Gear

Over the years I've carved a niche for myself as an outdoor 'gear guy'. Every month requires me to be an expert about some new aspect of outdoorsmanship, and I really enjoy the opportunity to write about things that can't talk back for a change!
Gear features
I got into gear by accident, but now it's a major part of my life. Every month we feature something different, so I have to turn myself into a new kind of expert 12 times a year.
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5 Shades of grey
Go Platteland, Winter 2017
Recycling grey water can drastically reduce reliance on the trusty tap. -
10 top tents
Go! September 2016
There are loads of tents on the market, but which one is right for you? -
Now we’re cooking!
Go! August 2016
A round-up of 2016's best braai gadgets. -
Sharp sharp
Go! July 2016
We scoured the country to find some really unique knives, multi-tools and sharpeners. -
Stay warm, stay comfy
Go! June 2016
We round up the best socks and bodywarmers to get you through the winter. -
Planet Selfie
Go! May 2016
What's what in the mystifying world of smartphone accessories. -
Blaze your own trail
The Intrepid Explorer, Issue 13
Trail running kit from top to toe. -
Heads-up
Go! April 2016
Hats, caps, helmets and hoods. If it goes on your head, I wrote about it. -
From South Africa, with love
Go! March 2016
A patriotic mix of South African inventions and handmade local gadgets.