Outdoor Gear

Osprey Aether EF

December 17, 2023

When I was approached to review the Osprey Aether EF, I was excited. EF stands for Extended Fit and is designed purely with larger humans in mind.

Hunters Element Arete Pack System

by Ben Brown

October 19, 2023

The Arete Pack System revolves around the Arete frame, which is the base for swapping in and out the 25L, 45L and 75L packs.

Ridgeline Infinity Jacket

by Phil Caira

October 19, 2023

The Infinity features a three-layer membrane with a waterproof rating of 15,000WP (or 15,000mm) and a polyester outer layer with C6 DWR.

Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT Sleeping Pad – Out with the old, in with the new …

by Phil Caira

October 19, 2023

The Therm-a-Rest name needs no introduction – it’s been part of the hunting, hiking and backpacking landscape in NZ and around the world since the late 1970s.

Ridgeline Microtech Puffa Jacket

by Ben Brown

June 25, 2023

I’ll be looking at Ridgeline’s new Microtech Puffa Jacket, which utilises synthetic fibres and a simple design offering both functionality and good bang for your buck.

Ridgeline Stealth Pants

by Chris Rouse

April 24, 2023

Ridgeline has been around since 1994 and has upped its game in recent years with a new logo and a higher performance line of products.

Helinox Chair Zero High-Back Review

by Phil Caira

December 18, 2022

Surely there’s nothing wrong with a bit of comfort when out in nature whilst pursuing our chosen pastimes … right?

Huntech TOPO Camo Kakariki Forest Men’s Bush Coat G2 and Roar Pants

by Ben Brown

December 18, 2022

With competition between hunting-based garment brands being at an all-time high, the pursuit of functionality and consumer confidence is at the forefront of all businesses’ minds. Basic economics are about supply and demand. Hence, if you present a respectable product that people want to purchase, you’ll be in business.