Gear Review Te Araroa ZPacks

Review – Rain Jacket – ZPacks Challenger (review Feb 15, updated Dec 17)

Wet Weather Jacket – Zpacks Cubin Fibre Challenger Jacket                  Hood was always work over a cap.            Sleeves up was how I wore this most of the time Rating: 8/10 Good: Light, comfortable, good ventilation Bad: Zip Leaked slightly Description: Constructed from 1.62 oz/sqyd Waterproof Breathable Cuben FiberContinue Reading “Review – Rain Jacket – ZPacks Challenger (review Feb 15, updated Dec 17)”

Gear Review Te Araroa

Review – Shoes – Solomon XA Pro 3D Trail (review Feb 15)

Shoes – Solomon XA Pro 3D Trail Running Shoes Rating: 5/10 Good: Comfortable Bad: Innersoles lasted 3 days, 200 km holes appeared, 400 km upper completely ripped Comments: I purchased these shoes in Auckland as they are more cushioned and I thought they would be more comfortable for the road walking. They were comfortable and the very first dayContinue Reading “Review – Shoes – Solomon XA Pro 3D Trail (review Feb 15)”

Gear Review Te Araroa

Review – Groundsheet – Window Insulation Film (review Feb 15, updated Dec 17)

Groundsheet – Window Insulation Film Rating: 10/10 Good: Light, strong, waterproof Bad: nil Weight: 31 g Description: Window Insulation Film which is a clear lightweight plastic (Polycro) that is really tough and puncture resistant. Sold in New Zealand in all Hardware stores for $25-30. The length was perfect for my tent and I cut to fit the tent floor +Continue Reading “Review – Groundsheet – Window Insulation Film (review Feb 15, updated Dec 17)”

Gear Review Te Araroa

Review – Camera – Panasonic Lumix TS5 Waterproof and Shockproof (Review feb 15, updated Dec 17)

Camera – Panasonic Lumix TS5 Waterproof and Shockproof Rating: 9/10 Weight: – 214 g Good: Tough, easy to use, good battery life, great photos, wifi to transfer photos or use mobile phone as remote. Bad: Heavier than other cameras Description: 16.1 MP, waterproof to 13 meters, shockproof to 2 meters Comments: I have had this camera for a year and itContinue Reading “Review – Camera – Panasonic Lumix TS5 Waterproof and Shockproof (Review feb 15, updated Dec 17)”