Sooji climbing El Capitan mega-classic The Shield C3+ A3

Sooji climbing El Capitan mega-classic The Shield C3+ A3, with the Nose of El Capitan below. Wearing Alpenglow Pro baselayer, Coefficient LT midlayer, and an ultralight windbreaker on top with a belay puffer jacket on top when it got windy
(Owen Lee)

Southern Approach is a Christchurch-based privately owned and operated outdoor wholesaler and distributor. We’ve been sourcing the world’s best brands and delivering quality gear to New Zealand’s outdoor market since 2001.

Whether it’s climbing, skiing, biking, tramping or camping, we’ve got it! Our staff are keen outdoor enthusiasts who love the gear and take any opportunity to use it in our backyard.

Our mission is to “bring the world’s best gear to the world’s best backyard”.

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+64 3 389 9760
0800 335 000

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31 Islington Avenue,
Islington, Christchurch 8042.

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