Outdoor Journal

Adventure

A Classic New Zealand Tramp - The Greenstone and Caples Tracks.

The greenstone caples makes for a great multiday tramp that can be as long or as short as you want. It...

Zebedy Harris

• 30/06/26

Advice

How to Get a Better Night’s Sleep in the Outdoors

I've spent hundreds of nights sleeping outdoors, and these are the simple tips I use to get a better night's...

Zebedy Harris

• 30/06/26

Adventure

A Perfect Weather Window - Ultralight Camping On The Kelly Range

A perfect forecast, a lingering cold, and a lightweight overnight mission on the Kelly Range. Zeb makes the most of...

Zebedy Harris

• 30/06/26

Advice

Why Choose a Women's Specific Tramping Pack?

A comfortable pack starts with the right fit. Discover how women's specific packs differ, who they're designed for, and why...

Mitch Smyth

• 29/06/26

Adventure

Arthur's Pass: Klondyke Corner to Crow Hut

Crow Hut was my introduction to overnight trips in Arthur's Pass. Between river crossings, mossy forest, a hut full of...

Shelby Kelly-Burnett

• 24/06/26

Brand

Introducing the Outdoor Research SkyChaser Jacket

Light. Waterproof. Built for the alpine.

Outdoor Research

• 15/06/26

Advice

Camp Kitchen Basics: Basecamp Camp Kitchen Setup

A great camp kitchen can transform your campsite. From two-burner stoves to cast iron cookware, here's how to build a...

Mitch Smyth

• 10/06/26

Advice

Camp Kitchen Basics: Group Tramping Kitchen Setup

When everyone carries a little, everyone eats better. Here's how to build a practical camp kitchen for group tramping trips,...

Mitch Smyth

• 10/06/26

Brand

Born From the Climbing Life Ep 4: Drifter's Escape (5.15a)

The final episode of Born From the Climbing Life: Of Legacy and Lineage follows Connor Herson's pursuit of Drifter's Escape,...

Black Diamond

• 09/06/26

Brand

Born From the Climbing Life Ep 3: Bon Voyage

From Norway to France, Connor Herson's climbing season continues with Bon Voyage, a legendary trad route that has become a...

Black Diamond

• 09/06/26

Brand

Born From the Climbing Life Ep 2: Recovery Drink (5.14c)

Connor Herson's remarkable season continues in Norway as he takes on Recovery Drink (5.14c), a demanding trad route that requires...

Black Diamond

• 09/06/26

Brand

Born From the Climbing Life Ep 1: Crown Royale (5.14c)

Born into climbing and raised on Yosemite walls, Connor Herson begins an extraordinary season with an attempt on Crown Royale,...

Black Diamond

• 09/06/26

Adventure

Urchin Track to Waipakihi Valley: A North Island Tramping Adventure

A quick overnight escape into the Waipakihi Valley delivered everything we were after: great views, a riverside campsite, a campfire,...

Mitch Smyth

• 09/06/26

Advice

Camp Kitchen Basics: Lightweight Tramping Kitchen Setup

A lightweight camp kitchen is all about efficiency. Learn how to choose the right stove, cookware, and tableware for tramping,...

Mitch Smyth

• 01/05/26

Advice

The Ultimate Guide to Trail Running in New Zealand

Ready to leave the pavement behind? This guide covers everything you need to know about trail running in New Zealand,...

Mitch Smyth

• 29/04/26

Advice

How to Choose the Right Headlamp for Camping, Tramping & Trail Running

The brightest headlamp isn't always the best one. Here's what to look for when choosing a headlamp for camping, hiking,...

Mitch Smyth

• 24/04/26

Advice

Sleeping Mats Explained: How to Choose the Right One

The secret to a better night's sleep outdoors isn't your sleeping bag. It's your sleeping mat. Learn how to choose...

Mitch Smyth

• 22/04/26

Advice

The Ultimate Adventure Travel Packing Guide

Travel is a series of transitions. Airports, road trips, boats, and remote drop-offs all reward good packing. Here's how to...

Mitch Smyth

• 22/04/26

Advice

The Ultimate Climbing & Mountaineering Gear Guide for New Zealand

Whether you're clipping your first bolt indoors or planning alpine adventures, choosing the right climbing gear makes all the difference....

Mitch Smyth

• 21/04/26

Advice

The Ultimate New Zealand Camping Gear Guide

Camping in New Zealand starts simple, but the further you travel from the road, the more your gear matters. Here's...

Mitch Smyth

• 01/04/26