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? Ken T., Jul 17, 2017
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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 edh, Jun 4, 2017
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  2. The Bothy

    Come in out of the rain

    1. General Chat

      Anything you want to get off your chest, off topic etc
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      Latest: Pic of the day Jmws, Aug 19, 2017 at 9:39 AM
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    2. Intros & Welcomes

      Introduce yourself here
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      Latest: 'owdo ? Lady Grey, Aug 17, 2017 at 7:03 AM
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    3. Vids & Media Links

      Share any links you've found
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      Latest: Predictably lost Enzo, Jul 30, 2017
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    4. Blog Roll

      Any blogs you follow & want to share
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      Latest: Hill Porn. redscotti, Jun 30, 2017
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  3. Gear Chat

    If it's light let's discuss it

    1. Packs & Accessories

      Rucksacks, packing & storage
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      Latest: Pa'lante Packs fluffkitten, Aug 18, 2017 at 4:46 PM
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    2. Shelters & Accessories

      Tarps, tents, bivvies etc
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      Latest: groundsheet/tent footprint options WilliamC, Aug 19, 2017 at 9:01 AM
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    3. Sleeping Bags & Quilts

      Bags & quilts, pillows, liners etc
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      Latest: Sierra Design winter bag copy FOX160, Aug 18, 2017 at 10:53 PM
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    4. Sleep Mats

      Mats, pads, balloon beds, ccf etc
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      Latest: Exped Synmat UL 9 failure Bopdude, Aug 16, 2017 at 7:22 PM
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    5. Kitchen

      Stoves, pots, fuel and food, recipes etc
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      Latest: Spider drybaking lakeshore, Aug 11, 2017
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    6. Hydration & Hygiene

      Filters, storage, wash kits & first aid
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      Latest: Lightweight water filter system ? Enzo, Aug 18, 2017 at 12:47 PM
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    7. Clothing & Footwear

      Shells, mids, bases, boots, shoes, socks ...
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      Latest: Another pair of inov8 295 or... Enzo, Aug 18, 2017 at 10:49 AM
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    8. Hammock Kit

      Anything hammock related
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      Latest: Mule tape or equivalent Graham, Aug 18, 2017 at 6:22 AM
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    9. Gadgets & Tech

      Toys and gadgets, apps and technology
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      Latest: Weather Micro-Forecasting on Phone Gadget, Aug 18, 2017 at 12:14 PM
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    10. Everything Else

      Stuff that's loose, ditty bag contents
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      Latest: Zpacks mesh type redscotti, Aug 8, 2017
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    11. DIY & MYOG

      Gear mods & DIY, showcase your efforts
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      Latest: The "what have you made today" thread Enzo, Aug 19, 2017 at 10:03 AM
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    12. Kit Lists

      For the gram weenies, let's have your lists
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      Latest: Norway kit list Enzo, Aug 13, 2017 at 10:36 AM
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    13. Where to buy

      Shops, cottage industries etc
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      Latest: Montane fury 2 craige, Aug 18, 2017 at 1:59 AM
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    14. Reviews & Previews

      Long term testing reports or out of the box looksees
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      Latest: Locus Gear introduction/review/blah...blah...blah...thread ;-) Stew, Jul 30, 2017
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  4. Out There

    Your adventures

    1. Trips Reports

      Share your backpacking adventures here
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      Latest: Upcoming trip OwenM, Aug 18, 2017 at 9:05 AM
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    2. Places & Planning

      Going somewhere, need help?
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      Latest: Pyrenees 2017: Gr10, GR11 & the HRP Whiteburn, Aug 12, 2017
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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: Petzl Volta 9.2mm Duratec 30m climbing rope (Brand new) Teepee, Aug 16, 2017 at 10:46 PM
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    2. Wanted & Swaps

      You might as well ask here first
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      Latest: Western mountaineering alpinlite Paul davidson, Aug 14, 2017 at 7:36 AM
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