John Chapman and his co-authors 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 John & Co’s books are well laid-out and colourfully illustrated that detail routes, background, safety, trip planning and further reading.
The One Planet Hot Sauce 50L is for the natural thrill seeker, ideal for shorter, lighter, spicier journeys. Made in Melbourne, One Planet combine a body made from Diamondloc fabric (approximately 500g) with an Exact Fit Mid Lite harness designed for a supportive carry (around 690g). The result is a delicious bag weighing only 1200g, and you can…
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 Nepal’s Annapurna region covering 14 treks including the Annapurna Circuit and Sanctuary treks.
Something a little bit different from pack maestros Osprey – the Arcane Day Pack. It’s tough and simple urbane exterior betrays the thought that has gone into its design. The waxed cotton fabric will last for years, and you’ll want it to with this feature set: the 10 litre volume is divided into 13″ laptop and document…
The Camp Lite sleeping bag series from One Planet is designed specifically for camping and bushwalking in 2 to 3 seasons. The durable 20 denier Vapour Vent fabric is extremely breathable and hard-wearing and filled with 700+ loft DWR duck down. The tapered rectangular shape is versatile in nature: the bag can be fully unzipped…
Skratch Labs Sport Hydration Drink Mix Matcha Green Tea was created for a simple purpose – to replace the electrolytes lost in sweat and to provide a little bit of energy when working out, without offending your palate or gut.
The Osprey AirCover is for when storms hit, it provides waterproof protection for your pack and its contents, and for when it’s time to fly, it becomes a protective duffel to keep your pack safe in transit. Made out of double ripstop nylon.
Cicerone guide details the Camino del Norte and Camino Primitivo pilgrim routes. The Camino del Norte covers 820 kms and takes you from Irún via Bilbao and Santander takes around 5 weeks to complete. The 355km Camino Primitivo takes about 2 weeks. The book also includes the Camino Finisterre from Santiago to the coast.
For day hikes, light overnights, sure-footed scrambles, and fast descents on two wheels, the Rab Aeon 35 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.
Got some biting beasties lurking around your campsite The rechargeable and portable Mosquito Zapper & Lantern will attract, trap and do away with those hungry mozzies once and for all. It even has a super handy integrated lantern – so throw away your Deet and head net, hang up the Mosquito Zapper, kick back and enjoy…