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: Things we need to look at Lempo, Nov 2, 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: Hello from the Netherlands Chiseller, Nov 6, 2019
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    2. Media Links

      Backpacking books, articles, videos etc
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      Latest: Article about a new film: Down The Rabbit Hole Lempo, Nov 14, 2019 at 9:27 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? Lempo, Nov 17, 2019 at 5:47 PM
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    2. Packs & Accessories

      Rucksacks, packing & storage
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      Latest: Huckepacks Lamont-Cranston, Nov 16, 2019 at 9:16 PM
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    3. Shelters & Accessories

      Tarps, tents, bivvies etc
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      Latest: Which Polycro? Micksjoiner, Nov 17, 2019 at 5:39 PM
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    4. Sleeping Bags & Quilts

      Bags & quilts, pillows, liners etc
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      Latest: Cumulus Taiga query Toby, Nov 12, 2019 at 7:48 PM
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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 at 6:39 AM
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    6. Kitchen

      Stoves, pots, fuel and food, recipes etc
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      Latest: Fish in a pouch Lempo, Nov 17, 2019 at 12:05 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. Rmr, Nov 17, 2019 at 10:36 AM
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    8. Clothing & Footwear

      Shells, mids, bases, boots, shoes, socks ...
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      Latest: Camp trousers Chiseller, Nov 17, 2019 at 12:49 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: Roxant-Definition-Monocular-Pocket-Scope Lamont-Cranston, Nov 14, 2019 at 8:28 AM
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    11. Everything Else

      Stuff that's loose, ditty bag contents
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      Latest: Cnoc Trekking Poles - longer than most Chiseller, Sep 18, 2019
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    12. DIY & MYOG

      Gear mods & DIY, showcase your efforts
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      Latest: Pack frame Lempo, Nov 14, 2019 at 11:36 AM
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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: Tread Lite Gear - New Products thread Mark James, Nov 17, 2019 at 5:25 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: Overnighting with a dog, hints and tips SafetyThird, Sep 24, 2019
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    2. Trips Reports

      Share your backpacking adventures here
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      Latest: A grey and damp weekend in Langdale Mountain Mackem, Nov 17, 2019 at 5:49 PM
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    3. Places & Planning

      Going somewhere, need help?
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      Latest: Lake District Loop GPX file needed Munro277, Nov 16, 2019 at 1:41 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: Gatwood Cape/Tent + Serenity Bug InnerTent (Both New with Tags) Gijs, Nov 17, 2019 at 8:17 AM
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    2. Wanted & Swaps

      You might as well ask here first
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      Latest: EUROSCHIRM Swing Liteflex Trekking Umbrella PhilHo, Nov 14, 2019 at 2:43 PM
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