1. Notices

    Things you really need to know

    1. Rules & Guidelines

      T&C's and forum guidelines
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      Latest: Forum Guidelines Shewie, Jun 16, 2014
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    2. Announcements

      Messages to concern everyone, updates etc
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      Latest: Would you like to support Trek-Lite? Charles42, Nov 8, 2019
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    3. Bugs & Feedback

      If it's broke tell us, something you don't like, tell us
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      Latest: Captcha Charlie83, Jan 11, 2020
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  2. The Bothy

    Come in out of the rain

    1. Intros & Welcomes

      Introduce yourself here
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      Latest: Come and say Hello Svinetun, Dec 14, 2019
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    2. Media Links

      Backpacking books, articles, videos etc
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      Latest: Pocasts - Trail listening recomendations Lempo, Jan 20, 2020 at 1:23 PM
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    3. Blog Roll

      Any blogs you follow & want to share
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      Latest: Pacific Crest Trail maddogs, Jul 4, 2019
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  3. Gear

    If it's light let's discuss it

    1. Gear Chat

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      Latest: What have you bought? tja, Jan 23, 2020 at 1:10 AM
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    2. Packs & Accessories

      Rucksacks, packing & storage
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      Latest: Pack News - a thread for new pack talk Lempo, Jan 22, 2020 at 9:18 PM
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    3. Shelters & Accessories

      Tarps, tents, bivvies etc
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      Latest: The Best Winter Tent Set Up dbharris92, Jan 22, 2020 at 7:15 PM
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    4. Sleeping Bags & Quilts

      Bags & quilts, pillows, liners etc
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      Latest: Cumulus Liteline Sleeping Bag Lamont-Cranston, Jan 21, 2020 at 10:52 PM
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    5. Sleep Mats

      Mats, pads, balloon beds, ccf etc
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      Latest: S2S Etherlight XT Insulated women Daniel, Jan 13, 2020
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    6. Kitchen

      Stoves, pots, fuel and food, recipes etc
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      Latest: Primus omnilite ti Teepee, Jan 14, 2020
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    7. Hydration, Hygiene & Health

      Filters, storage, wash kits & first aid
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      Latest: Ticks and Lyme Disease MartinK9, Jan 18, 2020 at 2:13 PM
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    8. Clothing & Footwear

      Shells, mids, bases, boots, shoes, socks ...
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      Latest: Gear for us robust types PhilHo, Jan 22, 2020 at 10:39 PM
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    9. Hammock Kit

      Anything hammock related
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      Latest: My 3 Season Hammock kit list Tartanferret, Sep 18, 2019
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    10. Gadgets & Tech

      Toys and gadgets, apps and technology
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      Latest: Powerwatch 2 Robin, Jan 10, 2020
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    11. Everything Else

      Stuff that's loose, ditty bag contents
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      Latest: What tools/knives do you carry? Balagan, Jan 13, 2020
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    12. DIY & MYOG

      Gear mods & DIY, showcase your efforts
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      Latest: Pack frame Clare, Jan 22, 2020 at 3:39 PM
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    13. Kit Lists

      For the gram weenies, let's have your lists
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      Latest: Base Weight Enzo, Jan 7, 2020
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    14. Shopping

      Shops, cottage industries etc
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      Latest: Bargain Alert - outdoor gear deals worth a look Lempo, Jan 22, 2020 at 8:18 AM
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    15. Reviews & Previews

      Long term testing reports or out of the box looksees
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      Latest: As Tucas Foratata Quilt Marco, Jan 12, 2020
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  4. Out There

    Your adventures

    1. Hiking Chat

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      Latest: Fjallraven Classic comes to the UK Enzo, Jan 20, 2020 at 7:19 AM
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    2. Trips Reports

      Share your backpacking adventures here
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      Latest: Pic of the day NEEpps, Jan 22, 2020 at 11:20 PM
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    3. Places & Planning

      Going somewhere, need help?
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      Latest: TGO Challenge 2020 NEEpps, Jan 22, 2020 at 10:08 PM
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    4. Meteo & Astro

      Weather and astronomy
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      Latest: “Windy” Weather App/Site Robin, Oct 22, 2019
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  5. The Outfitters

    A place to buy and sell

    1. For Sale

      Sell your unloved kit
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      Latest: MYOG pack theoctagon, Jan 21, 2020 at 4:03 PM
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    2. Wanted & Swaps

      You might as well ask here first
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      Latest: HMG 2400 backpack wtrfall, Jan 21, 2020 at 1:22 PM
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