Crampons are sharp, bulky, heavy and expensive, and should only be carried by mountaineers. But what if you need to cross packed snow, or icy rocks or just wet slabs on your bushwalk You could risk your neck, sure, and sometimes provide your mates with a good laugh, or you could carry some Microspikes and…
CamelBak Flash Belt 0.5L is the ideal companion for walking, hiking, or running. This bottle-based belt is designed to offer both comfort and hands-free convenience, making it perfect for active individuals. The Peak Fitness Chill bottle, a key component of this belt, is engineered for optimal hand fit, ensuring comfortable carrying during any activity. Its…
The AC Lite 24 comfortable day pack features the ultra-light Deuter Aircomfort back system with maximum ventilation and offers an excellent comfort-to-weight ratio. It has a spacious main compartment and dedicated cell phone pocket, stretch side pockets, lid compartments and gear loops to strap poles and a range of gear to the outside of the…
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…
This 13L Big River Dry Bag is a durable and abrasion resistant option that uses a strong 420D nylon fabric. If your idea of outdoor recreation involves rugged water sports like kayaking, canoeing, rafting, or motorcycle touring, they are the perfect storage bags to keep your gear dry. A white interior laminate affords greater visibility, 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 book details trekking in the Everest region of the Himalaya in Nepal, including Thame Valley, Lukla to Namche,…
Looking to do some fun stuff in the Wilsons Promontory region This is the map for you! This map features detailed walk descriptions, including day walks such as the Lilly Pilly Gully, Mt. Oberon and Obern Bay, and overnight walks including Southern Prom and Northern Prom walks. Information on other fun recreational activities including camping,…
These super-light Mesh Organisers from Exped are perfect for sorting out all your gear in your luggage. Airy and transparent, with a sturdy zipper and with luminous pulls and hypalon tabs, they’re good for clothes, undies and all sorts of knick-knacks, whether you’re going for a dirty weekend or a full-blown season away. Collect all…
For day hikes, light overnights, sure-footed scrambles, and fast descents on two wheels, the new Rab Aeon 27 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. It has an Air Contour back and is…
Printed on waterproof tyvek this tough map covers the Snowy Mountains Main Range on one side at 1:25,000 & Guthega to Round Mountain including Mt Jagungal on the other at 1:50,000 with amazing detailed representation with 10m contour intervals. Also with detailed insets of Watsons Crags, Dead Horse Gap, Blue Lk, Lady Northcote Canyon & marginal…
It’s called the Classic for a reason: it’s one of the most enduring and popular of the Camelbak range. It’s not a day pack, it’s a lightweight, minimalist way to carry your water. Full stop. Well, and also your keys, multi-tool, or wallet. Nevertheless, it’s incredibly simple and sleek, and at 170 grams, a pleasure…
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…