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: Restricting Access to Trip Reports and Places & Planning Shewie, Aug 5, 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: Things we need to look at Balagan, Aug 24, 2020
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  2. The Bothy

    Come in out of the rain

    1. Intros & Welcomes

      Introduce yourself here
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      Latest: Fresh from the West Highland Way! theothernickh, Sep 3, 2020
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    2. Media Links

      Backpacking books, articles, videos etc
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      Latest: What? Cows murdering walkers PhilHo, Sep 26, 2020 at 9:19 PM
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    3. Blog Roll

      Any blogs you follow & want to share
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      Latest: Packrafting Shewie, Jun 16, 2020
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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? Heltrekker, Sep 25, 2020 at 4:58 PM
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    2. Packs & Accessories

      Rucksacks, packing & storage
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      Latest: Nylofume pack liner bags dovidola, Sep 25, 2020 at 11:03 AM
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    3. Shelters & Accessories

      Tarps, tents, bivvies etc
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      Latest: Dan Durston/Massdrop X-Mid Warren569, Sep 26, 2020 at 6:37 PM
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    4. Sleeping Bags & Quilts

      Bags & quilts, pillows, liners etc
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      Latest: EE overfill service DuneElliot, Sep 24, 2020 at 6:56 AM
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    5. Sleep Mats

      Mats, pads, balloon beds, ccf etc
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      Latest: FLEXTAILGEAR Zero Mattress Lempo, Sep 17, 2020
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    6. Kitchen

      Stoves, pots, fuel and food, recipes etc
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      Latest: A quick tour of some stoves Fossil Bluff, Sep 25, 2020 at 6:10 PM
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    7. Hydration, Hygiene & Health

      Filters, storage, wash kits & first aid
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      Latest: 2 years Carnivore Diet - update on Trekking impact. WilliamC, Sep 26, 2020 at 2:08 PM
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    8. Clothing & Footwear

      Shells, mids, bases, boots, shoes, socks ...
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      Latest: Wet feet PhilHo, Sep 26, 2020 at 4:16 PM
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    9. Hammock Kit

      Anything hammock related
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      Latest: Underquilt questions Bob-W, Sep 1, 2020
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    10. Gadgets & Tech

      Toys and gadgets, apps and technology
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      Latest: What cameras are you using for your adventures DuneElliot, Sep 22, 2020 at 6:10 AM
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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 Shewie, Sep 17, 2020
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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 MikeinDorset, Sep 21, 2020 at 10:23 AM
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    13. Kit Lists

      For the gram weenies, let's have your lists
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      Latest: What’s in our Backpack 2020 Edition - Lots of new camping and hiking gear Walking Nature World, Sep 26, 2020 at 9:01 PM
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    14. Shopping

      Shops, cottage industries etc
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      Latest: Bargain Alert - outdoor gear deals worth a look SteG, Sep 23, 2020 at 10:36 AM
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    15. Reviews & Previews

      Long term testing reports or out of the box looksees
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      Latest: Olicamp XTS pot test Fossil Bluff, Sep 26, 2020 at 3:57 PM
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  4. Out There

    Your adventures

    1. Hiking Chat

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      Latest: Trip report of the Cambrian way from 1971 oxfordsam, Sep 18, 2020
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    2. Meteo & Astro

      Weather and astronomy
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      Latest: Storm Ciarra PhilHo, Feb 14, 2020
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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: Shaped Tarp in Orange (The Knot) Shafiq, Sep 26, 2020 at 9:39 AM
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    2. Wanted & Swaps

      You might as well ask here first
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      Latest: Khufu 2/3rds or 3/4 inner oreocereus, Sep 23, 2020 at 8:16 AM
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