Sherpa Blogs

Walking the 800km Camino de Santiago from France to Spain may be the hardest thing you do in your entire life - but also the greatest. The rugged terrains, mountainous passes, long days and little sleep are all part of this life-changing experience.

Trip notes, what to pack and where to stay along the Overland Track in Tasmania. According to a recent Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service survey, 55 % of hikers rated the Overland Track as “One of the best things they have ever done in their life”.

I grew up loving the outdoors and when I had kids, there was no reason not to enjoy the Australian outdoors with them. Below are 10 things that I guarantee you will need to know before going on a camping trip with kids.

Does the thought of a road trip with kids fill you with about as much excitement as a flat tyre on a highway during rush hour?! Does it conjure up images of bickering, whinging and a relentless chorus of “are we there yet?!”

Many runners consider marathons to be the pinnacle of running, however, ultras have become more popular in recent years, catering for all abilities. To run them successfully requires planning and strategy, especially if you want to enjoy (and survive!)

Sometimes I judge the difficulty of a hike by the kilometres, hours, or ascent. Other times, I look at “nature’s kisses” that I take home as souvenirs from my time in the bush, to conclude whether the hike was challenging or not.

We have a wide range of GPS locators catered to specific needs. Some key considerations are weight and size, battery life, water rating, memory capacity and accuracy. What you need will differ depending on the type and duration of your activity. 

At Sherpa we have a great range of Atka binoculars built for the outdoors. Whether you are an avid bird watcher, checking the surf or spying on your neighbors we've got a pair of binoculars for everyone and every activity.

Things to consider when buying hiking shoes for multi-day and day walks and fast hiking.

Retort packaging and freeze dried technology explained! Read about the benefits, drawbacks and find what option is best for your next Hiking trip.

From pristine beaches to barren plains and jaggered mountain ranges, Australia has so much to offer. A road trip around Australia is one of the best ways to take in the beauty, experience the Aussie culture and relax on our next holiday. Whether you're in

It is important to protect your merino clothing from moths while stored away for long periods of time. Correct storage also prolongs the garments longevity, shape retention and all round quality.

Merino is popular for its natural properties and sustainable impact on the environment. Sherpa merino is also 100% Australian, so by buying our merino you are supporting local aussie farmers. It is also soft on the skin, non-itch and will retain its shape

Sherpa's top tips on how to wash and care for your specialised outdoor gear. The importance of maintaining DWR properties and how to wash your sleeping gear most effectively.

Travelling around in a campervan, car, caravan (or whatever has wheels and fits a bed) gives you the freedom to explore uncharted territories with no curfews and no commitments. Follow your intuition, forget the rules and go off grid.

Baselayer Fabric Comparison - If you’re struggling to decide on Merino vs Polypropylene for your baselayers, take a look at the comparison table below.

Introducing the BUFF® Filter Mask – an ergonomic, lightweight mask with superior breathability. Made from three combined layers the filter offers 98% Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) and excellent breathability.

We are still open and processing orders as usual. We will continue to watch the rapidly changing situation and update our customers as soon as possible if anything is to change. We would like to assure our customers that we are taking every step to...

Layering is an important consideration for ultimate comfort and warmth during your outdoor adventures. It is important to get the right combination to ensure you are warm enough for the coldest conditions but can delayer as the temperature rises.

From a hiking background the team at Sherpa is well experienced in the outdoor field and know exactly what mother nature can put on offer. Getting out of the city and into the wilderness has enormous amounts of health benefits and can greatly improve...