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…
Skratch Labs Clear Hydration Drink Mix is a sports drink that tastes like water with a twist of lemon. Drink Clear when you just want to drink water but know you need a sports drink. Clear is infused with a subtle hint of flavor from real lemons to give you a crisp, light tasting, refreshing way…
Cicerone guidebook for walking the Tour of Mont Blanc, one of the world’s classic treks. The 170km TMB route typically takes 11 days and is described in both anti-clockwise and clockwise directions, with optional variants. Includes information about refuges and facilities and a separate booklet showing the entire route on IGN 1:25,000 maps.
Exped flat valve sleeping mats can be inflated in a variety of ways, including blowing and pumping, but they all have drawbacks. Not with the Schnozzel Pumpbag! Damp breath can condense inside the mat and cause mould, and pumps always add precious grams to your pack load, but now comes Exped’s ingenious solution to all…
The GSI Personal Java Press has a unique mug that nests entirely within the French press, your morning Joe packs and unpacks effortlessly. The ingenuous plunger that breaks down to store within the mug, you will never worry about wasted space or muddy coffee again.
When the Vikings first learned that a metal sewing needle could be ‘enchanted’ or magnetized with a ‘magical’ rock to always point in one direction they believed that they had tapped into some magical power of the Aesir God Tyr himself. Little did they know that they had discovered magnetic north! Guided by these magic…
Tuck into your meal on a lightweight adventure whether it’s noodles or porridge with the compact, durable and functional GoBites Uno utensil from Humangear. This double-ended utensil features a spoon on one side that’s shaped so you can drink soup while the fork on the other has tines that are long enough to eat spaghetti…
Dry bags are the way forward, and will surely someday rule the world. The Exped Fold Drybag UL series is possibly the lightest-weight fold-top storage system on the market. Made from lightweight ripstop nylon with taped seams, and with an easy-squeeze buckle for closure and a grab handle, they’re also the best designed. Compartmentalise your…
Produced by the Department of Lands, this six map kit covers the entire length of the Great North Walk. With details not featured on standard topo maps like convenient camp spots, train stops, drinking water, points of interest and more. It also has a load on insightful info on the back of the maps so…
Petzl Actik is a powerful, easy-to-use headlamp with red lighting casting 450 lumens. Actik 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 blinding those around you when you’re with a group….
Made exclusively in Italy in their carbon-neutral factory, Masters’ Scout poles are perfect for hikers who just want a basic tool for the job without shelling out a fortune. The twist-lock telescopic aluminium body is strong and supportive, and the cork-effect handle grips nicely. Two rubber pole tips are included.