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: Hi all Shewie, Feb 10, 2021
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    2. Media Links

      Backpacking books, articles, videos etc
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      Latest: Music Chiseller, Feb 21, 2021 at 5:49 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: Meindl Journey Mid GTX Scottk, Feb 25, 2021 at 11:57 PM
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    2. Packs & Accessories

      Rucksacks, packing & storage
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      Latest: Pack News - a thread for new pack talk tom, Feb 23, 2021 at 12:50 PM
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    3. Shelters & Accessories

      Tarps, tents, bivvies etc
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      Latest: peggers can be choosers Rog Tallbloke, Feb 25, 2021 at 10:47 PM
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    4. Sleeping Bags & Quilts

      Bags & quilts, pillows, liners etc
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      Latest: Synthetic 'over quilt' options. Balagan, Feb 24, 2021 at 5:37 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 Teepee, Feb 14, 2021
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    6. Kitchen

      Stoves, pots, fuel and food, recipes etc
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      Latest: Hot off the press - Stove news Fossil Bluff, Feb 25, 2021 at 7:37 PM
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    7. Hydration, Hygiene & Health

      Filters, storage, wash kits & first aid
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      Latest: Nutrition / calories per oz video Balagan, Feb 23, 2021 at 7:15 PM
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    8. Clothing & Footwear

      Shells, mids, bases, boots, shoes, socks ...
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      Latest: Inov8 - News (or not ?) slovhike, Feb 25, 2021 at 7:18 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: Outdooractive / ViewRanger Nigelp, Feb 25, 2021 at 11:30 PM
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    11. Other Gear

      Stuff that's loose, ditty bag contents
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      Latest: Cnoc Trekking Poles - longer than most Lempo, Feb 22, 2021 at 10:27 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 slovhike, Feb 25, 2021 at 5:55 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: Buying from Europe Bmblbzzz, Feb 24, 2021 at 8:23 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: Appalachian trail February 2022 Micksjoiner, Feb 25, 2021 at 7:19 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: Evernew 900ml pot Dave-Jefferson1, Feb 25, 2021 at 8:55 PM
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    2. Wanted & Swaps

      You might as well ask here first
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      Latest: 1 person tent Fossil Bluff, Feb 24, 2021 at 9:48 PM
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