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Hiking across the roof of Hokkaido, Japan
Japan’s mountainous Daisetsuzan Range offers some of the best alpine hiking in the world, as Laura Waters discovers.
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Gift of endurance: Emma Flukes, long-distance cycling powerhouse
From her punishing initiation in the 2018 Race to the Rock, to founding one of Australia’s toughest bikepacking events, Emma Flukes has overcome relentless adversity to become a leading light in the Aussie long-distance cycling scene.
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The best family bike rides in Western Australia
Western Australia is a massive state with plenty to offer your bike-riding family. Here are some of our favourites from out west.
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A long way to the top: Trekking NZ’s Southern Alps
Mattie Gould spends seven days exploring New Zealand’s Southern Alps and rediscovers his love for this alpine wonderland.
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Gone troppo: Hike and bike Townsville and Magnetic Island
Seven days riding, walking and swimming in Queensland’s north is a brilliant way to unwind while exploring this magic region.
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Fast dogs and a frozen land: The Fjällräven Polar Challenge
The Fjällräven Polar Challenge, held north of the Arctic Circle, is aimed at inspiring people to get outdoors. Mark Watson drives a sled-dog team across an ice- and snow-clad landscape for a chilly Challenge experience.
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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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The best family bike rides in Tasmania
The Apple Isle is a brilliant family bike ride destination. Here are five very good reasons why you need to load up your clan’s pushys and head south.
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The best family bike rides in the Northern Territory
Outback sunsets, wildly rugged landscapes, and the chance to cycle around an Aussie icon. Family bike rides in the Northern Territory are unique, and in the best possible way.