The Gear File, Vol 4

The freedom of camping the Great Walks

New Zealand’s network of backcountry huts is unrivalled anywhere in the world and Great Walks hut bookings are always in high demand. Some trampers, however, are choosing to forgo… Keep Reading

DOC frustrated by hut vandalism in Fiordland

A wrap of the biggest stories and best writing about the outdoors from New Zealand and around the world. DOC is seeking information after two huts in Fiordland National… Keep Reading

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How young is too young?

Parapara Peak Track, Kahurangi National Park

We’re doing it, will you join us?

Good southern men

Hiking Trips View all

Cascade Saddle, Mt Aspiring National Park
Parapara Peak Track, Kahurangi National Park
Mt Pureora Track, Pureora Forest Park
Dromedary Hill, Lindis Conservation Area
Kapakapanui Circuit, Tararua Forest Park

Gear reviews View all

Nemo Dagger Osmo 2P
Sea to Summit Telos TR2
The North Face Dryzzle FutureLight
Patagonia R1 Air Zip Neck
Outdoor Research Helium Down Hoodie

Gear guides View all

2021’s multi-day packs
2021’s backcountry stoves
2021’s hiking shoes
2021’s overnight packs
A short little guide to layering systems

Skills View all

A short little guide to packing a pack
Mistakes I’ve made in the outdoors
Check the weather, plan the trip
A short little guide to wood stove fires
A new focus on the old rules of self-arrest

More hiking trips View all

Wānaka’s spectacular alpine crossing
Adorable alpine hut
Charm amongst ancient landforms
Fresh take on an old lake
Way up on Wakefield

Features View all

Walk with a purpose
Health benefits of regular walking “irrefutable”
Meet our partners
We’re doing it, will you join us?
Not bad for the front country