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How Trailer Brakes Work: Electric, Hydraulic & Mechanical

How Trailer Brakes Work: Electric, Hydraulic & Mechanical

Picture yourself towing a hefty boat or caravan down a winding South Island descent. As the road narrows and gravity takes over, you instinctively reach for the brake pedal—only to realise that you...
Knife Sharpening Rods: How To Choose The Best Honing Steel

Knife Sharpening Rods: How To Choose The Best Honing Steel

You’re midway through prepping a meal at the campsite or in your home kitchen, and your trusty knife starts dragging instead of slicing. Every extra push not only slows you down but makes slips and...
7 Trailer Safety Chain NZ Requirements & Where To Buy

7 Trailer Safety Chain NZ Requirements & Where To Buy

Every trip with a trailer or boat in tow carries a simple responsibility: keeping your load safely attached to your vehicle. In New Zealand, this goes beyond common sense—it’s a legal requirement, ...
How To Maintain A Boat: Complete NZ Maintenance Checklist

How To Maintain A Boat: Complete NZ Maintenance Checklist

A day on the water should be about adventure, not anxiety over what might go wrong. Yet, too many Kiwi boaties have seen a perfect trip unravel thanks to an overlooked battery, a stubborn bilge pum...
RV Battery Charger: 10 Top Picks For Kiwi Motorhomes

RV Battery Charger: 10 Top Picks For Kiwi Motorhomes

When you’re halfway up the Coromandel or parked off-grid under the southern stars, the last thing you want is a flat battery bringing your adventure to a standstill. For Kiwi motorhome owners, a de...
Outdoor Camping Chairs: 10 Top Picks For NZ Adventures

Outdoor Camping Chairs: 10 Top Picks For NZ Adventures

There’s nothing quite like settling into a comfortable chair at the end of a big day outdoors—whether you’ve been hauling in snapper on the coast, hiking the high country, or watching the kids toas...
Strongest Rope Knots: Top 10 And Step-By-Step Tying Guide

Strongest Rope Knots: Top 10 And Step-By-Step Tying Guide

Whether you’re hauling up a cray pot on the Hauraki Gulf, rigging a tarp on a windswept DOC campsite, or keeping your load secure on the back of a ute, the strength of your knot can make all the di...
Emergency Lighting Solutions: 12 NZ Options to Consider

Emergency Lighting Solutions: 12 NZ Options to Consider

A sudden blackout can transform a familiar space into a maze of hazards. Whether you’re at home with the family, working late in the office, or spending a night under canvas by the lake, reliable e...
10 Best Portable Power Packs For Camping & Travel In NZ

10 Best Portable Power Packs For Camping & Travel In NZ

Pitch your tent beneath a sky brimming with stars, park your campervan on the edge of a windswept bay, or set out for a weekend far from city lights—there’s nothing quite like exploring New Zealand...
Marine First Aid Kit: What To Include & Where To Buy In NZ

Marine First Aid Kit: What To Include & Where To Buy In NZ

Few places test your self-sufficiency quite like New Zealand’s coastline. Whether you’re launching from a busy marina or anchoring in a remote bay, the sea demands respect—and preparation. Even the...
Top 10 Lifting Equipment Suppliers In New Zealand

Top 10 Lifting Equipment Suppliers In New Zealand

Selecting the right partner for lifting equipment isn’t just about ticking off a safety checklist—it’s about protecting people, property and productivity. In New Zealand, with its strict regulatory...
Types Of Fishing Lures: 10 Baits & When To Use Them

Types Of Fishing Lures: 10 Baits & When To Use Them

Selecting the right lure can make all the difference between a memorable day on the water and returning home empty-handed. With New Zealand’s rivers, lakes, and coastal waters supporting a remarkab...

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