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? Chris2901, Dec 1, 2018
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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: Photo frustration cathyjc, Feb 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: Come and say Hello Foxster, Feb 19, 2019 at 9:08 AM
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    2. Media Links

      Backpacking books, articles, videos etc
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      Latest: Erik Normark on YouTube Ken T., Feb 20, 2019 at 11:01 PM
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    3. Blog Roll

      Any blogs you follow & want to share
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      Latest: Richard Hartfield Youtube channel no-banjo, Dec 4, 2018
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  3. Gear

    If it's light let's discuss it

    1. Gear Chat

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      Latest: Whats New? - A discussion thread for new gear JKM, Feb 22, 2019 at 8:47 PM
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    2. Packs & Accessories

      Rucksacks, packing & storage
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      Latest: Atom Packs craige, Feb 21, 2019 at 7:58 PM
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    3. Shelters & Accessories

      Tarps, tents, bivvies etc
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      Latest: Tents I have Known cathyjc, Feb 22, 2019 at 10:41 PM
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    4. Sleeping Bags & Quilts

      Bags & quilts, pillows, liners etc
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      Latest: Sleeping bag cover edh, Feb 18, 2019 at 6:12 PM
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    5. Sleep Mats

      Mats, pads, balloon beds, ccf etc
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      Latest: Thermarest new air uberlite mats for sale FOX160, Feb 20, 2019 at 4:11 PM
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    6. Kitchen

      Stoves, pots, fuel and food, recipes etc
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      Latest: Chocolate Chia Poohding edh, Feb 20, 2019 at 3:46 PM
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    7. Hydration, Hygiene & Health

      Filters, storage, wash kits & first aid
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      Latest: Water bottles for Sawyer Squeeze gixer, Feb 16, 2019
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    8. Clothing & Footwear

      Shells, mids, bases, boots, shoes, socks ...
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      Latest: Petzl Leopard FL Crampons WilliamC, Feb 21, 2019 at 5:48 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: UK roaming sim for mobiles? Teepee, Feb 20, 2019 at 10:42 PM
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    11. Everything Else

      Stuff that's loose, ditty bag contents
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      Latest: Good all round axe. Help please SafetyThird, Dec 24, 2018
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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 Mark, Feb 20, 2019 at 5:09 PM
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    13. Kit Lists

      For the gram weenies, let's have your lists
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      Latest: West Highland Way Kit list Help Needed! lakeshore, Feb 12, 2019
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    14. Shopping

      Shops, cottage industries etc
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      Latest: Bargain Alert - outdoor gear deals worth a look slovhike, Feb 22, 2019 at 5:29 PM
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    15. Reviews & Previews

      Long term testing reports or out of the box looksees
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      Latest: Altra Lone Peak 3.0 Mens Shoe-First Impressions Tim Savage, Feb 17, 2019 at 6:17 AM
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  4. Out There

    Your adventures

    1. Hiking Chat

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      Latest: Maps thin bloke, Feb 18, 2019 at 10:30 AM
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    2. Trips Reports

      Share your backpacking adventures here
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      Latest: Pic of the day andreostergard, Feb 22, 2019 at 10:20 PM
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    3. Places & Planning

      Going somewhere, need help?
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      Latest: Where we will be - Impromptu meet up thread Munro277, Feb 22, 2019 at 7:37 PM
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    4. Meteo & Astro

      Weather and astronomy
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      Latest: Lunar Eclipse 21/01/19 Fred Wanderer, Jan 21, 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: Marmot Isotherm L ORANGE £55 Chiseller, Feb 21, 2019 at 6:54 AM
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    2. Wanted & Swaps

      You might as well ask here first
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      Latest: Therm-A-Rest NeoAir X-Lite Regular andreostergard, Feb 22, 2019 at 11:38 PM
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