Silk liners are to sleeping bags what sheets are to your duvet: You wouldn’t want to throw your blanket in the washing machine every week, would you Unnecessarily washing your sleeping bag eventually contributes to the degeneration of the down or synthetic fill, and is a huge pain in the neck. Throw a light liner…
One Planet’s new Tarkine canvas bushwalking pack is just the latest in a long line of amazing products from the Australian company. Built from tough-as-nails Aussie Waterloc canvas to keep out all but the absolute worst weather, with canvas-backed seams eliminate water ingress through the stitching, the Tarkine is fitted with the most comfortable harness…
Whether you’re a casual or experience hiker, the light and streamlined Hikelite 26 litre daypack combines essential features and quality construction with the impeccable ventilation that AirSpeed has to offer. Its minimalist panel-loading design keeps things clean and uncluttered for simplified use on any trail, and added external storage and compression help keep you organized. Now…
PLBs (Personal Locator Beacons) are now so small that there is really no excuse not to carry one. The Rescueme is a prime example: weighing in at just 116g and half the size of an energy bar, this little guy will fit right in your hip belt or shoulder strap pocket and you won’t even know…
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…
An array of features allows the Rab tensor 15l Tensor to be as capable on the hill as in the city. A zippered top pocket with an integrated key clip keeps valuables close at hand. A light loop and reflective graphics allow you to be always visible on a bicycle commute. Considering that water is…
The Leki Makalu is a classic you can always rely on for hikes and trekking. Equipped with the new Aergon Air grip, they have been specially adapted for trekking by combining lightness with stability for ultimate control on the trail. The special hollow core technology allows a combination of lightweight construction with large, supportive surfaces…
Formidable, yet minimal, the Osprey Sportlite 20 is a great day hike backpack for the fast and light crowd who know what they’re getting into and only pack what they need. Panel-loading design keeps your packing straightforward and a minimal silhouette eliminates any need to fuss around. Plus, its AirScape backpanel and suspension system elevates…
They look like a cross between something from Inspector Gadget and Dr Seuss, but if you don’t mind that (and who would) you’ll love the X series from Sea to Summit, including this extra large bowl. Made of flexible silicon sides that are freestanding and rigid and yet collapse completely flat, they are nifty and…
Petzl Actik Core with a rechargeable battery – the ideal rechargeable headlamp to extend your dynamic outdoor activities. Casting 600 lumens, Actik Core provides powerful and comfortable lighting to go with you when you’re running, trekking, or mountaineering. Its phosphorescent reflector makes it easy to find in the dark and red lighting keeps you from…
The One Planet Sac sleeping bag series is designed for general camping and travelling use in multiple seasons. The synthetic insulation is an efficient combination of synthetic fibres that insulate and maintain warmth with ease. Three layers of insulation are composed of Thermolink fibre, a woven fibre mid-layer and an outer thermal barrier. All this is…
Given the amount of enquiries we fielded, we just had to start stocking the Sawyer Water Filter Systems. The Micro Squeeze is their classic filter: lightweight, compact, durable and simple to use. Instructions: