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…
Peak Aspiration is Aarn’s most popular Stronglite. The Stronglites are designed to take your gear into the world’s remotest places comfortably and reliably. They are tough, dynamic, multi-functional and highly water-resistant. Fully featured, they allow you to carry a wide variety of adventure tools for diverse conditions and multiple activities. Add Balance Pockets for natural…
These light but strong polymer waterproof bags from Lifeventure will protect anything you care to put in them from water damage, scratching, religious conversion etc. The press-seal LocTop is rated to IPX8, that submersible up to 10m for 30 minutes. The small pack comes with three different sized bags for different valuables such as camera,…
With an adjustable slider that lets you customise the fit, the Croakies Terra eyewear retainer keep sunglasses secured to your person when you’re hiking, kayaking, cycling or sailing. Made with durable woven climbing rope.
The Sea to Summit Side Release Field Repair Buckle with removable pin is designed to permanently repair broken buckles with just the help of a screwdriver. All Sea to Summit dry bags feature Field Repair Buckles, from the lightest Ultra-Sil Nano dry sack to the heaviest Hydraulic dry bag. Don’t let a broken buckle ruin…
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…
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…
With its small size and precise needle, the Silva Pocket compass is a handy, compact compass that is perfect to bring along on your hike. While not designed for advanced navigation, it is a great aid if you need to find the right basic direction quickly or use it as a backup for a more…
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…
Skratch Labs Sport Hydration Drink Mix 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.
Lowe Alpine’s trusted AirZone Trail ND24 combines many of their classic women’s pack features in a slimmed-down, nifty package, and features a female-specific harness to ensure comfort for ladies torsos. Particularly of note is the ingenious AirZone breathable harness system, which holds the pack a few centimetres away from the body to ensure optimal ventilation…
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.