John and Monica Chapman spend their lives hiking all over this great land and writing guide books so the rest of us can follow them. Through years of refinement their range of books offer insightful observations and background on numerous trails across Australia. John and Monica’s books are well laid-out, colourfully illustrated and provide extensive information…
Marmot’s Tungsten UL 2 Person tent is the ideal set-up for those gram counters who are unwilling to compromise on reliability. The pre-bent pole construction adds extra verticality to the walls, which menas
Peak Aspiration is Aarn’s most popular Stronglite. The Stronglites are designed to take your gear into the world’s remotest places comfortably and reliably. They are tough, dynamic, multi-functional and highly water-resistant. Fully featured, they allow you to carry a wide variety of adventure tools for diverse conditions and multiple activities. Add Balance Pockets for natural…
Cicerone guidebook to 50 day walks in the Mont Blanc region near Chamonix and Courmayeur, plus outlines of 4 multi-day treks around both sides of the Mont Blanc massif. The walks range from 3 to 20km and cover a variety of terrains from easy valley walks to more challenging routes over boulders, scree and on…
The latest water filter from clean water experts MSR is the Trailshot – a fantastically lightweight and user-friendly unit that has been designed to be carried easily in a side-pocket for on-the-go use by superlight hikers and trail runners/adventure racers. The hollow fibre membrane blocks any nasties bigger than 0.2 microns which includes bacteria and…
If you’re counting grams, but still count on a great night’s sleep, the Spark may be the right bag for you. Filled with RDS-certified 850+ fillpower goose down treated with a non-PFC Ultra-Dry Down treatment, the Spark is constructed with a technical hood and zipper draft tube to retain warmth. Comfort comes from a super-breathable…
Mach Gs from Goodr are a classic aviator style made to give you the speed if you feel the need. Plus, this smooth, sleek frame means no unsightly imprints on your nose from those weird nose pads on traditional metal aviator frames. Made for running but great for biking. Gradient lenses and fit regular or wider heads.
You can’t stop the rain, but you can stop it getting all your clothes wet with this ultralight roll-top Waterproof Pack Liner from Swiss legends Exped. It’s less than half the weight of their standard pack liner.Simply roll the top down at least three times, then clip the buckle and – Hey Presto! – you…
With its small size and precise needle, the Silva Pocket compass is a handy, compact compass that is perfect to bring along on your hike. While not designed for advanced navigation, it is a great aid if you need to find the right basic direction quickly or use it as a backup for a more…
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 cup. Made of flexible silicon sides that are freestanding and rigid and yet collapse completely flat, they are nifty and generously-sized. Because…
Skratch Labs Orange Sport Energy Chews can essentially be described as a candy gumdrop made of sugar and pectin. Or even a version of cooled down fruit pie filling that you forgot to put in a pie. The caveat though is that our Sport Energy chews are made for when you’re working out, not just for when…
For weekend warriors or local residents alike, this guide introduces the best walks that the Sunshine Coast has to offer, ranging from leisurely beach-side cliff-top strolls to the more rugged bush tracks. Richly illustrated with full-colour photos, this guide features detailed maps and descriptions of the region’s parks, bushland, rivers, coasts and urban areas. Covers…