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? Smidger The Goat, Jul 5, 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: obligitory introduction andy farrow, Jul 15, 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, Jul 21, 2019 at 11:04 AM
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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? Fossil Bluff, Jul 23, 2019 at 12:14 PM
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    2. Packs & Accessories

      Rucksacks, packing & storage
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      Latest: Drop/Durston Pack Lamont-Cranston, Jul 23, 2019 at 3:12 AM
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    3. Shelters & Accessories

      Tarps, tents, bivvies etc
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      Latest: Dan Durston/Massdrop X-Mid edh, Jul 23, 2019 at 8:38 PM
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    4. Sleeping Bags & Quilts

      Bags & quilts, pillows, liners etc
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      Latest: Kids Sleeping System Enzo, Jul 23, 2019 at 5:21 PM
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    5. Sleep Mats

      Mats, pads, balloon beds, ccf etc
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      Latest: NeoAir internal mould Enzo, Jul 18, 2019 at 5:36 PM
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    6. Kitchen

      Stoves, pots, fuel and food, recipes etc
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      Latest: My Brew Kit ..thread for your stove set up el manana, Jul 23, 2019 at 7:31 PM
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    7. Hydration, Hygiene & Health

      Filters, storage, wash kits & first aid
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      Latest: Ticks and Lyme Disease Chiseller, Jul 23, 2019 at 2:58 PM
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    8. Clothing & Footwear

      Shells, mids, bases, boots, shoes, socks ...
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      Latest: OMM KAMLEIKA OVERMITTS Munro277, Jul 20, 2019 at 11:38 AM
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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 Fossil Bluff, Jul 19, 2019 at 11:52 AM
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    11. Everything Else

      Stuff that's loose, ditty bag contents
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      Latest: Tic Advice please (in my neck) stonemonkey, Jul 19, 2019 at 10:47 PM
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    12. DIY & MYOG

      Gear mods & DIY, showcase your efforts
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      Latest: First go at a peg pouch SafetyThird, Jul 23, 2019 at 9:00 PM
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    13. Kit Lists

      For the gram weenies, let's have your lists
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      Latest: Shakedown for Kungsleden, northern Sweden July 2019 qy_, Jul 3, 2019
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    14. Shopping

      Shops, cottage industries etc
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      Latest: Bargain Alert - outdoor gear deals worth a look The Cumbrian, Jul 22, 2019 at 9:20 AM
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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: Where recreation meets conservation oreocereus, Jul 17, 2019 at 11:22 AM
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    2. Trips Reports

      Share your backpacking adventures here
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      Latest: Pic of the day PhilHo, Jul 23, 2019 at 8:50 PM
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    3. Places & Planning

      Going somewhere, need help?
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      Latest: Snowdonia or The Lakes for 4 days? Diddi, Jul 21, 2019 at 9:25 AM
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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: 3F UL Gear Backpack (40l) - £35 inc postage Adam Peel, Jul 23, 2019 at 7:59 AM
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    2. Wanted & Swaps

      You might as well ask here first
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      Latest: Montane terra pants/ pack Baldy, Jul 21, 2019 at 12:30 PM
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