by Jub | Jul 1, 2026
The Mount John walk is one of the must-do activities in Lake Tekapo. It’s less than 10km to complete the full loop, but you can make it shorter if need be. The reward? Amazing views of Lake Tekapo, Lake Alexandrina, and the surrounding mountains (and flatlands)....
by Jub | Jun 30, 2026
Kuhl once again asked if I’d like to review any of their gear, after browsing through the cataloge, I settled on the Kuhl REVIVR™ ACTIV Short. I didn’t have to write a positive review about them, but I can say I genuinely like these shorts. More than the Kuhl...
by Jub | Jun 30, 2026
The Macpac Prothermal Fleece Top is an unheralded piece of gear designed for the NZ Alpine Team. The prothermal is a baselayer, but the classic geothermal and merino baselayers are more popular. But maybe the Prothermal Range is for you. Some do say it’s the...
by Jub | Jun 28, 2026
Getting the Macpac Pisa Jacket was a big deal for me. When it’s normally time to buy a new hoody, it’ll cost less than $50. But this time things were different. I got the Pisa Jacket (check it out here) in early July 2021 to help me get through the...
by Jub | Jun 25, 2026
The Monro Beach Track was a sneaky good surprise. It’s not a track you’ll here people talk, but if about you’re looking to break up the drive between destinations on the West Coast (e.g. Haast and Franz Josef), a couple of hours strolling to Monro...
