Guidebook to the GR10, a 955km trek across the French Pyrenees from Hendaye on the Atlantic Coast to the Mediterranean coast at Banyuls-sur-Mer. Described in 55-day stages of 7-27km, the route can be completed in its entirety, usually in around 45 days, or in shorter sections using the bus and rail links found throughout the…
This 5L 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…
This is one of a series of excellent guide books from the Confraternity of Saint James, the pre-eminent, London-based organisation supporting pilgrim activities in Europe. Their guides are an inexpensive option for walkers heading to Santiago de Compostela on any of the many routes across Spain, France and beyond. Each book provides directions and details…
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…
Sometimes a pack cover isn’t enough – you need a fully Waterproof Pack, and that’s where the Exped 45L Torrent comes in. With a roll-top closure and high frequency welded seams, this guy won’t be letting in any rain or splashes, in fact it’ll keep your gear dry in any situation short of total immersion….
The Mungo is a fast and light bushwalking pack from One Planet that helps you keep everything pared down to the bare minimum. Capacity starting at 55 litres is roomy enough for all the essentials and more, but doesn’t tempt you to overpack with extra space. Bungee cord on the front is handy for tucking…
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…
One Planet’s new Big Friendly Giant (BFG) canvas bushwalking pack is 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 BFG is fitted with the most…
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.
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 is a guide to walking the John Muir Trail through California’s High Sierra from Yosemite (El Capitan and…
For the experienced backpacker, guide, mountaineer or adventurer, there’s no better tool for the job than the Aether Pro 75, featuring Osprey’s most advanced fabrics, features, comfort and durability demanded by outdoor professionals and enthusiasts everywhere. A heavy-duty, customizable suspension system in a lighter package allows you to remain agile under a heavy load. A…
All the mapping you need to complete the 95 mile (153km) West Highland Way, an official Scottish Long Distance Route from Milngavie near Glasgow to Fort William. Showcasing the wild beauty of western Scotland, the trail is a journey from the lowlands to the highlands, passing Loch Lomond then crossing Rannoch Moor before finishing in…