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Why fishing is a great hobby for anyone:...

Blessed with a coastline almost 3 000 kilometers long, and combining several stunning dams, lakes, rivers, and... Continue reading

Stay Warm While Exploring: Base-layers, Tips,...

Winter, cold weather or rain should not stop you from exploring the beautiful outdoors and tackling your favourite... Continue reading

Your Guide to Navigation: Tools, techniques,...

Whatever adventure you are planning ahead - understanding and mastering navigation techniques are arguably some of... Continue reading

Find the perfect fit with our helpful footwear...

Choosing the right size shoe can be tricky. Luckily our various size guides can help you determine the perfect size... Continue reading

Worried about fit? Read our size guide for...

Our size guide helps you determine the right size, so your new clothing item fits like a glove. Continue reading

Do easy, fast and efficient outdoor cooking on...

Do you need a super-dependable, fast-cooking lightweight stove when hiking or camping? With Jetboil’s cutting edge... Continue reading

The versatile COBB cooker - Everything you need...

The compact, portable COBB is the ideal cooking companion for any outdoor chef. Prepare delicious food anywhere with... Continue reading

Trail Running 101 - Beginner's Guide and Tips...

We’ve compiled a list of great tips and information about trail running gear to get you started for your next outdoor... Continue reading

Hiking Safety and Emergency Checklist - 5 Steps...

Enjoy South Africa’s beautiful hiking routes and trails safely with our useful guide, emergency checklist and numbers... Continue reading

How To Choose The Right Cover For Your Outdoor...

Read our guide on why covering your camping and outdoor equipment is so important, and how to care for and clean your... Continue reading

A Guide For The Ultimate Potjie: Sizing,...

A traditional potjie makes for the perfect, versatile outdoor meal. Use our expert guide and tips below to choose the... Continue reading

10 Must-have Outdoor Cooking Gear

See what our experts suggest are the top 10 must-have cooking tools, utensils and gear to take on your next outdoor... Continue reading

4 Outdoor Date Ideas

Perhaps love is the greatest adventure. There is no better way to celebrate than in the great outdoors. Here are 4... Continue reading

Gear Review: Hi-Tec Technical Clothing & Footwear

Hi-Tec has always been your foot’s best friend. Now, their incredible range of purpose-built technical apparel for... Continue reading

How to Correctly Look After Your First Ascent...

Caring for your First Ascent Down Jacket correctly can ensure you stay insulated and warm for many years of... Continue reading

How to watch TV during Load Shedding

Don't let load shedding stop you from enjoying your favorite TV shows or working on your computer with our helpful... Continue reading

How to Clean Your First Ascent Sleeping Bag

With regular care, the correct storage and thorough cleaning, you can maximize the lifespan of your First Ascent... Continue reading

5 Tips for Pitching Your New First Ascent...

The First Ascent tent range has been expertly designed, and performance tested in varying conditions to ensure... Continue reading

How to Choose The Perfect First Ascent Sleeping...

Whether you're prepping to summit Mt Kilimanjaro or, planning an overnight hike in your local mountain range—the... Continue reading

How to Care For all your First Ascent Rainwear

Over time, waterproof jackets will lose their resilience, allowing water to penetrate through the jacket's surface.... Continue reading

10 Reasons to buy a Ledlenser headlamp or torch

From innovative lenses to future-oriented batteries – Ledlenser lighting has the technological edge. Here's a... Continue reading

How to choose the right sized Veldskoen belt

Get your belt size spot on by referring to our nifty size guide. Continue reading

How to choose the right spotlight for the outdoors

A good spotlight is considered an essential outdoor gear item, especially when camping or game-viewing at night. Read... Continue reading

How to choose the right two-way radio set for...

Two-way radios are useful, often vital, gear devices when communicating in the outdoors. Whether in the mountains,... Continue reading

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