Staff Picks: Favourite Gear for Summer

Amy, from our Digital Marketing team, is an avid trail runner. She shares her thoughts:

“Choosing a jacket to run in can be difficult; some can get clammy when you sweat, restrict you in your movement and can be inconvenient to stowaway – but I find the Whitcombe perfect as it’s lightweight, has a ‘next to the skin’ feel, is compactable, breathable and also looks good, with a pop of colour (important when you’re out on the trail!) I’ve worn it running, hiking, cycling and out casually to BBQs and market trips – it’s practical and looks great.”

Versatility is another key feature of the Whitcombe. Christine (also part of our Digital Marketing team) loved using the Whitcombe during a multi-day hike of the Kepler track, a popular Great Walk in the South Island.

“The Whitecombe was the perfect layer for our multi-day hiking trip. Since it was quite warm but also always windy, the windbreaker was perfect as it was light, leaving me feeling not too hot, not too cold. A no-brainer for my packing list!

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The Mica Dress

The dress that does it all. Made from lightweight stretch fabric that dries quickly, the Mica Dress has a simple feminine cut and thoughtful details – such as a zipped pocked in the side seam for small items like lip balm, deeper pockets for other essentials and most importantly, celebrates freedom of movement when you’re out and about. Imogen, from our Product team, wore the dress for four days straight.

“I enjoyed the lightness of the fast-drying, stretch fabric which inconspicuously dealt with the uphill sweat build up. It didn’t bunch or ride up in an unflattering way, nor did I overheat or get chilled by sweat-soaked fabric -plus, I enjoyed the simple, feminine cut and its modest coverage when needing a discreet pee off the track. It was a wonderful combination you don’t often find in women’s outdoor apparel - practical, pretty and pocketed!”

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Winger 5-Panel Cap

Providing sun protection during outdoor adventures, the Winger 5-Panel caps are designed with bold prints in our moisture-wicking nylon ‘Winger’ fabric – perfect for travelling, hiking or chilling at the beach on a lazy Saturday afternoon. For Allie, part of our Marketing team, the caps meet a criteria of both function and fashion.

“A cap is something you need on top of the Hochstetter Dome just as much as sitting in your camp chair in the sun, and the Heritage 5-panel caps are a great foldable, lightweight cap that keeps me feeling funky and stylish no matter where I am.”

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The Duolight Hiking Tent

The classic Duolight 2 person tent, is an icon of the hiking scene. Engineered for minimal weight, optimal space and weather protection, it’s been trusted by generations of hikers to take you anywhere. It is versatile enough for most trips and at any time of year.

“It’s lightweight, easy to pitch and has plenty of room for the two of us and Beau,” says Silvia from Finance.

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