Bogong News Edition 21

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	Bogong is an Official UTA100 Gear Check Store The UTA100 is the biggest ultra-running event on the calendar. Bogong Equipment is an official gear check store. That means we can go through UTA's Mandatory Gear List with you and check that your items meet the event requirements. If everything's good to go, we'll check you off via UTA's online portal, and you'll get a printed certificate from us. We also stock a variety of trail running gear from Salomon, Ultimate Direction, La Sportiva and more. Learn more >>

	Merv's Info Sessions are Back! We're bringing back our most popular info sessions. Learn how to care for and repair tents, sleeping bags and rainwear. Join a field trip where you'll be taught to navigate the old-fashioned way (with a map and compass). Plus, learn about pack and boot fitting, for a more comfortable bushwalk. Full details at this link >>

	Gear Guide: Grivel North Machine Carbon Ice Axe In this original video shot in-store, Bogong staffer Scott explains the features of this technical ice tool from the innovative mountaineering equipment brand Grivel. Watch the video >>

Lightest Sleeping Bag in the World Mont Zero UL Sleeping Bag It really does pack down to the size of a one-litre drink bottle! This ultralight, full-sized sleeping bag weighs just 300 grams. Filled with 800+ loft duck down, it has a shell and inner fabric that is just 7-denier Ripstop Nylon. Super thin! Get it for travel, cycle touring or a sleeping bag extender. Minimum comfort temperature: 7 degrees. Take a look >>

New in! Women's Climbing Shoe La Sportiva Tarantulace Women's Climbing Shoe A women's version of La Sportiva's popular Tarantulace climbing shoe. This comfort shoe has a last that doesn't crush your toes. Yet, the aggressive heel promotes a snug fit, which helps with edging performance. Constructed of leather and soled with La Sportiva's durable FriXion rubber, this is an excellent quality all-round comfort shoe at a great price point. Learn more >>

New Style Trail Shoe Salomon S-Lab Sense Ultra 2017 This completely new design from Salomon S-Lab is a trail shoe built for larger runners, or people seeking a shoe with more stability, cushioning and protection. It's beefier than the regular Salomon S-Lab Sense shoe, with special features like a more generous fit and a longer chassis. Yet, it retains the Sense shoe's racing feel. Learn more >>

Roomy Tent for Three Wilderness Equipment Space 3 Tent Now in stock! This generous three-person tent is roomy, with a high ceiling that makes it incredibly livable. At 2.77kg, it's pretty light considering its size. We've got one pitched in our showroom right now. Come in and take a look. More info here >>

Review: Mont Backcountry Hiking Pack

Bogong staffer Dave Blundy test drives the new Mont Backcountry 80-litre hiking pack on a nine-day walk on Tasmania's South Coast Track. See what he had to say.

Read the review >>

Types of Rock Climbing Shoes Velcro or lace? Leather or synthetic? Having a hard time deciding on what type of rock climbing shoe you need? Here's an explainer. Read the article >>
Which Rock Climbing Helmet? Unsure on which climbing helmet is best for you? Here we run through the types of climbing helmets we have. Also, how to find a good fit. Read the article >>