10 Useful Gifts for Travellers Darcy Smith December 12, 2023 Activities, All, Gear, Tips, Travel Looking for a present for the nomad in your life? When you spend most of your life living out of a backpack, every belonging must have a purpose. There are generally two questions to think about when shopping...
15 Best Gifts for Hikers Darcy Smith December 5, 2023 Activities, All, Bushwalk & Camp, Gear, Tips We get it - hikers can be tricky to buy for. They’re a minimalist bunch who don’t want anything more than they actually need. But deep down, most outdoorsy people are gear nerds who get excited about even...
Osprey Aura AG 65 Review Paddy November 30, 2023 All, Gear, Reviews Soph needed a new pack for challenging multi-day hikes, and the Osprey Aura AG 65 turned out to be everything she needed. Check out her review of the classic Osprey hiking pack during an overnighter at Mount...
Gift Ideas for Adventure Lovers | Paddy’s Staff Top Picks Paddy November 28, 2023 All Purchasing the perfect Christmas present for your friends and family can be difficult, especially if they're an outdoor enthusiast who appears to have it all. But don't fret - our adventurous...
What to Pack for Long-Term Travel | Complete Packing List Darcy Smith November 17, 2023 Activities, All, Travel Deciding what to pack for a backpacking trip can be overwhelming. If you’re in the merciless midst of writing your packing list, or are simply staring at your empty pack in despair, we’re here to help. Our...
85% Osprey Running Vest Review: Duro/Dyna Range Darcy Smith November 8, 2023 Activities, All, Fitness, Gear, Reviews Although one of the most highly regarded pack manufacturers on the market, Osprey is likely not the first brand that springs to mind if you’re on the lookout for a running pack. Their range of trail running...
How to Choose an Osprey Backpack: The Ultimate Guide for Hiking, Backpacking & Travel (2024) Darcy Smith October 25, 2023 All, Gear, Tips Rarely will you hit the hiking trail without spotting an Osprey pack on someone’s back, and for good reason. Osprey is one of the most reliable brands on the market and has been making premium, well-fitting...
A Guide to Merino Wool: Is It Worth It? Darcy Smith October 19, 2023 All, Gear, Tips Primarily found in next-to-skin items like baselayers and socks, merino wool is somewhat of a staple fabric in the wardrobes of outdoorsy folk everywhere. Outdoor enthusiasts love to shout about the benefits...
Are Hiking Poles Worth the Hype? How I Chose My First Pair of Hiking Poles Paddy August 16, 2023 All, Gear, Reviews, Tips Outdoor enthusiasts tend to occupy one of two camps when it comes to hiking poles: they love them or they hate them. It’s safe to say that Ana was firmly planted in the latter - that is until she badly...
A look into the eye-opening book Adventures in Climate Science Paddy June 1, 2023 All, Environmentalism We know the world is getting hotter, but have you ever wondered exactly why a warming planet matters? How does just a degree or two of extra heat actually change anything much? Launching today, with support...