Hiking Articles, Guides and Insights for Australian Hikers

A practical guide to choosing a hiking tent for Australian conditions, covering season ratings, capacity, tent designs, ventilation, weight, and common mistakes.

Learn how to care for a hiking pack with proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance to protect performance, safety, and prevent spreading soil-borne disease.

Are Grivel G10 crampons suitable for snow hiking? A field-tested review covering traction, fit, safety, and performance on icy and alpine terrain.

Which ice axe is best for snow hiking and general mountaineering? A field-tested review of the Grivel G1 covering performance, safety, and real use.

Find out how the Ten Essentials work as a safety system for hiking, why each matters, and how to apply them to real Australian conditions.

Hike the 43km Inka Trail to Machu Picchu. Plan for high-altitude passes, ancient stone stairs, and cloud forest with this practical guide to permits and gear.

How can you prevent common hiking injuries? Manage load, terrain stress and fatigue through progressive training and controlled technique.

A practical guide to hiking clothing layers in Australia. Learn how base, mid and outer layers manage moisture, warmth and weather for safer, comfortable hikes.

New to hiking in Australia? Learn how to plan safely with practical advice on gear, hydration, navigation, trail grading and Leave No Trace.

Learn how to fit a hiking pack properly so weight transfers to the hips, posture stays upright, and comfort, control, and breathing improve on the trail.

Impressive field test and review of Osprey Aether AG™ 70 backpack. Discover its remarkable features and benefits. Check it out in-store!

Research shows hiking in nature supports brain health, improves mood, reduces stress, and enhances mental clarity beyond exercise alone.

Cold weather hiking tips for staying warm, dry, and safe. Practical advice on layering, pacing, nutrition, weather checks, and managing heat loss on winter hikes.

Prepare for an alpine climb with essential tips on altitude acclimatisation, weight training, nutrition, and mental preparedness to ensure a successful ascent.

Down vs synthetic sleeping bags for hiking: understand the pros, cons, and how to choose the right insulation for Australian conditions and your hiking style.

New to trail running? Learn how to build endurance, improve technique, choose the right gear and stay safe on uneven terrain in Australia.

Learn how to reduce hiking pack weight through smarter planning, packing habits, and movement skills without relying on expensive new gear.

Get answers to common travel insurance questions and prepare for your next adventure, whether it’s domestic travel, exploring abroad, or going on a cruise.

Lightweight food planning for multi day hikes with real dry weight benchmarks, calorie density guidance and practical quantity examples.

Learn how minimalist camping reduces pack weight through planning, multi-use systems, and experience, without compromising safety or comfort on the trail.

Practical wet weather outdoor hacks to stay dry, warm, and safe. Gear choices, clothing, camping tips, and simple habits for hiking and camping in rain.

Learn how to safely light and extinguish a campfire, understand park rules, and reduce bushfire risk while camping and hiking.

Learn how much water to carry when trail running, with practical guidance based on time, intensity, terrain, and safety rather than distance.

Ultra-Dry Down explained: how hydrophobic treated down resists moisture, retains loft, dries faster, and when it makes sense for Australian hiking.