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Helinox Passport TL Series walking poles are fixed length, ultra-lightweight, ultra-compact, strong and reliable. The TL Series poles are suited for general day walking carrying a light pack. Through the use of DAC TH72M alloy and clever design, the Helinox TL Series is a big step forward in walking pole technology. These poles achieve entirely new levels of lightweight strength, compactness, operating simplicity and economy - making walking poles considerably more user-friendly than ever...

A highly versatile, fully adjustable four-season pole built with premium materials, the women’s specific Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Trekking Pole handles alpine backpacking routes, mid-winter expeditions and far-flung treks with ease.Three 100% carbon fibre shafts offer quick and secure length changes thanks to redesigned FlickLock Pro adjustability—which now features a more streamlined, aluminium design that’s lighter and easier to use. The comfortable wicking cork grip has now been...

A highly versatile, fully adjustable four-season pole built with premium materials, the Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Trekking Pole handles alpine backpacking routes, mid-winter expeditions and far-flung treks with ease.  Three 100% carbon fibre shafts offer quick and secure length changes thanks to redesigned FlickLock Pro adjustability—which now features a more streamlined, aluminium design that’s lighter and easier to use.  The comfortable wicking cork grip has now been updated with...

From casual weekend jaunts to extended backpacking trips in the mountains, the Black Diamond Trail trekking pole expertly balances comfort, features and durability.  The updated, softer-foam grip adds comfort when tackling steep terrain. Dual FlickLocks offer complete adjustability to suit the terrain, while our interchangeable carbide Tech Tips are easily swapped for the rubber Tech Tips (sold separately) to accommodate changing trail surfaces. Features: Updated soft-foam grip Double...

From casual weekend jaunts to extended backpacking trips in the mountains, the Black Diamond Trail trekking pole expertly balances comfort, features and durability. The updated, softer-foam grip adds comfort when tackling steep terrain. Dual FlickLocks offer complete adjustability to suit the terrain, while our interchangeable carbide Tech Tips are easily swapped for the rubber Tech Tips (sold separately) to accommodate changing trail surfaces.Features: Updated soft-foam grip Double...

With a huge range of adjustment with a women’s specific, durable design, the women’s Trail Pro is a reliable, high-performance pole for everything from day hikes in the Adirondacks to multi-day treks in Nepal. The pole’s redesigned FlickLock Pro adjustability is now lighter, stronger, and easier to use, while featuring a more durable, aluminium construction, making for fast, secure and easy adjustments to suit the terrain. This adjustability is combined with our new SmashLock quick...

With a huge range of adjustment with a well-balanced, durable design, the Trail Pro is a reliable, high-performance pole for everything from day hikes in the Adirondacks to multi-day treks in Nepal. The pole’s redesigned FlickLock Pro adjustability is now lighter, stronger, and easier to use, while featuring a forged aluminium construction, making for fast, secure and easy adjustments to suit the terrain.  This adjustability is combined with our new SmashLock quick release technology,...

For added bite on hard or slippery surfaces, the Black Diamond Carbide Tech-Tips provide durable and secure performance. Sold in pairs.  Works as replacement tip for Black Diamond's Spring 2012 and later only trekking poles and all model Z-poles.  *Does not work with First Strike, Trail Explorer, Trail Sport, Trail Back or Syncline poles.

Ideal for hard surfaces or rocky trails, the quiet, non-marking Black Diamond Rubber Tech Tips avoid rock and trail scarring, and offer excellent grip and durability. Sold in pairs. Works as replacement tip for Black Diamond's Spring 2012 and later only trekking poles and all model Z-poles.  *Does not work with First Strike, Trail Explorer, Trail Sport or Trail Back or Syncline poles. ...

Explore the exciting world of spirits with Lonely Planet. Featuring the best distilleries and bars in over 30 countries, we’ll tell you where to go and what to taste – from gin, bourbon and whisky to vodka, cachaca, tequila and more. Includes unmissable regional drinks from South Africa, Canada, the USA, Mexico, Japan, Indonesia, France, Italy, the UK, Australia and New Zealand. Within each of the 33 countries in Lonely Planet’s Global Distillery Tour, we’ve organised the distilleries...

“Hey, what would you like today?” Lonely Planet has taken to the streets to bring you 80 fast, fresh and mouthwatering recipes from the most exciting chefs on four wheels. From sea bass ceviche and Lebanese msakhan to old-fashioned American peach cake, discover how to cook some of the world’s most crowd-pleasing dishes, meet the chefs and hear the stories behind their passion projects. Run by passionate foodies, food trucks have nailed the delicate balance of merging the methods and flavours...

Experience 60 of the world’s greatest and most unforgettable train journeys, from classic long-distance trips like Western Canada’s Rocky Mountaineer and Darwin to Adelaide’s The Ghan, to little-known gems on regular commuting lines.We’ve always had a soft spot for trains. We know the moment a train pulls out of a station bound for somewhere fantastic is when the adventure truly starts. Amazing Train Journeys is the culmination of asking more than 200 travel writers for their absolute...

Our redesigned Black Diamond Trekking Pole Rubber Tip Protector adds grip and reduces noise and terrain scarring while on the trail. Sold in a Pair. For added grip, noise reduction and surface scarring reduction on rock, hard-packed dirt and urban surfacesWorks on all BD poles except the First Strike, Distance Series Z-Poles, aluminium ski poles, and Helio Fixed Length Carbon ski poles.

Wine Trails - United States and Canada is perfect for travel enthusiasts with a passion for wine. It includes detailed itineraries recommending the most interesting wineries and the best places to stay and where to eat in 40 wine regions near major cities.Winemakers offer personal insights into what wines to taste and why they’re special, and help you understand a place, its people and their traditions through the wine that’s made there. Entries are accompanied by gorgeous photos, maps and...

Following the success of Wine Trails, we now bring you 40 perfect weekends in Australia and New Zealand wine country, introducing vineyards in regions including the Clare Valley, Margaret River, Hawkes Bay, Tamar Valley and Marlborough, as well as celebrating secret gems off the beaten path.Wine Trails - Australia & New Zealand is perfect for travel enthusiasts with a passion for wine. It includes detailed itineraries recommending the most interesting wineries and the best places to stay and...

Packed with over 150 amazing coffee experiences in 37 countries, from its birthplace in East Africa, to modern-day Cuba, the United States, Australia and the UK, this follow-up to our hugely popular Global Beer Tour features legendary espresso bars, plantation tours, urban roasteries and must-visit cafes. Inside this definitive guide to coffee tasting around the world, you'll discover exactly where to go and what to try, plus illustrated spreads on roasting coffee, cocktails, brewing...

Hearty and healthy, bowl food is very hip right now. We've selected 100 of the most authentic and delicious dishes from around the world and tell you how to make them. From Vietnamese pho and New England chowder to Persian salads and Welsh broth, these are the meals that speak the international language of comfort.The follow-up to The World's Best Spicy Food and The World's Best Superfoods, The World's Best Bowl Food is packed with one-pot wonders that will set you up for the day, warm the...

Whether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Pacific Coast Highway's Road Trips. Featuring four amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way, you can journey through verdant redwood parks or follow bewitching ribbons of coastal highway, all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet's Pacific Coast Highway's Road...

Whether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Route 66's Road Trips. Featuring three amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way, you can search for roadside attractions or dillydally your way through the desert, all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road! Inside Lonely Planet's Route 66's Road Trips: Lavish color and gorgeous...

Lonely Planet presents France's most authentic dishes, direct from the kitchens where they were perfected.From street-food vendors to Michelin-starred chefs, France's best local cooks share their passion for food and their region's classic recipes - from impossibly light cheese souffles and rustic coq au vin to delectable macarons. Recipes include: Escargots Boeuf bourgignon Moules marinières Mousse de chevre frais Chicken stuffed with fois gras Cassoulet Tarte tatin Gougères Nougat de tours...

The Distance Carbon Z is our lightest Z-Pole engineered for those who travel fast. With 100% carbon construction, the Distance Carbon Z features a three-section foldable design that allows for fast-response deployment. Black Diamond have slimmed down the diameter of the poles, shaving weight and bulk without sacrificing durability. The lightweight and supportive Distance strap is breathable and moisture wicking, the ultralight EVA grip has just the right amount of comfort and non-scarring...

Don't let the idea of travelling alone stop you from living out your dreams. Packed with tips and advice for before and during your travels, The Solo Travel Handbook gives you the confidence and know-how to explore the world on your own, whether you're planning a once-in-a-lifetime adventure or short city break.Developed with Lonely Planet's expert travel writers, it explains how and why individual travel is such a valuable and rewarding experience.Covered topics include:Confront and overcome...

Unfold the adventure of a lifetime as you sail up the longest river in the world. This sensational fold-out frieze is more than six-feet long and can be removed and displayed. Jump aboard and get ready for an unforgettable journey along the River Nile. From the golden beaches of the Mediterranean we'll travel upstream to explore the cultural, historical and natural wonders of Egypt, both ancient and modern. Find out about ancient Egyptian pharaohs and explore their treasures, tombs and...

Explore the vibrant world of craft beer with Lonely Planet. We've selected some of the finest tap rooms, bars and breweries that thirsty travellers can visit in 30 countries around the world. Discover how to find them, which beers to sample, and learn about local places of interest with our recommended itineraries. Each country is introduced by a beer expert and includes regional beverages that shouldn't be missed. There's a world of great beer to taste - go and discover it! So why go beer...

Get ready for an a-maze-ing mission around the world!Brilliant but absent-minded photographer Geronimo Keats is back from the trip of a lifetime. The only problem is, his possessions... aren't! Time for young explorer Marco to swing into action and find his missing belongings - but he'll need your help!Explore the world in this brilliant book of mazes brought to you by Lonely Planet Kids, an imprint of Lonely Planet, the world's leading travel guide publisher. In Marco's Maze Mission tackle...

Get ready for an a-maze-ing globetrotting adventure!Lady Vivian Winthrop has returned from a round-the-world expedition, and her precious jewels are missing. It's up to young explorer Amelia to retrace her steps and track them down - but she'll need your help!Travel the world in this brilliant book of mazes brought to you by Lonely Planet Kids, an imprint of Lonely Planet, the world's leading travel guide publisher. In Amelia's Maze Adventure complete fiendish mazes and discover incredible...

Measuring your height has never been so much fun! This fun pull-out height chart is more than two metres (6.5 feet) tall, and covered with the tallest, smallest, weirdest and wackiest things to size yourself up to. Are you taller than the world's biggest bunny? Could your baby sister fit inside a giant cucumber? How does Dad match up to the biggest recorded king cobra snake? The chart features illustrations of and facts about awesome animals, freaky food and all sorts of other cool stuff.My...

Can you take on the world? Challenge family and friends to more than 500 tricky and fascinating questions about our amazing world, brought to you by Lonely Planet Kids, an imprint of Lonely Planet, the world's leading travel guide publisher.Full of fun illustrations, and with a super bright neon cover, it'll keep the whole family entertained on the road or at home. The Round the World Quiz Book is packed with questions on topics such as 'Epic Earth' and 'Extreme Places to Animal Magic' and...

Discover the freedom of open roads with Lonely Planet's France's Best Trips, your passport to up-to-date advice on uniquely encountering France by car. Featuring 38 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures, you can get lost among the snowcapped Alps or taste your way around Champagne's hallowed vineyards, all with your trusted travel companion. Get to France, rent a car, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet's France's Best Trips:Lavish colour and gorgeous photography...

Lonely Planets first dedicated honeymoon guide is packed with advice for travel-lovers who want their honeymoon their way: no all-inclusive in sight here. Set your heart racing with real adventures, tailored to what you two love the most whether that's wildlife-spotting on the African savannah, cruising around Havana in one of Cubas legendary vintage American cars or diving with turtles in Bali.Planning tips will help you cover off the basics and bypass the stress, with advice on:- When to go,...

Walking & Cycling Canberra's Centenary Trail, a new book in Woodslanes hugely successful walking guides series, introduces the best day walks and cycles for visitors and residents alike, ranging from leisurely urban strolls to the more rugged tracks deep in the bush. Detailed descriptions and maps help the reader explore the parks, bushland, lakes, rivers and most interesting urban areas along the way. As with previous titles in the series, the book is richly illustrated with over 150...

For everyone who loves travel and trying the local delicacies, this beautifully illustrated hardback is the must-have handbook to a year's worth of perfect weekends around the world for food lovers.Featured trails include the an homage to Buenos Aires steak, cozy wintertime French Canadian cuisine, Puglia's distinctive dishes, and Parisian patisserie. Each trail is an itinerary, detailing when and where to indulge in the local specialties. There are 52 trails, each with gorgeous photography, a...

Lonely Planet presents 60 of Spains most authentic dishes - direct from the kitchens where they were perfected.From family bakers to Michelin-starred chefs, Spains best local cooks share their passion for food and their regions classic recipes from tapas, pastries and cakes to soup, salads, stews, roasts and fresh seafood dishes.Recipes include:Escalivada - chargrilled vegetable saladLubina a la Mallorquina - Mallorcan-style sea breamPaella Valenciana - chicken and rabbit paellaCochinillo -...

You Only Live Once is not just another collection of bucketlist of big-ticket items. Weve all heard about Venice and, yes, it is probably worth going to Italy to see its waterways. Instead, hopefully youll take away something more from this book: a resolve to live life to the fullest, to add a dash of joie de vivre to every day.What all the ideas contained within have in common is that theyre starting points. They will reignite long-forgotten desires to learn an instrument or a language or...

Whether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet Civil War Trail Road Trips. Featuring 4 amazing road trips, plus uptodate advice on the destinations youll visit along the way, you can visit Civil War battlefields where it all took place and immerse yourself in the lively music culture of the South, all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet Civil War Trail Road...

Loos with incredible views, lavish lavatories, outstanding outhouses all are featured in this pictorial guide to the world's most stunning toilets. Whether they're hightech or arty, amusing or amazing, each toilet has a photo and a description of its location. More than 100 restrooms to remember are featured, from Antarctica to Zambia.As any experienced traveller knows, you can tell a whole lot about a place by its bathrooms. Whatever you prefer to call them lavatory, loo, bog, khasi,...

From roasts to rissoles, salads to savouries and dampers to deserts, Australian Bush Cooking will help bring a tempting new twist to your camp cooking whether its on an open fire, on a gas cooker or in your caravan or camper's kitchen. The easy and tempting recipes have all been planned for simplicity as well as good eating, using basic ingredients that are readily available Australia- wide - and all road tested by the authors in the great outdoors. Now in full colour, many of the recipes are...

Travel the world from the comfort of your kitchen!From taco carts and noodle stalls to hawker markets and gelaterias, its on the street that youll find the heart of a cuisine and its culture.From the people who have been delivering trustworthy guidebooks to every destination in the world for 40 years, Lonely Planets Worlds Best Street Food is your passport to the planets freshest, tastiest street-food flavours.Each of the 100 recipes includes easy-to-use instructions, ingredients and...

Lonely Planet Trekking in the Nepal Himalaya is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you.Tour through the hidden backstreet courtyards and temples of Kathmandu, explore the base of the worlds highest mountain and learn everything you need to know to trek through this incredible region; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the Nepal Himalaya and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet Trekking...

From Lonely Planet, the world's leading travel guide publisher, Wine Trails, the first book in Lonely Planet's "Perfect Weekends" series, introduces the secret gems in well-known regions such as Napa and Sonoma, Tuscany, Burgundy and Rioja, and also explores off-the-beaten-path regions in Georgia, Greece and beyond. Detailed itineraries recommending the most interesting wineries and the best places to stay and eat in 52 wine regions near major cities make this perfect for travel...

The Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ is their premium pole for fully adjustable, folding performance. This highly adaptable trekking pole delivers 100% carbon construction, FlickLock® Pro adjustability and a three-section foldable shaft. The lightweight and supportive Distance strap is breathable and moisture wicking, the ultralight EVA grip has just the right amount of comfort and non-scarring rubber Tech Tips round out this piece as the ultimate in lightweight detail-driven pillar of pole...

Stories of life-changing trips from 35 great writers including Dave Eggars, Cheryl Strayed, Tim Cahill, Mary Karr, Richard Ford, Fiona Kidman, Simon Winchester Sloane Crosley, Kerre McIvor, David Baldacci, Pico Iyer, John Berendt, Ann Patchett, Jane Smily, Alexander McCall Smith and Stanlet Stewart.A misunderstanding in Morocco. A Cuban con. A family reunion in Italy. An epiphany in the Czech Republic.Some of the worlds best-loved writers share the travel experiences that made them the people...

365 things to do, and the perfect day to do them. Perhaps you want to know when to pack your picnic for the prettiest Japanese cherry blossom party (26 March, in case youre wondering). Or when best to raft the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon (try 16 September, the day after motorboats are prohibited for the year). Maybe you want to spend your Christmas break with baby warthogs rather than baby Jesus (try Kenya, 27 December), ride a bobsled in summer rather than winter (Austria, 2 July)...

Replacement flex tips for general trekking and hiking, compatible with Black Diamond interchangeable Tech Tips. These tips are also compatible with our interchangeable Rubber Tips. Tip is made from hard-wearing carbide steelRecommended use : Backpacking / Trek/Day Hike Sold in pairs.To remove or install Flex Tips1. To remove, carefully soak the Flex Tip in hot water for two minutes and then pull the tip off. Pliers may be needed. 2. To install, place the Flex Tip onto the pole and pound...

This guide from Hema outlines the best four-wheel driving and camping locations in the picturesque South West Western Australia. Each regional section outlines the area’s 4WD Tracks and a camping directory at the end to provide comprehensive coverage of the regions camping areas. The complete atlas contains Hema’s South West Western Australia map, featuring 24hr fuel, information centres, rest areas and points of interest. The guide features 15 4WD tracks, each with its own detailed inset map...

Escape to the wild with the Escapist range by Sea to Summit. The Escapist line from Sea to Summit is an A-frame shelter system for a solo hiker or a pair of minimalists. Escapist Mesh Inners have no poles and are designed to hang under the Large Escapist Tarp. They can also be pitched without a tarp by using your own trekking poles, guy lines, tent stakes or trees. The Bug Tent is designed to hang under the Large-size Escapist Tarp (sold separately) to protect you from the rain. The separate...

Escape to the wild with the versatile and ultra-lightweight tarp shelter for minimalist adventurers. The Escapist is made from waterproof 15D Sil/PU coated Ultra-Sil Nano fabric (80 holes/cm²).  The eight Hypalon tie-out points will each hold the tip of a trekking pole (not included) and have cord adjuster and reflective guy lines pre-attached. These eight versatile points help the Escapist achieve a wide variety of setup options. The Large Escapist Tarp is 3 x 3m, weighs 440g and can...

The Escapist is made from waterproof 15D Sil/PU coated Ultra-Sil Nano fabric. The eight Hypalon tie-out points will each hold the tip of a trekking pole and have cord adjuster and reflective guy lines pre-attached. These eight versatile points help the Escapist achieve a wide variety of setup options and also attach easily to the Escapist Mesh Inners, sold separately.The Medium Escapist is 2 x 2.6m, weighs 300g and protects two sleepers from the rain when setup close to the ground as a...