Articles written by me

I enjoy writing and write for a number of websites/organisations. See below for an overview of my articles that have been published elsewhere.

If you are interested in working with me and receiving customised articles/blogs/website content, I would love to hear from you. Please contact me at rockupnz@gmail.com.

We Are Explorers – adventures

  • Ōkārito is an unknown New Zealand playground – link
  • Tackle Mt Arthur, whatever your skill level! – link
  • A 28-hour hut hike on the Mt McIntosh Track – link
  • North Stradbroke Island is the ultimate Brisbane bikepacking trip – link
  • A road trip across New Zealand’s South Island – link
  • Hike (or take a water taxi) to Lane Cove Hut, Whangaroa – link
  • Taking on New Zealand’s Te Whara Track – link
  • Bikepacking Auckland’s Hunua Ranges – link
  • Alps to Ocean Cycle Trail – link
  • Bikepacking in Central Otago – link

We Are Explorers – gear reviews

  • Which Dometic tent suits your adventure best – link
  • Reviewing my handmade hiking pack – link
  • Six reasons to wear gaiters – link
  • Complete guide to buying hiking poles – link

Wilderlife

  • Seven valuable lessons I learned during my first bikepacking trip – link
  • Top Hut winter trip – link

Wilderness Magazine

  • Awapoto Hut via Porter Rock, Abel Tasman National Park – link

Nakie Journals

  • How to pack a hiking pack – link

NZ Entertainment Podcast

  • New friends and excellent show, The National Review – link
  • This one is not Tto be missed, CW Stoneking Review – link
  • Belgian beer and Bulgarian girls, Thomas Oliver Review – link