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: Photo frustration Bmblbzzz, Dec 7, 2019 at 3:00 PM
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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 silbury, Dec 6, 2019 at 9:40 PM
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    2. Media Links

      Backpacking books, articles, videos etc
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      Latest: The Sea-to-Sea Route || A 7,775-mile 11-month walk Rog Tallbloke, Dec 10, 2019 at 10:28 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? FOX160, Dec 12, 2019 at 11:24 PM
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    2. Packs & Accessories

      Rucksacks, packing & storage
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      Latest: Atom Packs Bob Cartwright, Dec 10, 2019 at 3:15 PM
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    3. Shelters & Accessories

      Tarps, tents, bivvies etc
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      Latest: One Man Inner for Hexagon Pyramid Tents el manana, Dec 12, 2019 at 6:29 PM
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    4. Sleeping Bags & Quilts

      Bags & quilts, pillows, liners etc
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      Latest: Cumulus Quilt 350 Rog Tallbloke, Dec 9, 2019 at 9:22 AM
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    5. Sleep Mats

      Mats, pads, balloon beds, ccf etc
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      Latest: NeoAir internal mould Balagan, Nov 13, 2019
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    6. Kitchen

      Stoves, pots, fuel and food, recipes etc
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      Latest: Zelph stove Fancee Feest William.K, Dec 12, 2019 at 8:33 PM
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    7. Hydration, Hygiene & Health

      Filters, storage, wash kits & first aid
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      Latest: 12 months Carnivore - update on Trekking impact. Lempo, Nov 25, 2019
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    8. Clothing & Footwear

      Shells, mids, bases, boots, shoes, socks ...
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      Latest: Which insulated jacket? Toby, Dec 12, 2019 at 5:05 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: Head torch showdown Whiteburn, Dec 9, 2019 at 1:56 PM
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    11. Everything Else

      Stuff that's loose, ditty bag contents
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      Latest: John Abela Enzo, Dec 2, 2019
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    12. DIY & MYOG

      Gear mods & DIY, showcase your efforts
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      Latest: The "what have you made today" thread The Cumbrian, Dec 9, 2019 at 4:41 PM
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    13. Kit Lists

      For the gram weenies, let's have your lists
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      Latest: John Sutcliffe's kit list (Cape to Cape) Taz38, Nov 4, 2019
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    14. Shopping

      Shops, cottage industries etc
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      Latest: Ebay - Outdoor Gear worth a look William.K, Dec 12, 2019 at 8:42 PM
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    15. Reviews & Previews

      Long term testing reports or out of the box looksees
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      Latest: Cumulus X-Lite 300 Review Dave V, Jun 20, 2019
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  4. Out There

    Your adventures

    1. Hiking Chat

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      Latest: The Kindness of Strangers Heltrekker, Dec 12, 2019 at 8:31 PM
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    2. Trips Reports

      Share your backpacking adventures here
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      Latest: TGO Challenge 2019 Torridon-Montrose Lempo, Dec 12, 2019 at 10:14 PM
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    3. Places & Planning

      Going somewhere, need help?
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      Latest: Wanted: Expedition member for up to a year. RUSSIA 2023- 2024 Davy, Dec 12, 2019 at 10:10 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: North Face Litus 22 L/XL Lempo, Dec 12, 2019 at 8:32 PM
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    2. Wanted & Swaps

      You might as well ask here first
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      Latest: Down trousers edh, Dec 11, 2019 at 5:18 PM
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