Gear Reviews
Review: Black Diamond StormLine Stretch Rain Gear
I’ve always had a bit of a love-hate relationship with my rain gear. It enables me to confidently go on longer hikes without worrying too much about what the weather’s...
Review: Black Diamond StormLine Stretch Rain Gear
I’ve always had a bit of a love-hate relationship with my rain gear. It enables me to confidently go on longer hikes without worrying too much about what the weather’s...
Review: Jim Green Monster Waterproof Boots
South African footwear manufacturer, Jim Green, makers of the rugged, no-nonsense Razorbacks, have a second hiking boot in their line-up: The Monster Waterproof Boot. I got my hands on a...
Review: Jim Green Monster Waterproof Boots
South African footwear manufacturer, Jim Green, makers of the rugged, no-nonsense Razorbacks, have a second hiking boot in their line-up: The Monster Waterproof Boot. I got my hands on a...
Review: Naturehike Spider Ultralight 1-Person Tent
The Naturehike Spider Ultralight Silicone 1-Person Tent is exactly what it says: a lightweight 1-person, 3-season tent. Key Information Price: R2399 (at time of writing) Weight: 1618g (including the groundsheet)...
Review: Naturehike Spider Ultralight 1-Person Tent
The Naturehike Spider Ultralight Silicone 1-Person Tent is exactly what it says: a lightweight 1-person, 3-season tent. Key Information Price: R2399 (at time of writing) Weight: 1618g (including the groundsheet)...
Review: First Ascent Eclipse Tent
Key Information Capacity: 3-Person Weight: 4034g (excluding the stuff sack) Waterproof Rating: Flysheet: 2000mm; Tent floor: 3000mm Structure: 4 poles with 5 intersections; freestanding Price: R2699 (at time of writing)...
Review: First Ascent Eclipse Tent
Key Information Capacity: 3-Person Weight: 4034g (excluding the stuff sack) Waterproof Rating: Flysheet: 2000mm; Tent floor: 3000mm Structure: 4 poles with 5 intersections; freestanding Price: R2699 (at time of writing)...
Review: Vaude Sioux 400 SYN
The Vaude Sioux 400 SYN is a lightweight, synthetic sleeping bag designed for late spring to early autumn use in European conditions, which makes it ideal for all but the...
Review: Vaude Sioux 400 SYN
The Vaude Sioux 400 SYN is a lightweight, synthetic sleeping bag designed for late spring to early autumn use in European conditions, which makes it ideal for all but the...
Review: Zamberlan Rolle EVO GTX Boots
Key information Price (at time of writing): R4899 Weight: 785g per boot. 1570g per pair (size 11). Uppers: Perwanger® leather Women’s version: Yes Intro At first glance, one is immediately...
Review: Zamberlan Rolle EVO GTX Boots
Key information Price (at time of writing): R4899 Weight: 785g per boot. 1570g per pair (size 11). Uppers: Perwanger® leather Women’s version: Yes Intro At first glance, one is immediately...