Australian mountaineer Tim Macartney-Snape, free-skier Anna Segal and Freeride World Tour rookie Michaela Davis-Meehan, are set to explore some of the steepest faces in their backyard inthe film, Western Faces. With New Zealand free-skiers Fraser McDougall and Hank Bilous along for the ride, they’re slogging deep into the Snowy Mountains backcountry to find free-ride terrain that will have their Kiwi counterparts doing a double-take.

The world’s oceans have been the backdrop for some of history’s greatest adventures. And we reckon there’s still plenty of maritime excitement to be had, too. Here’s a selection of our favourite forms of oceanic excitement in Australia’s states and territories.

Finding a new thirst for bikepacking – and leaving the comforts of the city to create your own overnight adventure – might just be one gear change away.

Australia’s largest state is the ultimate outdoor playground. Whether camping in its many national parks, swimming with oceanic giants, or traversing one of Australia’s most famous outback tracks, WA will keep even the most discerning adventurer busy.

Hike a tropical island, dive a natural wonder, ride an epic MTB trail network or paddle a unique marine trail. Queensland is the ultimate Choose Your Own Adventure destination.

With its combo of spectacular coastline and vast outback, South Australia offers any number of epic adventures. Here are four of our favourites.

We power up Norco’s new Sight VLT 29 A2 to see whether this e-MTB delivers on its promise of breadth of capability and two-wheeled fun.

The Canon EF 70-200 f/4 L IS II USM combines light weight with a fast and sharp lens, making it a great option for any aspiring adventure photographer.

For those looking for an easy to use roof-based bike carrier, the versatile Yakima HighSpeed is a worthy option.

Adventure fitness guru Joe Bonington explains how important mental strength is when looking to achieve your impossible dream.

Going camping with the little’uns in tow might seem daunting for some, but with the right attitude, the right gear and the right planning it can be memorable fun for everyone.

I was about six hours into a very long gravel ride, on board a borrowed bike, with an old friend, when it really clicked for me. In twenty years of cycling, I’d never had an experience that blended challenge, banter, adventure and relaxation as perfectly as this ride.