some challenging walking.
The One Planet Exact Fit harness system on the Larrikin bushwalking pack means you can stuff this 75-85 litre baby till it’s bursting at the seams, and it will still fit completely comfortably on your back. (Whether you can lift it is another matter!) Tough Waterloc fabric makes this pack well nigh waterproof and canvas-backed…
Highly versatile 26L daypack from Arcteryx for day hiking and everyday use. You are not all about work, neither is the Mantis 26 Backpack. Transitioning effortlessly from urban to trail, this versatile pack delivers technical performance with a clean aesthetic. The drawbridge opening allows easy access to the large main compartment, multiple pockets provide intuitive…
Make a big plan, and then go bigger with the Hyperlite Porter 70L. For four-season missions where resupply points are less frequent, and bulkier gear or equipment is required, the Porter 70L can carry it all.Hyperlite designed the Porter for the expert ultralight backpacker or climber who moves fast, goes far and travels light. Made from 100%…
Sometimes a pack cover isn’t enough – you need a fully Waterproof Pack, and that’s where the Exped 45L Torrent comes in. With a roll-top closure and high frequency welded seams, this guy won’t be letting in any rain or splashes, in fact it’ll keep your gear dry in any situation short of total immersion….