About Crown Outdoors

Pioneering Australian Outdoor Adventure Since 2012

Our Story

Crown Outdoors began in 2012 when three passionate adventurers met during a challenging expedition through Tasmania's wilderness. Sarah Mitchell, James Chen, and Emma Thompson shared a common frustration with available outdoor equipment that failed to meet the demanding standards of Australian conditions. After their tents collapsed in unexpected storm conditions and their backpacks proved inadequate for extended treks, they made a decisive choice to create something better.

What started as a small warehouse in Sydney has grown into Australia's trusted source for premium outdoor camping and trekking equipment. Our founders spent the first two years personally testing hundreds of products across diverse Australian landscapes, from the scorching outback to alpine snowfields and tropical rainforests. They established rigorous quality standards that every product must meet before earning the Crown Outdoors seal of approval.

Today, Crown Outdoors represents more than a store. We are a community of outdoor enthusiasts dedicated to equipping both beginner explorers and advanced adventurers with reliable, weather-resistant gear. Our commitment to quality has never wavered, and our expertise continues to grow through direct engagement with Australia's most challenging environments.

Crown Outdoors founding team on expedition

Ready for the Wild

Our mission drives everything we do at Crown Outdoors. We exist to empower adventurers with premium equipment that transforms outdoor experiences from challenging to extraordinary.

Quality First

We select only the most durable, weather-resistant camping equipment and trekking gear. Every tent, backpack, and survival tool undergoes rigorous field testing in genuine Australian conditions before we offer it to our customers. Premium quality is not negotiable.

Expert Knowledge

Our team consists of experienced outdoor specialists who personally use the equipment we recommend. We provide honest guidance based on real expedition experiences, helping you select gear perfectly suited to your specific adventure requirements and skill level.

Australian Focus

We specialize in equipment designed for Australia's unique and diverse environments. From coastal humidity to outback heat and alpine cold, we understand the specific challenges Australian adventurers face and ensure our gear performs flawlessly.

Sustainable Practice

We promote responsible outdoor exploration and offer environmentally conscious equipment options. Our commitment extends beyond selling gear to preserving the natural environments that make Australian wilderness adventures so remarkable.

Meet Our Expert Team

Crown Outdoors is built on expertise, passion, and genuine love for Australian wilderness. Our team brings decades of combined outdoor experience to help you prepare for successful expeditions.

Sarah Mitchell

Co-Founder & Outback Expedition Specialist

Sarah brings over eighteen years of outback exploration experience to Crown Outdoors. Her expertise in arid climate camping and long-distance desert trekking has shaped our selection of weather-resistant equipment and survival tools. Sarah personally tests every piece of outback gear we offer, ensuring it meets the extreme demands of Australia's harshest environments. Her passion for remote wilderness has led to successful expeditions across the Simpson Desert, Flinders Ranges, and Kimberley regions.

James Chen

Co-Founder & Alpine Gear Expert

James specializes in high-altitude trekking and cold-weather expedition equipment. With extensive experience in the Australian Alps and international mountain ranges, he understands the critical importance of reliable gear in extreme conditions. James leads our alpine equipment selection process and provides expert consultation for adventurers planning challenging mountain expeditions. His technical knowledge ensures customers receive appropriate gear for elevation changes, temperature variations, and unpredictable alpine weather patterns.

Emma Thompson

Co-Founder & Coastal Trekking Advisor

Emma's expertise lies in coastal camping and beach trekking equipment. She understands the unique challenges of marine environments, including salt corrosion, humidity, and sand exposure. Emma curates our selection of coastal camping gear, focusing on materials that resist saltwater damage while maintaining comfort and functionality. Her extensive experience along Australia's coastline, from the Great Ocean Road to Cape York, ensures our coastal equipment recommendations are perfectly suited to seaside adventures.

Michael Roberts

Survival Equipment Consultant

Michael joined Crown Outdoors in 2015, bringing specialized knowledge in wilderness survival and emergency preparedness. His background includes extensive training in bushcraft, navigation, and remote area rescue operations. Michael oversees our survival tools and safety equipment selection, ensuring we offer comprehensive solutions for adventurers venturing into isolated Australian wilderness areas. His expertise helps customers prepare for unexpected situations and build confidence for remote expeditions.

Gear for Every Expedition

Over twelve years of dedication to outdoor excellence has established Crown Outdoors as Australia's trusted expedition equipment partner. Our achievements reflect our commitment to quality and customer success.

12+

Years of Excellence

Over a decade providing premium outdoor camping and trekking equipment to Australian adventurers. Our experience spans diverse terrains and countless successful expeditions.

5000+

Equipped Adventurers

Thousands of beginner explorers and advanced adventurers have trusted Crown Outdoors to prepare them for Australian wilderness challenges with reliable, weather-resistant gear.

500+

Premium Products

Extensive selection of carefully tested camping equipment, hiking essentials, backpacks, tents, trail accessories, and survival tools suitable for all-terrain readiness.

98%

Satisfaction Rate

Nearly all customers report complete satisfaction with equipment performance and expert guidance, demonstrating our commitment to quality and reliable expedition support.

What Our Adventurers Say

Real experiences from outdoor enthusiasts who trust Crown Outdoors for their expedition equipment needs across Australia's diverse landscapes.

"Crown Outdoors transformed my approach to wilderness camping. As a beginner explorer, I was overwhelmed by equipment choices until Sarah guided me through selecting the perfect weather-resistant tent and comfortable backpack for my first multi-day trek along the Larapinta Trail. The gear performed flawlessly through unexpected weather conditions, and I felt completely prepared thanks to their expert recommendations."

Rebecca Harrison

Weekend Trekker, Melbourne

"After fifteen years leading expeditions across Australia, I have worked with many outdoor equipment suppliers. Crown Outdoors stands apart through genuine expertise and premium quality gear. James helped me upgrade our alpine equipment with all-terrain solutions that proved essential during challenging conditions in Kosciuszko National Park. Their understanding of Australian environments is unmatched, and their survival tools selection has enhanced our expedition safety protocols significantly."

Daniel Kowalski

Expedition Leader, Brisbane

"My photography work requires extended periods in remote coastal locations, and equipment reliability is absolutely critical. Emma's expertise in coastal trekking gear led me to weather-resistant solutions that protect my camping equipment from salt exposure and humidity. The backpack recommendations perfectly balance comfort with storage capacity for my camera gear during long beach walks. Crown Outdoors understands the specific needs of coastal adventurers better than anyone else I have encountered."

Priya Sharma

Nature Photographer, Perth

Our Adventures

Explore moments from our field testing expeditions and customer adventures across Australia's stunning wilderness landscapes.

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