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? WilliamC, Nov 21, 2020
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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: Clicking logo takes me to home page where I am logged out oreocereus, Jan 8, 2021
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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 Chiseller, Mar 5, 2021 at 12:14 AM
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    2. Media Links

      Backpacking books, articles, videos etc
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      Latest: Chris Townsend live stream Mole, Mar 3, 2021 at 8:37 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: Hot water bottles Chiseller, Mar 5, 2021 at 5:22 PM
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    2. Packs & Accessories

      Rucksacks, packing & storage
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      Latest: 10 day pack - 50+l : any reason not to buy a DCF pack? rigby, Mar 5, 2021 at 8:27 PM
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    3. Shelters & Accessories

      Tarps, tents, bivvies etc
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      Latest: Dan Durston/Massdrop X-Mid tom, Mar 5, 2021 at 10:08 PM
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    4. Sleeping Bags & Quilts

      Bags & quilts, pillows, liners etc
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      Latest: Quilt toe-dipping Mole, Mar 1, 2021 at 11:31 AM
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    5. Sleep Mats

      Mats, pads, balloon beds, ccf etc
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      Latest: Sleeping pad comfort experiments and comparisons Rog Tallbloke, Mar 2, 2021 at 11:45 PM
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    6. Kitchen

      Stoves, pots, fuel and food, recipes etc
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      Latest: Food websites el manana, Mar 3, 2021 at 11:30 PM
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    7. Hydration, Hygiene & Health

      Filters, storage, wash kits & first aid
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      Latest: Ticks and Lyme Disease BlueTrain, Mar 1, 2021 at 2:26 PM
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    8. Clothing & Footwear

      Shells, mids, bases, boots, shoes, socks ...
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      Latest: Inov8 - News (or not ?) slovhike, Mar 5, 2021 at 3:03 PM
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    9. Hammock Kit

      Anything hammock related
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      Latest: Ultralight hammock! Ed the Ted, Feb 7, 2021
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    10. Gadgets & Tech

      Toys and gadgets, apps and technology
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      Latest: Let there be light - a thread for lights and lanterns benp1, Mar 5, 2021 at 11:59 AM
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    11. Other Gear

      Stuff that's loose, ditty bag contents
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      Latest: Folding vs telescopic poles tom, Mar 5, 2021 at 7:49 PM
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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 theoctagon, Mar 4, 2021 at 5:11 PM
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    13. Kit Lists

      For the gram weenies, let's have your lists
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      Latest: Week Long Hike Wilderness Backpack - Detailed Packing List turkeyphant, Feb 1, 2021
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    14. Shopping

      Shops, cottage industries etc
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      Latest: Facebook Marketplace gear worth a look Gobila, Mar 5, 2021 at 2:51 PM
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    15. Reviews & Previews

      Long term testing reports or out of the box looksees
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      Latest: Aegismax Nano 2 - 0°C test (SPOILER ALERT - they got the temperature ratings wrong!) Henry, Jan 13, 2021
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  4. Out There

    Your adventures

    1. Hiking Chat

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      Latest: Where am I ? Guessing game. PhilHo, Mar 5, 2021 at 5:40 PM
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    2. Meteo & Astro

      Weather and astronomy
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      Latest: Nice weather site. Rog Tallbloke, Feb 16, 2021
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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: PHD Minimus Down Trousers Dr Zarkov, Mar 5, 2021 at 9:50 PM
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    2. Wanted & Swaps

      You might as well ask here first
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      Latest: 1 x Twistlock walking pole JKM, Mar 4, 2021 at 8:38 AM
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