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hey wild thing, unfortunately i'm a 34" waist so that may be on the last notch! I've been having a think and i'm struggling to think of any thing i really want. Possibly some kit to get my hammock set up a bit slicker, cooking/admin kit? sorry for being so vague! Dan

Hi Folks, In the process of moving house in the next few weeks so i'm having a sort out. I currently have the following items up for trade. i'm not after anything in particular.I'll wait and see if anything comes along. Berghaus Cyclops crusader OG size 2 with issue side pockets Traded*...

I don't know about Gloucestershire, but if you venture into Worcestershire there is one in Malvern by all accounts and in worcester itself. As your previous poster said though. Endicotts is king!! Dan

I'll second that i always store mine flat and with the valve open. I have seen some of the cheaper mats delaminate along the crease where folk have folded them, this is over a number of years though. Dan

My bad, I seemed to remembered wrongly it was a sodium peroxide system. I just use the stuff. Never really paid that much attention to the active ingredients, used a number of different chemicals over the years. Just going back to the Opening post. Iodine is still available as stated but...

As promised, took delivery of a bag of these today for taking away with me this week. Here's the link. http://aquaprove.com/ no idea where you can buy these things just know that it works!!!! No connection to the company or anything like that. Dan

I freelance for a number of expedition companies and up until last year iodine was the norm. They then started to issue a sodium peroxide based system. a really good idea add a tablet to a tiny bottle of water (doesn't have to be clean) leave it for 5 minutes you then have the means to purify...

I have to say i do like those jackets! would be nice if there was some provenance to them. They look pretty functional, but not sure about the durability of those pockets. If it is a genuine custom job i'd be interested to know how much the chap paid back in 82! would certainly turn a few...

I'll second that mine have been through some really harsh expeditions and never let me down. only ever seen one break and thats after 10 years of daily use! Dan

You have mail Dan

Hi all, I'm looking at doing the cotswold way at some point in the near future. planning to go lightweight, minimal kit, wild camp etc I'm interested to hear of any experiences or advice people have regarding this path. It's been on my doorstep the last three years and i've never bothered...

I'll remeber that on my Tanzania trip later on this year Bongo

Nicely done boy's. Cliff kept sending me some pic's whilst he was away, not much fun when your workng in the rain :-( Bongo

Hi all, saw this whilst browsing. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GERMAN-ARMY-BACKPACK-MILITARY-MOUNTAIN-BERGEN-PATROL-PACK-RUCKSACK-80L-BLACK-/300665339646?pt=UK_SportingGoods_BackpacksRucksacks_Bags_EH&hash=item46010cfefe Anybody seen one before? be interested to know if it's a genuine item...

Hi all, I found out on friday i have six free days from work in march sometime. i'm hoping to get a mini exped done. Overseas or UK. I'm looking for ideas if people are willing to share. I'm considering a trip back to morroco or scandinavia, but am open to ideas. many thanks Dan

Went to see These two at the Cheltenham Literature festival yesterday. An interesting hour. They spoke of their experiences on their very different kinds of expeditions, raising money, mental preperations and funny anecdotes and gave blatant plugs for their new projects. Charley Boorman...

Hey, i'm based down near Evesham. Bongo

Hi, finally joined after keeping an eye on the forums for ages. I'm one of the fortunate few that make a living out of my hobbies, but always willing to learn ! All the best Bongo