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Wife totally agrees about some modern needles. If you get a rough one you’ll probably have to throw the whole packet but often they are good enough. (She’s a consummate needle woman and just got a first at Uttoxeter Quilt and Embroidery show) Has anyone tried running a piece of fuse wire...

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Hi, Welcome.

Hi, Welcome.

Grip

Something

Quite possibly :)

Looks as if we’ve dodged the forecast thunder storms.

OK. Several of us have found that it takes several tries. It’s funny what folk like and don’t like but then we’re folk aren’t we.

No takers, no surprise :) I’m putting something together but I’m off with the tipi again for a few days. If In the meantime anyone wants part of a crushed hammock (it’s a lot jollier than a camo one) or the book offered by @FerlasDave then that’s fine.

…… a tourniquet on the airway is not recommended.

Bring whatever knife you think that you really might need (if any) that you can get through the airport. I don’t carry any knife at all when I holiday (self catering or hotel) here in UK and I’ve never wished that I did have one.

WITHDRAWN.. sorry. My 120K has just smashed the tubular frame. If anyone wants to experiment with just the hammock (with its end tubes) I’ll post that to you as a “gift it on“ The frame is off down the tip. I’ve been rummaging and will post something sensible (ish) soon but I’ve also found...

OK. I enjoy this thread too much to let it stagnate. I’ve already suffered the curse of unwanted gifts and understand the problem. I don’t want the book but I shall accept the curse. I’ll make an offer - well, I’ll try - a soon as I’ve dug something out. Edited to add: I know I’ve said this...

I shall have my folding, locking, 10cm blade Opinel #12 in an accessories bag, in my rucksack (and in my car when I’m not pitched.) It will be accompanied by a lot of camping gear. 1. I do not expect to be stopped. 2. Should I be so then I expect that a polite and reasonable discussion will have...