The pandemic has forced us to shut our doors from the outside world. Stay-at-home mandates were imposed, leading to a renewed perception of nature. What was once an ordinary park or mountain range became a craving for many. Or a need perhaps. That is why it was not surprising to see people flocking to the great outdoors once restrictions were lifted.
In a blink, outdoor activities skyrocketed and many started initiating different recreation experiences such as hiking, mountain climbing, road running, trail running, biking, moto-camping, glamping, freediving, and the likes. Along with these, sales and demand for gear and apparel soared.
While major outdoor retailers like The North Face, R.O.X., Habagat Outdoor Equipment, Chris Sports, Decathlon, and Merrell have kept its consumer trust up, more and more Filipino outdoor shops are finding its way in the local competitive scene. Here in Cebu, we have PACgear, Southpeaks Climbinglife, Backwoods Outdoor Gear Shop, Kakkoii Outdoor Shop, Organik Outdoor Shop, and Brown Trekker Adventure and Outdoor Gear.
In this post, I'd like to share with you my visit to Brown Trekker Adventure and Outdoor Gear last weekend.
A go-to shop for your first campout
With another climb just around the corner, James and I decided to accompany 
As you already know, I have been taking my officemates to our weekend hikes and these pretty ladies were two of the most consistent. YAY! From hiking the highlands of Cebu to spending a night by the lake, these newbies have fallen in love with nature. So why not take it up a notch and have them experience their first major climb?
Luckily, one of our outdoor friends Enzo of Enzowa, was gathering hikers for a major climb this coming October. James and I signed up and we invited Danah and Kim to join the fun. To prepare for the upcoming event, we headed to Colon to canvass the necessary outdoor equipments.
Outdoor experience made cheaper
Located on the floor of Elizabeth Mall, Brown Trekker offers locally-made outdoor equipment at a Pinoy-friendly price. Under the brand, they offer a wide selection of backpacks, daypacks, waist packs, camping tents, sleeping bags, trekking pants and shorts, and drifit shirts for Cebuano adventurists to choose from. As you can see, they have a penchant for using bright colored fabric on their bags and tents, which sets it apart from mainstream brands.
Aside from their main products, Brown Trekker also offers a curated collection of generic outdoor accessories such as whistles, compass,headlamps, hammocks, pegs, camping chairs and tables, camping stoves, cook sets, collapsible cups and bowls, light weight utensils for camping (spoon / fork / knives), and many more.
Although their products may not be as high quality as Patagonia, Sea to Summit, or The North Face, Brown Trekker has proven themselves worthy. From newbies to good 'ol mountaineers, they have earned the trust in terms of functionality and, more importantly, affordability. Here are some photos from our different climbs featuring Brown Trekker's bestsellers.
[From L to R: John's Walker tent at Bocaue Peak and James' Haybol tent at Sirao Peak]
[From L to R: Shiela (Mt. Aminduen) and Jovy (Mt. Kalatungan) in their Brown Trekker backpacks, 
Overall, Brown Trekker is a recommended shop for those who want to get into hiking and mountaineering without paying a hefty price. Check it out! 😁
Maria is a hopeless romantic who travels in pages and places. She is an INFP who loves sunrises and moonlight nights and reading books in between. On weekdays, she works for a self-publishing company as a copywriter. On weekends, she lives for life as a poet or hiker. She hopes to share her love for words and the world with you here on HIVE.
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