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  • Legs of man wearing Ribelle Run shoes on a rock
    8.5Score
    Gear 2

    Scarpa Ribelle Run: one shoe to replace them all?

    One shoe to replace them all: it’s a pipe dream but Scarpa’s Ribelle Run might just be up to the task. I took them hiking, climbing and running ...

    On 26 December, 2022 / By James Stuart
  • Compass and map
    Gear 0

    Finding your way: navigation tools for the modern adventurer

    Heading off track? Heading on a trail? In this article, I take a quick look at some of the navigation options (and skills) available to both the casual ...

    On 22 May, 2021 / By James Stuart
  • Man in black pants, from waist down
    8Score
    Gear 0

    Review: Zorali Recycled Venture Pants

    Does my bum look sustainable in these? 100% recycled pants by a climate neutral Australian outdoor gear maker… Yes please! I’ve been sent a couple of bits of ...

    On 17 April, 2021 / By James Stuart
  • Man wearing backpack in forest
    7Score
    Gear 9

    Review: Zorali Escapade Backpack

    Burly fabric, street-smart looks, endless storage and practical design. This Australian-designed crossover pack could be a quiver of one. Except for that missing hip belt. ‘Built for the ...

    On 26 January, 2021 / By James Stuart
  • Man with backpack looking to Careys Peak
    Hiking 0

    Overnight on Barrington Tops via the Corker Trail

    From temperate rainforest through to sub-alpine swamps: this three-day ramble takes in a range of ecosystems. It’s a glorious way to see out winter, provided you don’t mind ...

    On 1 November, 2020 / By James Stuart
  • Shows man wearing shirt in the mountains
    8Score
    Gear 0

    Review: Royal Robbins Bug Barrier Expedition Long Sleeve Shirt

    Sure, it’ll make you look like a middle-aged outdoors Dad (hey wait, that’s me!), but this is a high-performing shirt that is perfect for keeping the sun off ...

    On 1 March, 2020 / By James Stuart
  • Picture of tape packets
    9Score
    Gear 0

    Gear Review: Tenacious Tape

    If you’re looking to prolong the life of that sleeping bag or jacket (or stop water getting in your tent after you burnt a hole in it on ...

    On 25 May, 2019 / By James Stuart
  • Osprey Transporter 90 Wheeled Duffel in campground
    8.5Score
    Gear 6

    Review: Osprey Transporter Wheeled 90 Duffel

    The Osprey Transporter 90 is a wheeled duffel that is both rugged and versatile. It will serve just as well on a resort holiday as a major overseas ...

    On 4 November, 2018 / By James Stuart
  • Man standing in jacket with tent in background
    9Score
    Gear 0

    Review: Arc’teryx Cerium LT Hoody

    The Arc’teryx Cerium LT is a piece of gear so warm and light you’ll be able to brave exposed belay stations with just a base layer and barely ...

    On 31 July, 2018 / By James Stuart
  • Man walking beneath fallen tree in bush
    Hiking 2

    Great North Walk: Wondabyne to Somersby

    Follow the camber and curve of this section of the Great North Walk to explore Mooney Mooney Creek, wild ridge tops and the rainforest gullies around Somersby.  In ...

    On 13 May, 2018 / By James Stuart
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  • Legs of man wearing Ribelle Run shoes on a rock
    8.5

    Scarpa Ribelle Run: one shoe to replace them all?

    26 December, 2022
  • Compass and map

    Finding your way: navigation tools for the modern adventurer

    22 May, 2021
  • Man in black pants, from waist down
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    Review: Zorali Recycled Venture Pants

    17 April, 2021
  • Man wearing backpack in forest
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    Review: Zorali Escapade Backpack

    26 January, 2021
  • Man with backpack looking to Careys Peak

    Overnight on Barrington Tops via the Corker Trail

    1 November, 2020

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