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$799

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A durable and high-quality waterproof jacket for tramping and mountaineering Plusses: Comfortable, durable, high waterproof ratingMinuses: Pockets could be better positioned 500g (m), 440g (w) Features: This jacket is constructed from 3-layer Gore-Tex fabric and includes a large, helmet-compatible, three-point adjustable hood, a two-way AquaGuard Vislon main zip and AquaGuard pit zips, large water-resistant front […]
Mark Watson

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Mark Watson

Wilderness gear editor Mark Watson divides his workdays between graphic design, writing and photography. His passion for tramping, climbing, cycling and storytelling has taken him all over Aotearoa and the world in search of great trails, perfect moves and epic light. He has published four books and his photographs have featured in numerous publications. Especially motivated by long distance travel, he has tramped Te Araroa and cycled from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego.

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