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December 2018

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Scribbler Strelitzia Ladies Waterproof Raincoat
From stocking fillers to essential outdoor kit, the Wilderness guide to Christmas has something for every budget

Macpac Organic Cotton Tee $39.99
100% organic cotton tee available with a range of printed graphics across the chest. Made from natural fibres with a soft next-to-skin feel for everyday comfort. www.macpac.co.nz

Panasonic DC-FT7 $749
Built to go everywhere, the FT7 is Panasonic’s toughest camera on the market. With its dust sealing and 2m shockproof rating, it’s ideal for all your above ground adventures, plus with a 31m waterproof rating, it can follow your adventures underwater too. www.panasonic.co.nz

SOTO Amicus Stove $64.99
A reliable, high performance but low-cost stove recommended for first-time stove users. Lightweight and compact with four-prong pot support for stability. Compatible with standard isobutane canisters such as Primus, Snow Peak, MSR and Jetboil. www.southernapproach.co.nz

Scribbler Strelitzia Ladies Waterproof Raincoat $195
It’s not just a pretty face – it really works. This Scribbler ladies raincoat is waterproof (10,000mm), fully seam-sealed, breathable (5000mm), windproof and is printed with Scribbler’s original, bright, artist designs. New Zealand-designed and tested. www.scribblergear.com

Scotchgard Outdoor Water Shield $19.95
Keep your outdoor fabrics drier for longer with Water Shield. Ideal for fabrics on hiking packs, tents, and umbrellas. www.scotch-brite.co.nz

Black Diamond ReMoji Lantern $69.99
An essential for your camp kit or road trip rig, the ReMoji is USB-rechargeable and has a magnetic backing that easily sticks to any metal surface. It provides ample illumination for cooking dinner, sorting the rack or hanging out. www.southernapproach.co.nz

Energizer UE15001 Power Pack $99.99
Power pack for smartphones, tablets and other devices. Triple USB output ports allow charging of three devices at once. Can recharge a smartphone five times and comes with a durable housing. 370g. www.vaughan.co.nz

The North Face Flyweight Pack $90
Weighing in at 170g, this 17-litre pack stuffs into its own internal zippered pocket when not in use. Made from durable lightweight materials and featuring mesh shoulder straps and back panel, front stuff pocket, side water bottle pockets and a lifetime warranty. www.thenorthface.co.nz

Sea To Summit Alpha Set 2.1 $99.99
From extreme expeditions to family camping, the versatile and compact Alpha cookware is ideal for all outdoor adventures. The space-saving DeltaLight Bowls and Insul Mugs nest inside the Alpha 1.9L pot. www.southernapproach.co.nz.

The North Face Men’s Glacier Alpine Jacket $160
Beat the chill on shoulder-season hikes with this lightweight 100% recycled polyester fleece featuring a secure zip and alpine-style pockets, stylish colour-blocking and a full-length zip for easy on-off. www.thenorthface.co.nz

Nextorch myStar $199.99
With patented Fresnel lens focusing technology,myStar features 360-degree adjustability, so you can freely adjust from a spotlight to floodlight. Delivers up to 550 lumens and a range of 184m with a 3000mAh rechargeable lithium polymer battery. 169g. www.vaughan.co.nz

Deejo 37g Black Tattoo Trek $99.99
Ultralight knife in 420 stainless steel with black titanium finish, 9.5cm blade, secure liner lock system, decorated with fine laser engraving, belt clip, coralwood handle. 37g. www.bobo.co.nz

Macpac Fiord 28L $259.99
A lightweight, high-performance daypack, with a powerful punch. Engineered to minimise weight whilst hiking below the snowline, it features hard-wearing nylon and Cordura fabrics for sustained durability and can fit everything you need for a day in the hills. 850g. www.macpac.co.nz

Macpac Latitude XP 500 $599.99
A versatile sleeping bag suitable for a range of adventures. Filled with premium 700 loft goose down encased in a breathable and water-resistant fabric, the Latitude 500 will keep you comfortable throughout the night – even in freezing temperatures. 1100g. www.macpac.co.nz

2B Insect Repellent $24.50
Water-resistant, lasts up to eight hours, 100% Natural, New Zealand made. 2B is effective against all biting insects including mosquitoes and sandflies. www.2b.kiwi.nz

Salewa Wmn’s Mountain Trainer Mid GTX $499
Salewa’s women’s-specific Mountain Trainer Mid GTX features a lightweight, comfortable upper matched to a stiff, precise sole unit and is designed to conquer the toughest terrain with a strength-to-weight ratio unmatched by any other boot. 1100g. www.bobo.co.nz

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