For committing thru-hikes where every gram counts, the Osprey 55L Eja Pro provides the most comfortable carry in its weight class. Shedding nearly 450g off from the Eja 58, the Pro features a more fine-tuned adjustment system for its ventilated AirSpeed suspension system with anatomical women’s fit. Comfort, without weighing you down.
It’s called the Classic for a reason: it’s one of the most enduring and popular of the Camelbak range. It’s not a day pack, it’s a lightweight, minimalist way to carry your water. Full stop. Well, and also your keys, multi-tool, or wallet. Nevertheless, it’s incredibly simple and sleek, and at 170 grams, a pleasure…
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.
With generous capacity and plenty of clever details to make it easier to organise your kit, the Lowe Alpine AirZone Trail Camino ND 35:40 is perfectly adapted to challenging terrain and overnights in the wilderness. The breathable AirZone suspended mesh back system encourages airflow to your back, keeping you dry and comfortable throughout long mountain…
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.
You should already know that one of the best way to ensure your water is safe to drink is to treat it with a , but the water has to be clear for the UV light to penetrate it and do its job. When clear water is not available, use the Water Bottle Pre-Filter by…
Have you ever thought I just want a map of NSW, the whole state, on one page for my wall to plan my trips! Well, you’ve found it! The reverse side has a more detailed view of the coast from Batemans Bay up to Forster, including campsites and lookouts for Barrington Tops, Wollemi National Park,…
Exped have made a fully waterproof, lightweight day pack that takes up very little space when not in use – the Cloudburst 25. A slightly heavier and more durable version of the the foam back panel and mesh straps transfer small loads effectively while the removable waist belt prevents bouncing. The pack itself is fully…
These are the official 1:25 000 scale topographical maps from the NSW government Land & Property Division, covering the most outstanding areas of the state on a well-produced, reversible, fold-out map perfect for hikers.
A step up from it’s little brother the Field, the Ranger MS is the go-to tool for most map work on the planet. A longer base plate, magnifying lens and luminous markings build on the strengths of the entry-level model to complete this classic compass model. All Silva compasses include a pamphlet explaining their 1-2-3…
This 13L Big River Dry Bag is a durable and abrasion resistant option that uses a strong 420D nylon fabric. If your idea of outdoor recreation involves rugged water sports like kayaking, canoeing, rafting, or motorcycle touring, they are the perfect storage bags to keep your gear dry. A white interior laminate affords greater visibility, and…