Our essential gear for living in the great outdoors.

hammock bliss
Hammock BlissCamping Hammock

Our all in one camping hammock, used in all conditions. With built in mosquito net, rain fly and tree friendly straps.

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northface
The North FaceClothing

The top end gear such as down jackets and high altitude wear is where they set themselves apart.

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steripen
SteriPenWater purification

A simple water purification system. Truly an innovation, no messing about with tablets again!

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seatosummit
Sea to SummitStuff sacks and Gaiters

If you haven’t travelled with these as stuff sacks, it will change your life! The gaiters good also.

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thermarest
ThermarestCamping mattress

Keeps you off the ground and keeps you warm. It’s lightweight and even works in a hammock!

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rei
REIOutfitter

Recreational Equipment Inc in the USA. Whenever we are state side we need to get our REI fix!

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scarpa
ScarpaFootwear

From entry level hiking to advanced mountaineering boots, Scarpa covers it all quite well.

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leatherman
LeathermanPocketknife

A tough, reliable tool with many options to suit different conditions. You may end up with a few of these!

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msr
MSR FuryTent

A four season tent we originally bought for the Overland trek in Tasmania. It’s light and sturdy.

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staminade
StaminadeNutrition/Sports Drink

Tried the rest! Now try the best. Great Aussie sports drink with magnesium to reduce cramps.

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hydralyte
HydralyteSports Drink

In sickness and in health. Good to have a few sachets of Hydralyte stowed in your bag for emergencies.

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osprey
OspreyBackpacks

Last count we had 4 of these! Plenty of versatility and have thought of everything a back pack needs.

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black diamond
Black DiamondCarabiners

Used for hanging our hammocks mostly but also climbing. Top quality for when your life depends on it!.

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backcountry cuisine
Back Country CuisineCamping meals

We’ve gone through quite a few of the Back Country cuisine menu. All are pretty tasty, especially the apple crumble desert! Simplest way to get a tasty, nutritious meal in the bush.

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gu logo
GU EnergyNutrition

An easy to eat, lightweight and instant energy fix when you need it most. Try the banana flavour 🙂

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merrell
MerrellFootwear

Tried and tested footwear. Merrell gear, particularly the boots, have held together longer than most.

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