Outdoor Gear

Reviews of seven of the best inflatable stand-up paddleboards in Australia, based on size, materials, weight, thickness, and more.

Stand-up paddleboarding is a wonderfully relaxing way to enjoy the water and a fantastic workout. To truly take advantage of this great water sport, you need to own your own paddleboard that you can use whenever you want.

Enter the inflatable paddleboard, otherwise known as ISUP. This innovative product gives you all the benefits of a hard shell paddleboard in a package that can be neatly deflated for easy storage.

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Of all the things you need to optimise your camp experience, the right camping table may be one of the harder choices you have to make.

Camping tables come in a variety of sizes and styles, and with more features than you might guess. Finding one you’ll be happy with requires some reflection on your needs and time spent browsing available options.

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Reviews of seven of the best swags in Australia, traditional as well as dome swags, based on size, mattress, weight, comfort, price and more.

There’s nothing more Australian than sleeping under the stars in a classic swag. In case you don’t know what a swag is, it’s essentially a portable shelter for sleeping and camping.

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Reviews of five of the best camping fridges in Australia, based on type, capacity, weight, portability, features, price, and more.

Camping fridges are a great alternative to traditional coolers and eskies. They don’t require any ice, they don’t leave your food soaking wet, and they can effectively keep your food cold for weeks on end.

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If you want to go camping in Australia, at the very least, you will need a tent and a sleeping bag. But for a camping trip to be even more successful, a camping chair is going to add so much value.

But what is the perfect camping chair? That will depend largely on your personal needs, as there are many different types and models, from the basic folding chair to the more luxurious director’s chair.

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A roof top tent is a perfect solution for those planning for an extended road trip in Australia with a 4WD, an SUV, or a van.

Modern roof top tents are surprisingly easy to set up and are designed to offer comfort, space, and protection from the elements, while sleeping on top of your vehicle.

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Reviews of five of the best torches for camping and hiking in Australia, based on power, durability, ease of use, battery, price, and more.

One of the most important items to bring with you when camping is a torch (or flashlight, depending on where you’re from).

While the oversized battery-eating torch you can get in the supermarket may be suitable for some, you’re much better off buying a compact and powerful torch specifically designed to assist you on those exciting outdoor trips.

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If you’re an avid hiker and you enjoy going for longer day hikes, it’s important to take a proper hiking daypack with you. Even for the shorter and easier walks, a sturdy yet lightweight backpack can be super helpful.

When choosing a new daypack for your outdoor adventures, you need to make sure you pick one that will not only last for several years, it also needs to be comfortable to carry around such that you don’t have to sacrifice on the pleasure of hiking.

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Reviews of nine of the best hiking tents for overnight hikes and camping trips, ranging in size and capacity from 1 to 4 persons.

Choosing the right hiking tent that suits your needs is not always easy, as there are many different products to choose from and various selection criteria to consider.

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Reviews of seven of the best beach tents and shelters in Australia, offering plenty of shade in addition to convenience and comfort.

If there is one thing you need to have in your beach kit, it would be a beach tent or sun shelter. This is especially true in Australia, where the sun can be powerful and unforgiving.

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