How To Choose Your Outdoor Backpack & Outerwear
Alright, tropical trailblazers! Let's gear up for your favourite outdoor adventures with the perfect outerwear & a perfect backpack companion for those thrilling outdoor escapades. Grab your trail mix and let's dive in!. Prepare to battle humidity, surprise showers, and jungle jitters with style!
How To Choose Your Backpacks
- Think Goldilocks: not too big, not too small, just right!
- Day hike? Go for 20-30 liters
- Recommended bag: Karrimor 20L Rucksack
- Weekend warrior? Aim for 30-50 liters
- Recommended bag: Karrimor Airspace 35 plus 5 Rucksack
- Extended expedition? Consider 50-70 liters
- Recommended bag: Karrimor Bobcat 65L Rucksack
- Look for adjustable torso length and hip belts
- Try it on and dance around the store (it's for science, really!)
- Water-resistant fabric is your friend
- Rain cover = superhero cape for your backpack
- Sealed or taped seams keep your gear dry and happy
- Recommended bag: Karrimor Bobcat 65L Rucksack
- More pockets = more places to store things
- External pockets for quick-grab items like snacks and maps
- Internal compartments to organise your gear like a pro
- Recommended bag: Karrimor Panther 65 Rucksack
- Padded shoulder straps (because nobody likes shoulder bacon)
- Ventilated back panel (say goodbye to sweaty back syndrome)
- Cushioned hip belt (your hips will thank you later)
- Look for a hydration sleeve or compatibility
- Stay refreshed without stopping to fumble for water bottles
- Bonus: you'll feel like a camel, but cooler
- Recommended bag: Gelert Shadow 60 Litre Rucksack
- Bright colours: Easier to spot (in case you misplace your pack or yourself)
- Earth tones: Blend in with nature (and hide dirt like a champ)
How To Choose Your Outdoor Outerwear
- Inner layer: moisture-wicking (because sweat is so last season)
- Men’s recommended apparel: Hi Tec Performance Mens T Shirt
- Women’s recommended apparel: Hi Tec Performance Womens T Shirt
- Outer layer: weather protection (your armour against Mother Nature's mood swings)
- Men’s recommended apparel: Hi Tec Neti II Jkt
- Women’s recommended apparel: Hi Tec L Temuco Jkt
- Cotton is rotten! (It holds moisture like a sponge)
- Synthetic fabrics: quick-drying and lightweight (perfect for impromptu waterfall showers)
- Men’s recommended apparel: Karrimor Tech T Shirt
- Women’s recommended apparel: Karrimor Tech Tee
- Raincoat: sleeker, more fitted (for those Instagram-worthy summit shots)
- Poncho: ventilated and roomy (doubles as an emergency picnic blanket)
- Either way, make sure it's breathable (unless you want to cosplay as a steamed dumpling)
- Men’s recommended apparel: Gelert Waterproof Jacket
- Women’s recommended apparel: Gelert Horizon Waterproof Jacket
- Wide-brimmed hat: part sun shield, part personal umbrella
- Sunglasses: protect your eyes and look cool simultaneously
- Light, quick-drying fabrics (for crossing streams like a boss)
- Consider zip-off legs (instant air conditioning for your calves)
- Men's recommended apparel: Karrimor Rock Trousers
- Women's recommended apparel: Karrimor Trousers Ladies
- Moisture-wicking socks (happy feet = happy hiker)
- Consider lightweight hiking socks (cushioned, but not sauna-inducing)
- Men’s recommended apparel: Karrimor Merino Fibre Lightweight Walking Socks Mens
- Women’s recommended apparel: Karrimor Merino Fibre Lightweight Walking Socks Ladies
- Light gloves for scrambling or cool mornings (or holding hot cups of teh tarik)
- Recommended apparel: Karrimor Thermal Gloves
- Earth tones: blend with nature (and hide dirt like a pro)
- Bright colors: easy to spot (in case you need rescuing from an overly friendly orangutan)