Hopkins is probably even busier than the Ahuriri though because there is 4wd access so far up the valley. If you go somewhere that needs a good sweaty grunt up a hill to get there at least you'll...
Liked On: 22-12-2018, 09:02 PM
Hopkins is probably even busier than the Ahuriri though because there is 4wd access so far up the valley. If you go somewhere that needs a good sweaty grunt up a hill to get there at least you'll...
Liked On: 22-12-2018, 05:44 PM
A lot of places get busy during the summer holidays, especially the ones with easy access and/or 4wd tracks. Still plenty of empty country out there when you get away from the popular spots and...
Liked On: 22-12-2018, 10:35 AM
Yip, NZ weather can be unpredictable especially in the mountains so always be prepared - respect river crossings too, the tamest of streams can turn into a raging deathtrap pretty fast after heavy...
Liked On: 21-12-2018, 11:46 PM
I've got one of these for light summer trips - 530g, packs down smaller than a down jacket, does the job ok and good value. ...
Liked On: 19-12-2018, 10:56 AM
Yip, fast approach with a right kink just before going hard left at intersection. Mr Subaru braked about a mile too late and arrived way too hot, not sure if he went through the fence deliberately...
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Liked On: 14-12-2018, 05:10 PM
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Liked On: 13-12-2018, 11:03 PM
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Liked On: 13-12-2018, 11:01 PM
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Liked On: 13-12-2018, 11:01 PM
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Liked On: 13-12-2018, 11:59 AM
There are usually good sales straight after christmas if you can wait until then. Worth wandering into Bivouac, Macpac etc and seeing what they have on special. Everyone will recommend their...
Liked On: 11-12-2018, 10:52 PM
There are usually good sales straight after christmas if you can wait until then. Worth wandering into Bivouac, Macpac etc and seeing what they have on special. Everyone will recommend their...
Liked On: 11-12-2018, 08:04 PM
Sneaky hiding bird: https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4868/45310579944_16e34bf56d_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2c2WyPA)Spruce Grouse (1) (https://flic.kr/p/2c2WyPA) by Ben...
Liked On: 09-12-2018, 07:08 PM
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