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? stonemonkey, May 15, 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: Things we need to look at Jon jons, May 22, 2019
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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 Dave V, Jun 7, 2019
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    2. Media Links

      Backpacking books, articles, videos etc
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      Latest: The Colonials on the TGO 2019 Enzo, Jun 24, 2019 at 11:16 PM
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    3. Blog Roll

      Any blogs you follow & want to share
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      Latest: Pacific Crest Trail fluffkitten, Jun 13, 2019
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  3. Gear

    If it's light let's discuss it

    1. Gear Chat

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      Latest: Kit list for an overnight testing new gear Padstowe, Jun 26, 2019 at 10:40 PM
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    2. Packs & Accessories

      Rucksacks, packing & storage
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      Latest: Atom Packs Enzo, Jun 23, 2019 at 8:09 PM
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    3. Shelters & Accessories

      Tarps, tents, bivvies etc
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      Latest: Shelter News - a thread for new shelter talk Shewie, Jun 26, 2019 at 9:01 PM
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    4. Sleeping Bags & Quilts

      Bags & quilts, pillows, liners etc
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      Latest: Cumulus Quilt 350 Muiriosa, Jun 23, 2019 at 9:13 PM
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    5. Sleep Mats

      Mats, pads, balloon beds, ccf etc
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      Latest: Sleeping mat - S2S Ultralite, Klymit V Ultralite, or other...? Enzo, Jun 22, 2019 at 8:23 PM
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    6. Kitchen

      Stoves, pots, fuel and food, recipes etc
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      Latest: First go at dry baking, on a Stormin' stove. Padstowe, Jun 26, 2019 at 11:28 PM
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    7. Hydration, Hygiene & Health

      Filters, storage, wash kits & first aid
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      Latest: Hydroblu Versa Flow Filter Chiseller, Jun 24, 2019 at 6:44 PM
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    8. Clothing & Footwear

      Shells, mids, bases, boots, shoes, socks ...
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      Latest: Columbia EX Featherweight Munro277, Jun 26, 2019 at 10:05 PM
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    9. Hammock Kit

      Anything hammock related
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      Latest: UK Hammock Equipment Suppliers Meadows, Nov 4, 2018
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    10. Gadgets & Tech

      Toys and gadgets, apps and technology
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      Latest: Johny-come-lately Head Torch Teepee, Jun 17, 2019
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    11. Everything Else

      Stuff that's loose, ditty bag contents
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      Latest: Glasses Rmr, Jun 25, 2019 at 4:19 PM
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    12. DIY & MYOG

      Gear mods & DIY, showcase your efforts
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      Latest: Tips and Techniques - a thread for MYOG types Clare, Jun 26, 2019 at 5:46 PM
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    13. Kit Lists

      For the gram weenies, let's have your lists
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      Latest: Kit List Formats Dan Outdoors, Jun 11, 2019
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    14. Shopping

      Shops, cottage industries etc
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      Latest: Ebay - Outdoor Gear worth a look Enzo, Jun 26, 2019 at 8:52 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: £20 to wild camp? HillBelly, Jun 13, 2019
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    2. Trips Reports

      Share your backpacking adventures here
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      Latest: Pic of the day slovhike, Jun 26, 2019 at 7:06 AM
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    3. Places & Planning

      Going somewhere, need help?
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      Latest: Lake District meet 2019 FOX160, Jun 26, 2019 at 9:28 PM
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    4. Meteo & Astro

      Weather and astronomy
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      Latest: Pyrenees snowfall- winter 18/19 Balagan, Apr 9, 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: POGO is here! stonemonkey, Jun 26, 2019 at 10:11 PM
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    2. Wanted & Swaps

      You might as well ask here first
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      Latest: MSR Hubba Hubba mattpitts74, Jun 26, 2019 at 9:03 AM
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