Want to carry a lighter pack? Upgrade your kit with these lightweight options.

Rab Ultrasphere 4.5 $299.95

A light and packable award-winning mat. It has two layers of heat-reflective fabric (similar to a survival blanket) to reduce heat loss, weight-saving tapered mummy shape, a pump sack and repair kit. 370g. www.outfitters.co.nz

Therm-A-Rest Z Lite SOL $159.99

A closed-cell foam sleeping mat with compact accordion-style shape and heat-trapping dimples. A reflective ThermaCapture coating slows radiant heat loss and increases warmth by nearly 20%. 2.0 R-Value. 410g. www.ampro.co.nz

Exped Ultra 3R $269.99

An insulated mat for spring through to autumn use. It features a recycled 20D ripstop face fabric, Texpedloft microfibre insulation and 7cm-thick  chambers with fatter chambers at the sides to prevent roll-off. Certified carbon neutral by myclimate. From 405g. www.bivouac.co.nz

KEEN Versacore $289.99

This is a versatile shoe for fast and light trips. It has a contoured fit, high rebound foam midsole with a strobel board for extra cushioning. The upper is ripstop mesh with reinforcement in key areas, and there’s a high-traction KEEN.ALL-TERRAIN rubber outsole. 660g. www.keenfootwear.co.nz

Exped Whiteout 45 $599.99

This minimalist roll-top pack is made from tough and UV stable Dyneema Composite fabric. It has a slim, removable padded back for a close-to-body fit and stability, a removable hipbelt and a weatherproof front pocket. It’s designed to carry loads of up to 15kg. Choice of 45L and 55L sizes. 580g. www.bivouac.co.nz

Rab Muon 50 $549.95

This pack is designed for long distance tramping. It uses durable and light Spectra fabric and Rab’s triFlex back system to reduce weight. It has large stash pockets and walking pole attachments. 995g. www.outfitters.co.nz

Bach Quark 30 $299.95

This overnight pack’s modular design allows components to be added or removed as needed. There’s a height-adjustable, removable lid, removable back panel, roll-top closure with zip, mesh side pockets, hiking pole and ice axe holder and daisy chain attachments for additional equipment. 870g.
www.colorado-traders.co.nz

Ultimate Direction Fastpack 40 $320

A vest-style pack with a breathable padded backpanel, roll-top opening, full-side external zipper, large front storage for water, phone and other essentials, side pockets, quick access external stretch mesh pockets, hiking pole attachments, and removable and height adjustable hipbelt. 715g. www.ippnz.co.nz

Kiwi Ultralight Titanium V-Stake $5

Titanium V-Stakes with improved strength and holding power while being lighter and more compact than Y-Stakes or Shepherd’s Hooks. Will stack tightly to limit noise and size. For use in compact and loose soils. 10.5g. www.kiwiultralight.co.nz

MSR Titan Kettle 900ml $179.99

A one-person cook-pot that doubles as a bowl or mug. There’s a spout for easy pouring into dehy meal pouches, silicone-coated folding handles and internal measurement marks. 126g. www.ampro.co.nz

Toaks Titanium Ultralight 450ml Cup $79.99

Claimed to be the world’s lightest 450ml titanium cup. It has folding handles, is non-rusting, non-toxic and made of 0.3mm thickness titanium. 48g. www.gearshop.co.nz

MSR FreeLite 1 $949.99

A one-person tent with a true rectangular floorplan and 1m of headroom. There’s a large side-entry vestibule for gear, interior pockets and overhead gear lofts.  Minimum weight 740g. www.ampro.co.nz

Rab Mythic Ultra 180 $1099.95 

A three-season (rating 7^oC) bag with heat-reflective Thermo Ionic Lining Technology paired with water-
resistant 900FP European goose down. Baffle construction prevents down migration and there’s an angled footbox, internal collar and hood. 400g. www.outfitters.co.nz

Rab Siltarp 1 $229.95 

An easy-pitch one-person shelter that packs down small. It’s made from a single piece of 2.4m x 1.5m seam-free nylon ripstop fabric. It has 16 guy points, a central lifter point for support with a ridge line and reinforced patches on corner guy points. 250g. www.outfitters.co.nz

Kiwi Ultralight Down Quilt from $490

A made-in-New Zealand quilt filled with 850+FP ethically-sourced goose down. There’s a box-baffle design, removable footbox with zip closure, pad strap attachments, neck drawstring, customised length, and 20% overfill for longevity. Three different comfort ratings: 5^oC, 0^oC, -5^oC – or made to order. From 390g. www.kiwiultralight.co.nz

Traverse Pencarrow $99.99 

A strong lightweight pole constructed from carbon and fibreglass. There’s an adjustable wrist strap, fast-lock mechanism for perfect fit, an extended EVA grip, and tungsten tip with a rubber cap. 170g.
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