If you haven’t heard of Goodr sunglasses, you’ve likely seen them out and about on the trails. In the NZ hiking and trail running circles, they’re popular. Having owned a few pairs now, this is my Goodr sunglasses review detailing what I like and do...
Felix: “The Macpac Fast Track shorts are the best shorts you’ll ever wear.” Me: “Sweet, I’ll trust you and get two pairs.” That was me blindly trusting my new colleague on my first day working at Macpac. And I tell you what, he was...
If you’re after an ultralight backpack for backpacking/hiking in New Zealand or abroad, the Kiwi Ultralight Tui 42 is worthy of your consideration. Note, that’s a minimum 32L internal storage, plus 10L external storage. Weighing in at 380 grams, this pack...
The Rodger Inlet Bushline Route is a sneaky good (7km+ return) route! If you’re staying at the Rodger Inlet hut, make the effort to get at least above the bush line. You’ll be rewarded with epic views, and it’s a totally different trail compared to...
Routes, Glutes, and Two Pairs Of Boots by Holly Kipling is a memoir of her time hiking the Te Araroa Trail (SOBO) in 2019 as a 19 year old. You get a day by day description of her journey, detailing the highs, lows, sights, scenes, friends (foes?), and plenty of food...
