HIKING MOUNT TITIROA (TRAVERSE)

The first time I came across Mount Titiroa was when it was part of the 2023 GODZone Adventure Race. Social media photos of the ridgeline and summit looking like it was covered in snow got many talking. I finally got to see it for myself in April 2025. After reading...

11 AWESOME WALKS & HIKES IN GLENORCHY

If you’re looking for some amazing Glenorchy hikes you don’t need to look hard. There are a couple of Glenorchy walks on the easier end of the spectrum and a host of hikes in Glenorchy that are a good challenge, even for experienced and skilled hikers....

HIKING GLENORCHY’S BLACK PEAK

There are two Black Peak’s you can hike to in Otago. This post will focus on the Black Peak near Glenorchy, not the Wanaka one. This post will give you all the details you need to know about heading up to Black Peak, 1989 metres above sea level. This is another...

MOUNT LARKINS, THE EPIC 2300M PEAK

If you’re looking for a challenging peak to reach, which offers some exposure, epic views, and a place not many reach…you might want to hike to Mount Larkins, 2300 metres above sea level. You should do it as an overnighter (two Hut options), but if need be...

REVIEW OF ZORALI ESCAPADE 30L BACKPACK

Disclaimer: Zorali sent me the pack. I was not obligated to write a review on the pack but I like it a lot. Here’s my review on what I like and dislike about the Zorali Escapade Backpack. I’ve been using the pack pretty consistently for 2.5 months now,...

THE GLENORCHY RACES 2025: A QUICK GUIDE

If you’re looking to go to the Glenorchy Races, you’re in for a fun day. Having attended the most recent event I can give you some information about what you can expect. The 2025 Glenorchy Races are on January 4th, with the first race starting at about 11...