Totally overhauled for 2019, Lowe Alpine’s VT Manaslu has most of the features of the but remains at a lower price point. Utilising their VT Plus Carry System, and thus ensuring a perfect fit for your entire walk, the Manaslu also incorporates most of the benefits of the Cerro Torre, such as the front opening…
With 34 litres of volume, this Manta is a premium hydration daypack designed to offer outstanding, fully-featured performance without compromise. Made to go the distance on your most committing hike adventures, it has loads of storage and organization, all packaged in top-tier sustainable fabrics. Its highly-ventilated AirSpeed suspension has been improved with a moulded ladder…
The Twist Top Pack Liner from One Planet is an ultralight, waterproof, and seam-sealed liner designed for all those gram counters out there. The twist-top closure is quick and easy to use. Just grab the top of the liner, twist it, and secure it with the toggle and elastic. Made from 20D ripstop nylon, it is…
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 trekking in the Everest region of the Himalaya in Nepal, including Thame Valley, Lukla to Namche,…
Julbo’s Shield series sunglasses are built for adventurers-climbers, runners, and riders alike. Drawing on their high-altitude expertise, the designers at Julbo have crafted sunglasses that provide both protection and performance no matter the conditions. With REACTIV Photochromic lenses they will adapt to variable light conditions, and the grippy curved temples and nose design provide a…
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…
The Little Bourke has been designed as a versatile urban pack, whether your commuting, travelling or out running amok. With a 30 litre capacity and constructed from durable water tight canvas, it’s got plenty of room for all the essentials and it’ll keep everything weather safe no matter what you’re doing. It includes internal insert options,…
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…
No fiddling with pumps and filters and chemicals. The new Widepac with inline Sawyer filter lets you re-fill your SOURCE from any creek, river, well, lake or pond and be sure to drink clean water. Unless you’re in the desert, this also means: carrying less water, as you are free to refill on the trail!…
Did you know that One Planet now make a cute little Hip Belt Pocket for their Exact Fit Harness Packs The lack of a handy pocket has been noticed and fixed by designer Andrew King, and the resulatnt bag threads onto the hip belt harness and side stabiliser strap for easy access to snacks, lip…
Nearly 450 grams lighter than the Exos 58 and featuring a more fine-tuned adjustment system, the 55L Exos Pro is the most comfortable ultralight thru-hike backpack in its weight class. A highly-ventilated AirSpeed backpanel supports light loads with ease while maintaining maximum airflow across your back, making it an ideal pack for your most long-distance…
The SteriPEN Classic creates purified water using Ultraviolet (UV) light rather than filtration or chemical treatments. Whether your source is a clear running brook or a hotel tap, SteriPEN Classic destroys viruses, bacteria and protozoa, including giardia, salmonella and cryptosporidium, in under a minute.