If there’s one luxury that should not be denied on a camping trip it is a comfortable seat at the end of a long day. Sometimes a knobbly log, cold rock or patch of swept ground just doesn’t cut it, but now, thanks to Helinox and their revolutionary Chair Two, even weight-conscious hikers can treat themselves.
The Natural Exhilaration is a top of the range daypack – fully featured and multi-talented. With the combined U Flow systems and auto-moulding features, your ability to move freely and stabily through rough terrain will be impressive.Add any model Balance Pocket or Bag to create a Balance Pack, adding user-friendliness (instant gear access) and increasing…
These are the official 1:25 000 scale topographical maps from the NSW government Land & Property Division, covering the most outstanding areas of the state on a well-produced, reversible, fold-out map perfect for hikers.
The new Rab Aeon ND33 is built to move with you over all terrain for day hikes, light overnights, sure-footed scrambles, and fast descents on two wheels. With a range of technical features for all ascents and a close fitting back system that flexes as you move. Women’s specific fit, an Air Contour back and is hydration…
Made from a high-tenacity Cordura ripstop nylon fabric, these 5litre, 10 litre and 15 litre compression sacks are strong and durable. The siliconised coating on the outside of the fabric and PU coating on the inside provides protection from the elements (seams are not taped so not fully waterproof).
If you’re looking to explore the main range of Australia’s gorgeous Kosciuszko National Park, this is the book for you. An awesome full-colour guide of over 40 of the best walks in the Snowy Mountains, written by Matt McClelland, founder of the widely popular online resource WildWalks. The book includes maps, easy-to-follow instructions and info…
Exped’s Flex Mat Plus and the like have become the go-to choice of thru hikers, gram counters and alpinists all over the world. Like Papa Smurf this mat is bluer and a little bit chunkier than the regular Flex Mat providing extra warmth and comfort. The closed cell IXPE foam is 3.8cm thick and comes…
Minimising weight so you can maximise your time on the trail, the Muon 50L is the ideal companion for long distance thru-hiking and trekking with a refined kit list. The ultralight, ultra-tough fabric and lightweight back system keep excess weight down and are exceptionally strong, capable of supporting heavy loads with superb stability. Built with…
If you find most camping lanterns lanterns a little on the bulky side for trekking, you’ll be chuffed with Goal Zero’s new Lighthouse Mini. It has the same fold-down legs and directional lighting as the and allows you to shed 210 lumens of light in one direction only, e.g. forward when walking a trail at…
Weighing only 37g, Sea to Summit s AlphaLite Cutlery uses a durable hard-anodized aircraft grade aluminium combined with a sleek shape to create an ultra lightweight utensil at an affordable price.
Named after one of the most iconic hikes in Australia, the Summit Gear Overland 40L ultralight pack combines the trifecta of ultralight, durability and comfort. The pack itself has been designed and made in Katoomba – Australia, by professional machinists who take immense pride in their craftmanship, are paid a real living wage at a facility…