Head to the mountains with the October issue of OutdoorUAE! Whether you’re a climber or a trekker, we have stories from UAE residents about their experiences on some of the world’s most famous mountain ranges. If you’re starting out, then our round up of the essential gear needed to stay safe and have fun is a must read. If you prefer to stay at sea level (or below!) we have features about New Zealand, diving in Zanzibar and Cyprus, and looking out for polar bears in Svalbard. As always, there’s event and activity reports and previews to inspire you, as well as reviews of Tread Pro recovery devices, the B-twin Rockrider 720s bike, and sandboards from ABOVE.