After a couple of winters in Japan, I had a big problem. I couldn’t go back… Well, not easily anyway. I’d spent seasons bouncing between Falls Creek and Japan. First Niseko and then Hakuba, squeezing as much winter as I possibly could out of every year. By this point, skiing had well and truly got its hooks into me… Hakuba had been epic. I was working in rentals, skiing every opportunity I got, and essentially doing what every twenty-something ski bum was trying to do – hustle just enough income without letting work get in the way of skiing. A few […]

Kate Dzienis reviews the JOURNEY FORTIX Power Bank, a slim semi-solid-state charger designed for travel, trails and keeping devices powered on the move.

Sea Otter's back for round two

All 3530km of it!

Billabong Retreat offers a different kind of escape for athletes, adventurers and high performers who are used to pushing harder. Among the gum trees outside Sydney, yoga, nourishing food, deep sleep and quiet moments make rest feel like an essential part of performance.

Wild #201 has a strong environmental focus, alongside plenty of adventure—from the Nullarbor and Tasmania’s Tyndalls to Corsica, Nepal, Patagonia and beyond.

Sea Otter's back for round two

All 3530km of it!

Wild #201 has a strong environmental focus, alongside plenty of adventure—from the Nullarbor and Tasmania’s Tyndalls to Corsica, Nepal, Patagonia and beyond.

From monster climbs to hour six of a long run, the right song can hit at exactly the right time. We look at what Aussies are running to—and what makes the trail playlist.

The Women’s Adventure Film Tour returns in 2026 to celebrate its 10th anniversary with a new collection of inspiring films showcasing women in adventure. Screening across Australia and New Zealand, the tour highlights stories of courage, resilience, connection, and personal growth from around the world.

RunNation Film Festival returns for its 12th year in 2026, bringing a curated collection of running films to more than 30 locations across Australia and New Zealand. From elite athletes to everyday runners, the festival celebrates the stories, communities, and connections that make running meaningful.