Bogong Newsletter Edition 9

Cycle touring Bali

A cycling odyssey across Java

Bogong staffer David gives an account of his recent cycle trip from Jakarta to Bali, Indonesia.

Back in 2010 I had an epic cycle tour across Vietnam, so when a group of friends started talking about a similar trip to Indonesia I was instantly interested. The plan was to fly in to Jakarta and then somehow make it across Java to Bali, taking in as many volcanoes and back roads as we could. Java is renowned for its volcanoes, so naturally the route was planned to cross as many as possible. It wasn't until we started on our way up to Dieng Plateau that we started to comprehend what this really meant...READ ON




INTERNATIONAL MAPS!

Our extensive map selection covers the most popular walks and destinations in the European Alps, South America, the Himalaya and New Zealand.




NEW MONT SLEEPING BAGS.

EXCITING CHANGES & NEW ADDITIONS ACROSS THE MONT RANGE OF BAGS.

   

 

 

Zodiac 350

Lightweight travel or summer bushwalking down sleeping bag. The Mont Zodiac 350 is affordably priced yet designed with all the features.
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Zodiac 500

One of our most popular bags here at Bogong! Its versatility makes it ideal for travellers and suitable for bushwalkers
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Zodiac 700

The warmest bag in the Zodiac Series. This down sleeping bag is great for both four season travel and bushwalking.
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Nadgee

The Nadgee features a waterproof, ultra breathable shell fabric that keeps your sleeping bag safe from condensation and damp.
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Ossa

The Mont Ossa Hydronaute is a water resistant three to four season bushwalking down sleeping bag designed specifically for women.
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Brindabella

The "Brindy" is a much loved classic 4 season bag.  Now improved, its warmer and lighter than ever before and features DWR treated 785+ loft Duck Down.
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Kiandra

Very warm water resistant, four season bushwalking down sleeping bag. The Kiandra is sure to become another classic.
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Beedleup

Three season bushwalking down sleeping bag. 
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Geehi

Three season bushwalking down sleeping bag
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Aggie

Three season bushwalking down sleeping bag. Women's version of the Geehi.
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STAFF SNIPPETS

As usual there are many things happening amongst our well-travelled staff.

Bogong owner Neil Blundy has just returned from hut to hut walking in the Austrian Alps. Check out his photo gallery, featuring spectacular alpine scenery.

Bogong staffer Merv Trease recently competed in the Australian Rogaining 24 Hour Championships in the Atherton Tablelands, north Queensland with long time rogaining buddy, Vic Sedunary. The boys covered 77km of distance in fairly warmish weather (15-25 degrees) during the 24 hour event.  Despite the challenging conditions they won the Men's Super Veterans Divison and came 9th overall! Merv tested out the new La Sportiva Goretex Wildcats. He says they did an excellent job of preventing spear grass and grass seeds irritating his feet during the race. Check out the Wildcats here. 

Merv planning




22 Designs Axl Binding

22 DESIGNS AXL BINDING

BOGONG STAFFER SANDRA SOCCOL REVIEWS THE AXL BINDING

In short the Axl binding is a BEAST.  With its sturdy, steel construction, it looks a little mean and brutish, but don't let its appearance deceive you. READ ON