Gear Test Archives

Nemo Equipment Tensor Trail Ultralight sleeping pad: Tested

Very light in weight, and compact when packed down, does the Nemo Tensor Trail Ultralight offer a good night’s sleep in the outdoors? We find out

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Reserve 30SL wheels: Tested

Carbon mountain bike wheels are often considered a luxury, not an essential. The Reserve 30SL wheels aim to prove they are, in fact, absolutely necessary for keen mountain bikers looking to optimise their ride.

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Mont Helium 680 sleeping bag: Tested

Camping in the cold alpine backcountry means your sleeping bag needs to be warm, comfortable and robust. We doss down in the Mont 680 to see if it fits that bill.

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The North Face Terrain Vista 3L Pro Jacket: Tested

The Terrain Vista 3L Pro shows how smart design and attention to detail can result in a reliable outer-shell jacket ideal for wild weather.

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The North Face Gold Kazoo Eco sleeping bag: Tested

Made from 100% recycled materials, spacious and lightweight, The North Face Gold Kazoo Eco promises plenty as a summer sleeping bag. We test its credentials.

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Santa Cruz Tallboy XX SL AXS RSV: Tested

A Santa Cruz Tallboy has just landed in the Aus Geo ADVENTURE gear shed for long-term testing. Here’s our first report from the trails.

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Mountain Designs Stratus Hooded Rain Jacket: Tested

A reliable and durable waterproof outer shell jacket is essential to keep you dry and safe. We test the Mountain Designs Stratus to see if it is up to the job.

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VMG Typhon E-Mountain Bike: Tested

This Aussie-designed e-MTB is a new entry into this fast-growing cycling segment. We’ve spent four months riding it, to see how it stacks up on the trails.