Welcome to Southern Approach

Bringing the world’s best toys to the world’s best playground.

We source the best adventure and outdoor equipment from around the world, and bring it to you with all the advice and know-how necessary to assist you in making your next adventure equipment purchase.

Southern Approach is an outdoor wholesaler and distributor in New Zealand, offering quality products within the outdoor market. We source the world’s best brands and deliver quality gear. Whether it’s climbing, skiing, tramping or camping, we’ve got it.

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Latest News

  • Melissa Newell’s 2019 EWS Season

    MTB can be a brutal sport, as Melissa witnessed and experienced for herself this year.

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  • Christmas Gear Guide

    Good gear makes a great gift. Check out our suggestions for Christmas.

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  • Gear Review: Osprey Duro 6

    Dougal Allan, Osprey Brand Ambassador and 2019 Coast to Coast Champion, rates this as the best lightweight run pack he has used.

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