About

Heatwave is an independent outdoor lifestyle store run by us, Alice & Fionn, based in the small town of Wānaka, New Zealand Aotearoa. Located in the Southern Alps, Wānaka offers access to some of the world’s most beautiful trails, stunning mountains, pristine lakes, and year-round outdoor activities.
We've handpicked some of our favourite brands from around the globe, focusing on sustainable manufacturing, best in class quality, durability and functionality whilst keeping a keen eye for design. Every product at Heatwave has been carefully selected to enhance your time outside. We believe in the ethos of  buy well, buy less and use more. All of our brands utilise sustainable, recycled, and organic materials whenever possible.
Our shop is open on weekends down an alleyway in Wānaka’s Town Centre, attached to the cafe Alleyway Emporium. You can catch us there on Saturdays and Sundays from 10AM-5PM, or find us online 24/7. 
Pop in for a yarn anytime!
Alice & Fionn

1% OF ALL SALES GOES TOWARD NATIVE PLANTING

ALL HEATWAVES DWR PRODUCTS ARE 100% PFA FREE

Our Values

People

We are committed to our community and give back by putting on grass roots events in order to provide gateways for everyone to become involved in outdoors activities.

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We pride ourselves on creating environments where everyone feels welcome.

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We endeavour to stock as close to 50/50 men's and women's kit as possible.

Planet

Nothing is perfect and we don't pretend to be, but we strive to provide product that is durable, ethical and utilises Earth conscious materials.

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We support companies who are dedicated to forward thinking and innovation. We have chosen our brands and products for some of but not limited to the following reasons: high durability, using organic or recycled materials, PFC free, supporting initiatives such as 1% for the planet and Tree Nation. 

Future

We are always ready for change and value adaptability.

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We promise to do what we believe is in the best interest of people and planet alike.