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,…
The AirZone at 32 litres is an ideally sized day pack with a female specific Fixed AirZone Carry harness to maximize airflow around your back. The single buckle attachment for the lid makes accessing the main compartment easy whilst side compression straps keep the bag compact. Hip belt pockets make accessing the essentials easy, bungee…
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…
The 2Midable pyramid is light, simple and adaptable, designed as an ultralight shelter for guides and group. It can be an emergency refuge, a shady lunchtime getaway, group kitchen or an outdoor learning space. More than that it’s a sanctuary, promoting a life lived well – outdoors. The 2Midable has impressive internal height, space and…
Exped perfected dry bags years ago, and now they’ve brought back their sturdy and practical range of Waterproof Compression Bags. Made from PU-coated nylon with taped seams, three side compression straps and a grab handle, they’re the best designed on the market. An outlet valve makes it easy to push out excess air.
Sea to Summit pioneered collapsible camp cookware, and now elevates it to the next level. The Frontier Pouring Pot has EU food-grade silicone rubber sidewalls, allowing the pot to collapse down for packing then extend out when you’re ready to create great outdoor meals. The hard-anodised aluminium alloy base spreads heat quickly and efficiently, and…
Lowe Alpine’s trusted AirZone Trail ND24 combines many of their classic women’s pack features in a slimmed-down, nifty package, and features a female-specific harness to ensure comfort for ladies torsos. Particularly of note is the ingenious AirZone breathable harness system, which holds the pack a few centimetres away from the body to ensure optimal ventilation…
This stroganoff is based on the traditional Russian recipe, beef and mushroom in a sour cream sauce served with rice – perfect for keeping your babushka warm on a windblown evening out on the steppe. Back Country Cuisine is made in New Zealand from natural ingredients free from preservatives, and is so easy to prepare:…
Here’s one for those of us who pine for the classic knapsack of old: the tough canvas top loader aka the Zipless by One Planet. Alloy hook buckles secure the lid while the front pocket is always accessible. Waterloc canvas is resistant to all but the most brutal weather. A minimal, yet padded and vented,…
The Exped Ultra Pillow is a premium, ergonomic pillow in an all new ultra light, recycled 20 D stretch fabric. The pillow’s anatomic shape holds the head firmly in place while the low-profile FlatValve allows for easy inflation and deflation that won’t disturb a good nights sleep. It is the perfect pillow for fast and…
Expedition Crush drybags are not only waterproof like standard dry bags, but they have a padded liner to protect your valuables from being squashed on the trail. The 2D version of the Exped Crush dry bags don’t have a gusset so they’re great for slimmer items like phones, point-and-shoot cameras, electronic cables, solar charges, sunglasses…
Ideally, everyone should be using some sort of sleeping bag liner: it protects the bag and means you won’t have to wash it as often (which eventually degrades the down or synthetic fibre); but if you need more warmth than protection, this is the liner to choose. Fast-drying, premium quality Thermolite yarn is cuddly and…