Getting ready for a hike? We can help. All the information you need is at your fingertips in our new ‘Get Hiking Ready’ brochure If you’ve booked on one of our walking tours in Australia or overseas and you’re wondering how to get prepared, we can help. We have put together a comprehensive new brochure […]
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Should I use hiking poles? Our answer to the walker’s question
Hiking poles? Or no poles? It’s a question that many walkers will ponder at some point. Here’s our advice to help you make an informed choice. Hiking poles (also known as trekking poles or walking poles) look a lot like stocks for skiing. People use them while hiking to aid with propulsion along the trail or […]
Boots or shoes? What is the best footwear for hiking?
Hiking footwear is an important consideration for every walker – the comfort of your feet will play a big part in your enjoyment of a walk. Blisters, hot spots, damp socks, sore soles and twisted ankles are all problems that involve your footwear. Aiming to answer the eternal hiking question ‘are hiking shoes or hiking […]