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http://i.imgur.com/Zp7HGGD.jpg Warbonnet Yeti Underquilt (http://www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/yeti-underquilts/)
Silverback
25-11-2014, 07:57 PM
Cool....I don't get out either just make sure I know where my boots are and lob it out the side
Cool....I don't get out either just make sure I know where my boots are and lob it out the side
lol, That's what I used to do but can only lean out of one side in blackbird and had too many accidents when trying to aim :D
...plus the nalgene or other container can double as a hot/warm water bottle so win win :cool:
midas
25-11-2014, 08:50 PM
Don't hammocks, come with a built in catheter???????
Don't hammocks, come with a built in catheter???????
They should! :D
Ehecatl
26-11-2014, 06:44 PM
A pair Lowa Mountain boots. I'm hoping these will see me well into retirement :happy-clapping:
laika
27-11-2014, 10:06 AM
A pair Lowa Mountain boots. I'm hoping these will see me well into retirement :happy-clapping:
I'm hoping these will see me well into retirement They will - I use them virtually everyday all year round - hard as nails and as comfy as slippers - best boots I've ever owned by far and amazingly durable....
FishyFolk
30-11-2014, 01:21 PM
Pentax P30T SLR camera. One of the best 35mm film cameras ever made. All manual...and I paid £7,50 for it :-)
Searching for a lenses now but it uses K-mount lenses, wich means it can use every lens made in it's era, and they are cheap as chips now :-)
These cameras are superb. I used to own one but in a moment of daftnes gave it to my brother when I bought myself an all singing, all dancing Canon camera.
Anyway it had superb reviews in it's day, and is still an excellent little camera. Buying it just for the fun of shooting off a real roll of film once in a while :-)
Montane Prism ('http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/montane-prism-2-0-mens-insulated-jacket-p102225')
Buying 2nd as wanted to try size down and different colour.
Keela Scuffer HW Hiking Climbing Mountaineering Trousers ('http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/271312405935')
EASY CAMP FOLD FLAT DINNER SET 3 PIECES PLATE BOWL CUP CAMPING PICNIC ('http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/361015731729')
QUIKCLOT 1st RESPONSE 25g ('http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/400774069972')
Lowe Alpine Striped Rib Beanie ('http://www.ultralightoutdoorgear.co.uk/equipment-c3/socks-gloves-mitts-hats-c151/hats-c154/lowe-alpine-striped-rib-beanie-p3444')
Extremities Silk Balaclava ('http://www.ultralightoutdoorgear.co.uk/equipment-c3/socks-gloves-mitts-hats-c151/balaclavas-c156/extremities-silk-balaclava-p2253')
Rab Meco 120 Mens Boxers ('http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/311174470249')
Superfeet Premium Insole Green ('http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/291293945946')
Silverback
01-12-2014, 12:12 AM
Why quikclot and not another haemostatic agent
Why quikclot and not another haemostatic agent
Seen it somebody's kit and thought it would make a good addition to mine.
Why haemostatic agent and not quikclot?
HammockGear.com - Standard Cuben Fiber Tarp with doors, Door tie-outs and Camo print. ('http://www.hammockgear.com/standard-cuben-fiber-tarp-with-doors/')
Silverback
01-12-2014, 08:48 AM
done any research into haemostasis yourself?
done any research into haemostasis yourself?
No, as I said just seen it in somebody's kit and thought it would make a good addition to mine.
QuikClot® hemostatic devices are different from standard surgical gauzes and other hemostatic agents. They stop bleeding significantly faster and are more effective than standard gauzes—and they are just as safe and intuitive to use.1-5
Silverback
01-12-2014, 12:24 PM
I carry and have used celox myself....
I carry and have used celox myself....
Any particular reason? The quikclot stuff was the first/only I came across so just grabbed pack of that.
Silverback
01-12-2014, 01:22 PM
Because of its non thermic reaction and it's hypoallergenic and it will stop wafarinised and heparin bleeding.
Also it doesn't migrate along the vascular system although that effect has been reduced due to using impregnated gauze
Chubbs
05-12-2014, 06:29 PM
Can't have it yet as its a Christmas present but was out shopping with the wife today and picked up a GSI Tea/Coffee Commuter Java Press for £22.00 from Cotswold Outdoors.
http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/gsi-commuter-java-press-94220020?id_colour=108
bopdude
05-12-2014, 07:27 PM
Edible Seashore by John Wright looks like a great read and got it from a certain Bay at a great price.
http://i.imgur.com/ivUG2be.png Fjallraven Barents Pro Trouser (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/291313796552)
shepherd
07-12-2014, 08:52 AM
another gerber gator clip point folding knife, this time for my dad... carried mine everyday for about 3 years now and its fantastic, thought id treat him to a good knife.
TarHeelBrit
08-12-2014, 07:16 AM
My last purchase came with the blessings of the household authority (aka wifey) She saw some nicely carved Waldgeist and said could I do some. So I got a Flexcut KN100 and no grief involved.:D
OakAshandThorn
08-12-2014, 09:13 PM
Wooooohooooooo! :D
My mother bought me a new pair of snowshoes at LL Bean as an early Alban Arthan/Yule pressie :jumping-joy:
Now to wait for a good blizzard...
Andrew James High Quality Vacuum Food Sealer ('https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001HBP7HW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1')
Raidlight AW14 Olmo Bottle Carrier with Bottle ('http://www.ratrace.com/2047847/products/raidlight-aw14-olmo-bottle-carrier-with-bottle.aspx')
Aquapac 420 Hard Lens Camera Case ('https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001FAEQMM/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1')
MLD Shoulder Strap Pockets (Bottle Holder)
MLD Shoulder Strap Pockets (Gear Pouch) ('http://www.mountainlaureldesigns.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=46&products_id=71')
MLD Cuben Fiber Dry Bags (Medium)
MLD Cuben Fiber Dry Bags (Large) ('http://www.mountainlaureldesigns.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=48&products_id=148')
Cuben Zip Pouches (Both Sizes) ('http://www.mountainlaureldesigns.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=210')
Stainless welded mesh pot stand for meths alcohol stoves bushcraft ultralight ('http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/271692661963')
Titanium foil windscreen WIND SHIELD bushcraft camping ultralight alcohol Stove ('http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/281515741293')
Mountain House Scrambled Eggs with Bacon - Single Serving ('https://notice.rei.com//servlet/cc6?jLpjluQYACQqAVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuVaVSRVp lLumjtVolli%3A%2F%2FOOOQjLpQJhu%2FijhKmJl%2FYSRSTR VLuHpt6KKjLkkVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuV2fb9XV0bWQ 2f41TQWCBRQpUnRBKBtQSBRBDDAVXLX')
Mountain House Rice and Chicken - 2 Servings ('https://notice.rei.com//servlet/cc6?jLpjluQYACQqAVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuVaVSRVp lLumjtVolli%3A%2F%2FOOOQjLpQJhu%2FijhKmJl%2FYSRSWT VLuHpt6KKjLkkVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuV2fb9XV0bWQ 2f41TQWCBRQpUnRBKBtQSBRBDDAVXLX')
MaryJanesFarm Organic Red Pesto Pasta - Single Serving ('https://notice.rei.com//servlet/cc6?jLpjluQYACQqAVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuVaVSRVp lLumjtVolli%3A%2F%2FOOOQjLpQJhu%2FijhKmJl%2FADYYRB VLuHpt6KKjLkkVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuV2fb9XV0bWQ 2f41TQWCBRQpUnRBKBtQSBRBDDAVXLX')
Mountain House Grilled Chicken Breasts and Mashed Potatoes - 2 Servings (x3) ('https://notice.rei.com//servlet/cc6?jLpjluQYACQqAVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuVaVSRVp lLumjtVolli%3A%2F%2FOOOQjLpQJhu%2FijhKmJl%2FBSWRTW VLuHpt6KKjLkkVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuV2fb9XV0bWQ 2f41TQWCBRQpUnRBKBtQSBRBDDAVXLX')
Backpacker's Pantry Dark Chocolate Cheesecake - 2 Servings ('https://notice.rei.com//servlet/cc6?jLpjluQYACQqAVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuVaVSRVp lLumjtVolli%3A%2F%2FOOOQjLpQJhu%2FijhKmJl%2FBTTSAY VLuHpt6KKjLkkVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuV2fb9XV0bWQ 2f41TQWCBRQpUnRBKBtQSBRBDDAVXLX')
Mountain House Spaghetti with Meat Sauce Pro-Pak - Single Serving ('https://notice.rei.com//servlet/cc6?jLpjluQYACQqAVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuVaVSRVp lLumjtVolli%3A%2F%2FOOOQjLpQJhu%2FijhKmJl%2FBTTWBY VLuHpt6KKjLkkVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuV2fb9XV0bWQ 2f41TQWCBRQpUnRBKBtQSBRBDDAVXLX')
Backpacker's Pantry Fettuccini Alfredo with Chicken - 2 Servings ('https://notice.rei.com//servlet/cc6?jLpjluQYACQqAVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuVaVSRVp lLumjtVolli%3A%2F%2FOOOQjLpQJhu%2FijhKmJl%2FCRSTTB VLuHpt6KKjLkkVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuV2fb9XV0bWQ 2f41TQWCBRQpUnRBKBtQSBRBDDAVXLX')
Backpacker's Pantry Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream - Single Serving ('https://notice.rei.com//servlet/cc6?jLpjluQYACQqAVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuVaVSRVp lLumjtVolli%3A%2F%2FOOOQjLpQJhu%2FijhKmJl%2FCRSTUW VLuHpt6KKjLkkVHKHuILgltLPSDCUxnuHptQJhuV2fb9XV0bWQ 2f41TQWCBRQpUnRBKBtQSBRBDDAVXLX')
Silverback
09-12-2014, 09:02 AM
I'm off to aldi later...
I'll post the shopping list when I get back
I'm off to aldi later...
I'll post the shopping list when I get back
Well if it's their Merino baselayers, backpacking meals or anything else relevant to camping/bushcraft why not? ;)
Black Rock Gear Down Hat ('http://www.blackrockgear.com/buy.html')
http://i.imgur.com/d0pNUVG.png
Thumbcrusher
11-12-2014, 06:39 PM
ADz are you an eccentric millionaire by any chance?:rolleyes:
Silverback
11-12-2014, 06:45 PM
ADz are you an eccentric millionaire by any chance?:rolleyes:
Or a hoarder
midas
11-12-2014, 07:52 PM
Five Ceramic bladed.UK EDC "penknives".for under a tenner.Razor/shaving Sharp very light .n in five delightful colours including pink.(Think that one will end up in girlfriends handbag/survival sack.lol.)
ADz are you an eccentric millionaire by any chance?:rolleyes:
Or a hoarder
:innocent:
Primerib
12-12-2014, 09:15 PM
Bought a 3 kg load of scrap leather over the bay. I'm dying to get on with some leather projects. That sowing awl has had not much to do yet. That better change and what better time could there be to indulge in a project as over christmas holidays [emoji4] [emoji106]
Buffalo Mountain Shirt (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/261364082716)
http://i.imgur.com/E4EvFLJ.png
Silverback
13-12-2014, 05:08 PM
Buffalo Mountain Shirt (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/261364082716)
http://i.imgur.com/E4EvFLJ.png
Awesome kit
Awesome kit
Indeed, been thinking about getting one for a while now. :)
Silverback
13-12-2014, 05:37 PM
My old one bought in 1994 is still being worn by the person I gave it to
Sadly it no longer fits me
My old one bought in 1994 is still being worn by the person I gave it to
Sadly it no longer fits me
What's the sizing like on these Wayne? I measured my chest and looks like 44 so went with the size 44. Was just wondering what the fit is like, are they loose/tight etc?
Silverback
15-12-2014, 09:22 AM
Snug ish, they're meant to be worn direct to skin.
TheDaddy187
15-12-2014, 09:32 AM
anyone looking for leather, i make slingshots and use leather for pouches...
i went on a mad google hunt for free leather swatches and most companies offer 6-9 free samples...
the smallest samples were 10x8cm but i had a few larger pieces around 30cm square... i managed to get around a kilo in various colours for free...
simmilarly, i look out for leather sofas that are being thrown away and harvest leather from them...
i have large sofa cusion sized pieces in a few different colours...
i have some green and black leather id be happy to share if you pay postage... or free if you want to trade for something... (if i am allowed here... if not. please disregard this)
i cant guarentee exact sizes but can confirm most pieces are more that 2 feet square...
i am also aware that i am new here and you dont know me from adam, but i trade alot on a slingshot forum and you can confirm with members there that i am indeed good for my word... i know this is not the place to say this, but i saw a few posts on leather purchased and so thought id add this here...
Snug ish, they're meant to be worn direct to skin.
Would only be wearing a thin base layer if anything so should be good then. :)
shack
18-12-2014, 09:54 AM
1270912710I picked up a light and compact 1lt thermos flask and after many hours reading reviews on all kinds of flasks I went for this one and it's great (esp when John Lewis matched an online price, so comes with their customer service and warranty etc) not much bigger than my 0.5ltr petrol station flask from about 10 years ago. I did the boield water test and really kept it warm for 24hr! left in in an unheated conservatory overnight and would pour a little out every few hours then missed 10 hours overnight, it did cool quicker as the level dropped but still good for a brew_ very impressed
At the other end of the spectrum I picked up an Aldi food flask a couple of days ago for £7.99 and to be honest had low expectations, it says good for 8hrs so filled it up with boiling water and let it rest, straight away I could feel the lid warming up so was expecting it to bleed heat and had the idea that if it really was pants I just take it back and so didn't match up to the claims (another reason for just boiled water) I only need it to last around 4 or 5 hours and the water was still plenty warm enough at this point (no one wants cold soup in winter), so with that in mind (and for the price) I'm happy to recommend, still not sure about the spoon, but good if you forget a decent one)
saxonaxe
18-12-2014, 01:54 PM
An Ortlieb 4 litre water bag, ordered just over 24 hours ago!! Amazing service by the supplier considering total cost including p&p was only £17.
ian c
21-12-2014, 07:51 PM
Yesterday I received some more Dyneema that I ordered, its nice and easy to splice and cheap at £4 for 10Mtrs from evil bay the item number is 311200775477.
KaiTheIronHound
22-12-2014, 10:48 AM
Been a while since i last got on, but i just received a 10 inch full tang kukri from Ex Gurkah Kukri House. Havent seen a review on this model around the place, so i'll probably throw one up once i've had some time to beat on it. Happy holidays everyone!
FishyFolk
22-12-2014, 07:25 PM
Managed to sneak in a bushcrafty pressent for my niese, a Helle Scout.
Looks like a good little blade for a 6 year old. Razor sharp as they should be, and with a good point :-)
http://images.knifecenter.com/knifecenter/helle/images/HE05nw.jpg
midas
22-12-2014, 07:38 PM
Thats nice,Rune.I'm sure she will love it.nice Handle n guard.a sharp knife is safer than a blunt one.atb.M
FishyFolk
23-12-2014, 03:40 PM
Got to love the Salvation Army thrift store in town. Wen't in to browse the shelves while the wife was in another shop across the street, and there sitting on a shelf, all by itself was a complete
Trangia 27 with a non stick frying pan and meths burner setup. On sale for 4£...since it is Yule i did not haggle and paid in full :-D
It's banged up and quite sooty from use by the Norwegian army I think, but perfectly servicable. And I have a gas burner to marry with it :-)
I have had a couple of these before. One that i got as a confirmation pressent, but was lost by my brother while I was in the army, and one that I left for the team when I left Sudan.
Only have a cheap copy...so good to have the real thing again for those family outings :-)
FishyFolk
23-12-2014, 07:56 PM
Got to love the Salvation Army thrift store in town. Wen't in to browse the shelves while the wife was in another shop across the street, and there sitting on a shelf, all by itself was a complete
Trangia 27 with a non stick frying pan and meths burner setup. On sale for 4£...since it is Yule i did not haggle and paid in full :-D
It's banged up and quite sooty from use by the Norwegian army I think, but perfectly servicable. And I have a gas burner to marry with it :-)
I have had a couple of these before. One that i got as a confirmation pressent, but was lost by my brother while I was in the army, and one that I left for the team when I left Sudan.
Only have a cheap copy...so good to have the real thing again for those family outings :-)
Took a second look at the trangia burner. And it has something I've never come across before, and that I instantly loved!
A pre-heater for the meths stove!
That will make it so much easier to light the meths in the cold, wich can be a chore. Basically its a holder with a wick pad, that you soak with meths. Then you light that, wich is much eaiser than lighting pure meths when it's cold. You then place the meths burner filled with meths on top. And when it's warm, it's a breeze to light the meths with a ferro rod.
Pictures on the way.
FishyFolk
23-12-2014, 08:31 PM
Have to rezise the pictures...or find another host than flickr...doing this after the hollidays.
Trangia made a demo vid on what it is and how to use :-)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWw8hppj94g
Tony1948
24-12-2014, 03:25 PM
Bought a couple of big things in the last 3 months,a new house on the east coast and a new thing for a bit of glamping with the Boss,the house is a house you now what they look like,but our new camping toy is the dogs.Bought it as a van and set to work on it,its taken me about a month to sort it how we wanted it.Still some bits to do.http://www.naturalbushcraft.co.uk/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=12722&stc=1http://www.naturalbushcraft.co.uk/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=12723&stc=1http://www.naturalbushcraft.co.uk/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=12724&stc=1
bopdude
24-12-2014, 03:35 PM
Looking good mate.
Merry Christmas :)
jus_young
25-12-2014, 12:09 PM
My lovely wife has checked out my wish list and bought me the DD Superlight range. One happy man this Christmas
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/25/f5795211de1453a6b609edcc7fb4c294.jpg
Silverback
25-12-2014, 12:13 PM
I got a Dale of Norway real wool jumper
But more importantly I got my wife home in time for Xmas
Chubbs
25-12-2014, 01:39 PM
My lovely wife has checked out my wish list and bought me the DD Superlight range. One happy man this Christmas
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/25/f5795211de1453a6b609edcc7fb4c294.jpg
You're a very lucky boy Justin. You must have saved all your brownie points all year to find that lot around the tree this morning.
When you ever get a chance, would you do a vid review on it as its one of the setups I've been looking at recently. Did you get it with the DD pack as well. Is that the titanium Trangia pot stand as well.
jus_young
25-12-2014, 06:39 PM
I got a Dale of Norway real wool jumper
But more importantly I got my wife home in time for Xmas
Family is what it's all about.
jus_young
25-12-2014, 06:46 PM
You're a very lucky boy Justin. You must have saved all your brownie points all year to find that lot around the tree this morning.
When you ever get a chance, would you do a vid review on it as its one of the setups I've been looking at recently. Did you get it with the DD pack as well. Is that the titanium Trangia pot stand as well.
Was thinking about a video on it as a before and after as a few modifications are in order such as a fixed ridge line. There are a few places I pitch up where the tree distance does not allow for the 30 degree hang and a ridge line would get over the problem. There are a couple of videos on the DD site and Adrian from Northwest Bushcraft did a good video but can't find it on the site recently.
That is the Evernew titanium trivet as I lost my other somewhere on Exmoor. Gutted when I realised it was missing as it is a critical part of my setup and used all the time. Glad to have a replacement.
OakAshandThorn
25-12-2014, 10:55 PM
New snowshoes under the tree, LL Bean trackers :D
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These should suit me quite well when the snow returns :).
Made these gaiters for Jim, aka bikebum1975...
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bbdave
26-12-2014, 07:42 AM
I got these very chuffed I am to
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Dave
midas
26-12-2014, 10:10 AM
Those rocket stoves are terrific.
Hope you get plenty lobsters in your pot.
bbdave
26-12-2014, 11:45 AM
I would have cooked breakfast on it but its tipping down this morning. Im not sure exactly where I'll lay the pot either from the boat or wadeable depth at low water but fun times ahead with that. both localy made which is good.
Dave
midas
26-12-2014, 09:07 PM
I would have cooked breakfast on it but its tipping down this morning. Im not sure exactly where I'll lay the pot either from the boat or wadeable depth at low water but fun times ahead with that. both localy made which is good.
Dave
I feed my rocket stove,with wood pellet cat lit,after lighting it with twigs..
Save the tubes out of kitchen roll,filll them with wood pellets,bend end over to contain,just feed them in like twigs...
Midge_Fodder
26-12-2014, 09:58 PM
14 pairs of wool socks under the tree, and with my Cotswold voucher I received I ordered some new merino base layers.
Chubbs
27-12-2014, 12:39 AM
A Millbank bag
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Millbank-Bag-Water-Filter-Bag-/201238740592?pt=UK_SportingGoods_HikingEquipment_R L&hash=item2edac37e70
Double egg holder
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Outdoor-Camping-BBQ-Portable-Plastic-Carton-Holder-Egg-Storage-Tray-Box-2eggs-DT-/171527475931?pt=UK_Home_Cookware_Food_Storage&hash=item27efd592db
Shopping in Go Outdoors for the first time tomorrow. See what I come home with from there.
Ehecatl
02-01-2015, 02:05 PM
Two core plugs for my son's Ford Focus and while I was in the Ford shop, I spotted a fold up shovel (entrenching tool) for £3.98). Got charged £3.32 - bargain!
OakAshandThorn
02-01-2015, 03:41 PM
Replacement blade for my Silky Pocketboy, 170mm medium teeth for $20 and free shipping :).
Also picked up a Czech army insulated trouser liner.
Thermarest NeoAir Xtherm (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/221410794448) (Small, will be used in combo with Z Seat).
TreefrogGB
05-01-2015, 04:22 PM
Integral designs Sil-wing tarp, so I can put a porch on my LavvuLight like this......
http://blog-imgs-27.fc2.com/a/o/p/aopro/SN380292.jpg
Half price sale bargain from those good people at backpackinglight
http://www.backpackinglight.co.uk/tarps-and-bivy-bags/CL151.html
(no connection with seller etc)
FishyFolk
05-01-2015, 05:20 PM
A Tad 4.0 softshell jacket in olive green. Thinking of getting a second one in a more muggle friendly color for street use. Anyway, 39US$ delivered, and some ok reviews.
My old sofshell jackets are all quite worn out :-)
midas
05-01-2015, 06:06 PM
Japanese Higo Pocket Knife- Higokami 10cm,3layered blade.
Shaving sharp.!!!
Chubbs
05-01-2015, 10:13 PM
It can't get any better for me at the moment.
I've been looking to make a hammock topquilt for a while so visited a couple of charity shops forsomething suitable. First shop I came out with a hardly used heavy pine chopping board but in the second I found one of these.
http://www.smhc.co.uk/objects_item.asp?item_id=32804
Its a duck down Blacks of Greenock Icelandic sleeping bag in mint condition, Looks like it has never been used and it must be years old as the company started making them in the 1950's.
Its three seasons and Im going to open it up, adjust the size and make a footbox for it. Will be great for the Winter in a hammock.
Zebralight H52 ('http://www.flashaholics.co.uk/zebralight/zebralight-h52.html')
Hultafors Trekking Axe (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/301435668679/)
Valantine
14-01-2015, 12:05 PM
This 9 cup coffee percolator, cheapest of it's kind I found at £19.99 --> http://www.amazon.co.uk/Wenzel-Coffe...rhf_sc_p_img_1 (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Wenzel-Coffee-Aluminium-Percolator-Basket/dp/B0017GZ934/ref=pd_rhf_sc_p_img_1)
Tony1948
14-01-2015, 12:23 PM
This 9 cup coffee percolator, cheapest of it's kind I found at £19.99 --> http://www.amazon.co.uk/Wenzel-Coffe...rhf_sc_p_img_1 (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Wenzel-Coffee-Aluminium-Percolator-Basket/dp/B0017GZ934/ref=pd_rhf_sc_p_img_1)
It saying it's only £14.50 on mine.........buy it:happy-clapping:
Sylvanbilly
14-01-2015, 12:57 PM
This 9 cup coffee percolator, cheapest of it's kind I found at £19.99 --> http://www.amazon.co.uk/Wenzel-Coffe...rhf_sc_p_img_1 (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Wenzel-Coffee-Aluminium-Percolator-Basket/dp/B0017GZ934/ref=pd_rhf_sc_p_img_1)
Yeah mine too, another bargain and more to carry
Rasputin
14-01-2015, 02:46 PM
It saying it's only £14.50 on mine.........buy it:happy-clapping: and me
FishyFolk
14-01-2015, 03:18 PM
A handfull of 30cm long maya sticks...that should keep me sorted for that stuff for the next 50 years or so. I have on piece that I have used for 2 years now, and it will probably last another 10 years, if I keep using it like now.
a 135ml bottle of Ronson lighter fuel for £4.99! :guns:
If somoene knows a good but safe alternative that does not smell like a diesel tractor, let me know.
Silverback
14-01-2015, 03:24 PM
A new resucianne
Rasputin
14-01-2015, 03:47 PM
A new resucianne Are you doing training again Wayne T^
Silverback
14-01-2015, 03:55 PM
Hadn't stopped.. Landed a multi national company as a new client last year
suggy
14-01-2015, 04:46 PM
A few more bits from Dutch
http://dutchwaregear.com/
And a few Eagle creek stuff sack / pack-it things from the
Outside shop in Hathersage when i went yesterday..
http://www.outside.co.uk/
Rasputin
14-01-2015, 05:29 PM
Good to hear that fella, Hope youir well, Ken
Hadn't stopped.. Landed a multi national company as a new client last year
Tigger004
15-01-2015, 06:40 PM
I just bought myself a late Christmas present, it's a nice neat little back pack from Mountain Warehouse, model is a 50L High reduced from £59.99 to £29.99 (wouldn't have paid full whack but it's good value at £30)
I am trying to get away from being a mule, 50 litre sounds big but it certainly doesn't look 50 litre, my old pack is huge and heavy, even when empty.
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jus_young
15-01-2015, 07:54 PM
I had a look at those at the end of last year and was quite taken with them. If it wasn't for the fact that I had a 46 litre and needed something bigger then I would have been really tempted
Midge_Fodder
16-01-2015, 06:47 PM
Momentum Atlas field watch.
Midge_Fodder
17-01-2015, 12:07 PM
Not for bushcraft per se, but will be of use. A set of Pinewood fleece Mid layers. Grayling season has been awfully cold so I needed something to go under the waders. Not bad at £35 for top and bottoms. Bonus is ridiculously warm long johns.
beermaker
17-01-2015, 02:02 PM
Two pints of black sheep and a chicken parmo! 😊
Sony HDR-AS30V Action Cam ('http://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/actioncam/hdr-as30v')
laika
18-01-2015, 07:31 PM
Mountain Equipment Torres 2 4 season tent on e-bay. These are the ones that were recalled due to lack of stitching on the fly suspension points - not sure if this one's been fixed but since we can't afford a North Face VE25 this should serve use fine with a bit of sewing at worst...... kids are old enough for high altitude winter trips now.... woohooo.............
beermaker
19-01-2015, 10:31 PM
a Metzeler Inka RIB for water based shennanigans without the hassle of launching the GP14!
FishyFolk
20-01-2015, 01:05 PM
Wooohoooo, my little Syma x5c-1 quadcopter toy arrived.
And it workds too!
It's gyro stabilized so very easy to controll. I was into RC planes a few years back, but all of that is gone from my hands, so I do have to rel-learn a few things.
So my problem is that when flying towards me I tend to stear it the oposite direction than I intended, and since I am used to fixed wing, I forget to keep the throttle up to remain aloft, so I guess my tree climbing skills will soon be tested... :ashamed:
Alos this thing is just a toy (yes, I know these are not really toys), so it is very light. So the slightest breeze and it gets lift and dissaepear into the blue, and gain distance fast if you don't
do something (it drifts away". But it fights the wind nicely, and it reminded me to fly it into the wind :-)
I ordered 5 extra batteries with it, as flight time is only 6-7 minutes with everything attached. A littlle more without the prop guards, camera and landing gear. If you use the camera, 4 minutes.
So I will get a little keychain cam for it, then the cam will have it's own battery supply. Now it drains power from the main battery wicis only a 3,7V, 600mAh battery (the battery that comes with the quadcopter is a 500mAh battery, so even less).
Anyway, this is a simple thing. No gps homing, no live transmitting of pictures to ground. I paid 45US$ for it, and it's just for a laugh and to see if this is something I want to explore further.
It's not a bushcraft item, but it may help lessen the door step mile and get me outside :-)
saxonaxe
20-01-2015, 01:26 PM
A heads up really...bought some McNett 'Tenacious' Tape to fix my tent that got battered down West recently. Not cheap..£7 approx for half a metre x 50mm but fearsome stuff, it's done a terrific repair job on the pegging points that tore out. If you need to repair gear/fabric it's £7 well spent..
Ranger
23-01-2015, 12:00 PM
Well a couple days ago I picked up a DC4 and nagura stone and new tarp, so there's a few vital pieces of kit!
FishyFolk
23-01-2015, 03:22 PM
A pair of fleece lined cargo pants for camp...
FishyFolk
24-01-2015, 05:23 PM
Leather bush hat...time to try out that aussie look :-)
beermaker
24-01-2015, 05:39 PM
Good choice Fishy Folk, my mum brought me one back from Perth and its the best hat I've ever owned!
FishyFolk
31-01-2015, 02:04 PM
I won 25£ worrth of purchases at a local sports outlet. Never set my feet in those as prices are something a kin to highway robbery.
The only ones shopping there are those with to much money, and UK/NL soldiers on winter training excercises...
But ok, I went in there with my 25£ gift card. And the only thing costing under 25£ in there was a pair of socks...i refuse to give anyone 25£ for a pair of socks,
so I looked at some Helle knives, but no models that I wanted. Looked at a Victorinox knife that looked a lot like the Wenger Ranger 55, but a little smaller...so Id rather get the Wenger...
Finally spotted a 32oz Camelbak Eddy bottle for 23$ and to pairs of chemical handwarmers for 3£.
Never setting my foot in that place again if I don't absolutely have to...
Midge_Fodder
31-01-2015, 02:08 PM
Prescription Polaroids, with the glare from the snow we've just had here it's been a god send, plus my opticians is getting a refit so I got Oakley ones for £99 which is a bargain tbh for anything prescription.
OakAshandThorn
01-02-2015, 02:17 AM
Finally found myself a decent axe helve at a hardware store I had never been to...it's a well-run small business, so I'll definitely be shopping there again :).
For my lightweight kit (and my stove/kit fettish) :)
Speedster Stove/Stand (Large) (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/15154631884/)
Speedster Stove/Stand (Small) (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/151559920974/)
http://i.imgur.com/rjLgELa.png
Midge_Fodder
01-02-2015, 11:17 AM
Lifeproof iPhone Case. I know £60 for a phone case is a bit steep, but still cheaper than drowning my phone. It also doesn't seem to leave artifacts when I use the camera. Now if only they made a tripod adapter.......
haytor7
01-02-2015, 12:18 PM
Another opi for me
http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk37/rstu67/WP_20150201_002_1.jpg (http://s276.photobucket.com/user/rstu67/media/WP_20150201_002_1.jpg.html)
FishyFolk
02-02-2015, 04:32 PM
Well, my Aussie hat arrived. And the thing actually fit!
I've got quite a scull, and I could never find leather hats big enough. Even in the army they had trouble finding hats large enough for me.
But this one did. I guess the sheep herders are quite big headed ;-)
Anyway it's a sheep...uh...cheap thing, I guess thats what Izit makes, and the finish looks a little rough. But I sort of like that.
We'll see in a years time how it fares....I am not a huge hat user, this is just for kicks :-)
Been thinking about one of these for ages. The sawyer mini is a great little filter but I have wanted to give one of these a go for long time, see if they are worth the extra bulk/weight/cost.
Katadyn Hiker Pro Water Filter (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/301509739981/)
http://i.imgur.com/MXob1iy.png
Ranger
02-02-2015, 06:54 PM
I got a tarp a few days ago, the one from bushcraft outfitters. $74 shipped
OakAshandThorn
02-02-2015, 06:59 PM
Been thinking about one of these for ages. The sawyer mini is a great little filter but I have wanted to give one of these a go for long time, see if they are worth the extra bulk/weight/cost.
Katadyn Hiker Pro Water Filter (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/301509739981/)
http://i.imgur.com/MXob1iy.png
Let us know how you get on with it, I've been eying one of these myself at the local outdoors store. :)
jus_young
02-02-2015, 08:39 PM
Been thinking about one of these for ages. The sawyer mini is a great little filter but I have wanted to give one of these a go for long time, see if they are worth the extra bulk/weight/cost.
Katadyn Hiker Pro Water Filter (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/301509739981/)
http://i.imgur.com/MXob1iy.png
More stuff to go wrong
Let us know how you get on with it, I've been eying one of these myself at the local outdoors store. :)
Let us know how you get on with it, I've been eying one of these myself at the local outdoors store. :)
Will do bud. Should be getting out within next couple of weeks.
More stuff to go wrong
Yes but that's irrelevant because I can still take the Sawyer as backup, it's only 60g and very small. Plus I have been reading a lot about Katadyn and the vast majority or people have said they love them and are very reliable.
I may even use the Sawyer for quick top ups for water bottle and the Katadyn for base camp water collection.
Thumbcrusher
03-02-2015, 09:58 AM
Robens stratos tent
http://www.outdooraction.co.uk/tents-backpacking-tents/robens/robens-stratos-tent-pd-5873.php?gclid=CNTqnMXBxcMCFUcTwwodc58A6A
Thumbcrusher
03-02-2015, 09:59 AM
Trangia Triangle
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Trangia-Triangle-Lightweight-Camping-Stove/dp/B004LSASOK
laika
03-02-2015, 07:44 PM
Mountain Hard Wear Trango 3.1 Arch. This is the rare expedition version of the Trango 3.1 - absolute bargain on e-bay - never used. Easton poles - totally bomb proof construction....... More tent than I thought I could ever afford. I don't understand who buys something that good and never uses it. Anyway, we're ready to take the kids up Snowdon week after next.......
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FishyFolk
10-02-2015, 10:04 AM
My new softshell jacket arrived.
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/High-quality-Lurker-Shark-skin-Soft-Shell-TAD-V-4-0-Outdoor-Military-Tactical-Jacket-Waterproof/1048281822.html
At size 3XL it just barely fit length wise. But roomy enough to get a wool sweater in it without looking like a stuffed sausage...
I have quite long arms, and they could not have been a cm shorter on this jacket. Also a little short in the front waist, but it is longer in the back.
Other dislikes: No side pockets. The zippers on the front pockets go all the way down, so if you open them with your monile phone in it, it will fall out. No inside pockets. And all the elastic
to zinge it in are quite thin, and I will probably replace them at some stage.
+for the arm pockets, usefull for credit or membership cards.
Overall I am happy with it though. I ordered the dark green one. It will be ok for spring, summer and autumn use. But it's to short in the waist to be a good winter jacket. But I have my UK army shell jacket,
so suppose I can wear that obver this one if the weather gets tough.
Time will tell if it is weather proof. But will get a chance to test it as we have a couple of more storms on the way :-)
midas
10-02-2015, 11:25 AM
They do look a little short n only to the waist,.my Browning Softshell comes well down the hips,n with the matching trouser/sallapots coming up to chest high.keeps the important bits warm.
Ranger
10-02-2015, 11:27 AM
Well my tarp came in yesterday and it feels very solid and is very roomy! The only thing concerning me is that the tieouts on tabs seem slightly loose, which might be a problem in the future, but first I need to take this bad boy out and get some use on him!
OakAshandThorn
10-02-2015, 03:08 PM
Good friend of mine bought me a vintage True Temper Kelly Works Flint Edge as a birthday pressie, I'm excited for this upcoming restoration. :jumping-joy:
The head is a 3.25 pounder/1.5 kg, looks like a Michigan pattern, and it's in decent shape.
Midge_Fodder
10-02-2015, 08:51 PM
This lovely knife, I know I have a shameful addiction to shiny sharp things. It's a Dorset Woodland 01 blade in it and a Micarta handle. Micarta isn't as nice as curly Birch but a lot more durable, this one won't be an expensive ornament, it will be a user.
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/10/417a30fd4a6241f59f6cff3c807da301.jpg
Silverback
11-02-2015, 11:48 PM
I've ended up with 2 new ferret cages and 2 ferrets to go with them although one hutch is now surplus to requirements
Silverback
11-02-2015, 11:49 PM
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/11/ee7a7fc712624a8e0696a99ea6b70aa2.jpg
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/11/08d86861ba7d0222a0f6449c9a70c435.jpg
And here they are.... Arrived from local ferret rescue centre
Silverback
11-02-2015, 11:51 PM
Also bought a pair of karrimor boots for 50 quid to see how they go and a recon tactical hoody for 25 quids
Tarptent Scarp 1 ('https://www.tarptent.com/cgi-bin/surfshop1/shop.cgi?ud=BAQLCgIPBwMFAxQXFx0XHQYJBgEDBQIIAggRFA AA&storeid=1&sortby=itemid&cols=3&c=detail.htm&itemid=111&bcount=1&categories=00008&fromcat=00008')
http://i.imgur.com/97vFuD8.png
Midge_Fodder
13-02-2015, 02:51 PM
Toshiba Camileo Z100 camcorder. Meant to get into filming videos for long enough, now I've finally got round to ordering one. Doesn't have the best zoom in the world but I can live with that tbh.
Kovea KB-1109 Spider ('http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/251813240830')
beermaker
14-02-2015, 07:27 PM
A ten inch and a twelve inch Le Creuset cast iron casseroles for a few quid in the charity shop!! Will drill a hole in the finger lip opposite the handle and make a couple of bail handles next time I have the forge out and hey presto!! A nesting pair of high quality dutch ovens!!
Alpikit Hunka XL (In Kelp) ('https://www.alpkit.com/products/hunka-xl')
Got the blue version but want the Kelp for a bit of woodland/tarp ground dwelling :)
http://i.imgur.com/M6koovq.png
Ordered some game meat, gonna take the Squirrel and one of the birds into woods :)
1x Squirrel
1x Wood Pigeon
1x Pheasant
1x Red Legged Partridge
http://i.imgur.com/Lb1pNV3.png
Silverback
18-02-2015, 09:53 PM
Couldn't you have got at least two of those yourself?
Happy to show you how if you don't know
Whilst I'm here bought a pair of Swiss army trousers for a tenner
Couldn't you have got at least two of those yourself?
Happy to show you how if you don't know
Whilst I'm here bought a pair of Swiss army trousers for a tenner
I know how but just prefer not to bud. Thanks for offer though.
Silverback
18-02-2015, 10:15 PM
Can even show you how to suss out if it's safe, unless it's the thought of the kill and processing that puts you off
Can even show you how to suss out if it's safe, unless it's the thought of the kill and processing that puts you off
Yeah it's mainly that bud. I would like to be able to do it but just don't think I could kill/prep it so prefer to get them ready done.
Silverback
18-02-2015, 11:17 PM
Fair enough at least your honest about it
Midge_Fodder
20-02-2015, 05:00 AM
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/19/46f785dbebf8fb4d9a6c73b524982bfb.jpg
This, it means I can use my Hex-drive auger bits. Mother wants me to make her a gate from split sweet chestnut, joints will be socket and peg. Quite looking forward to the project if I'm honest.
haytor7
21-02-2015, 07:12 PM
just picked up one of these it's just what I wanted.
http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk37/rstu67/WP_20150221_001.jpg (http://s276.photobucket.com/user/rstu67/media/WP_20150221_001.jpg.html)
OakAshandThorn
21-02-2015, 08:31 PM
Paint and varnish stripper and a Cold Steel Frontier tomahawk :)
toney0105
22-02-2015, 05:56 AM
I've just got these new books
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/21/691ddf67b8314d94604b231ef97f0462.jpg
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/21/787ec7b5004a80434e8258d9a8bb98d2.jpg
And food for free
Rasputin
22-02-2015, 01:04 PM
Considering its size the food for free is bril....as are the others
Pootle
22-02-2015, 05:28 PM
I love the Collins gems. not as detailed as the full guides but you can actually carry a few of them without breaking your back. I sometimes have to lug a few of the full field guides around and it's not fun.
I love the Collins gems. not as detailed as the full guides but you can actually carry a few of them without breaking your back. I sometimes have to lug a few of the full field guides around and it's not fun.
Take the ebook on ereader/tablet?
toney0105
22-02-2015, 07:32 PM
I only order them on late Thursday night and they came yesterday a a little look through them and very impressed with the amount of information in them.
FishyFolk
26-02-2015, 01:26 PM
Finally bit the bullet and ordered a Wenger Ranger Grip 79 :-)
http://www.topsecret.no/products/wenger-rangergrip-79821x
http://cdn.mystore3.no/cdn/250_140/countryshop/2649_Norsk_forhandler_Wenger_RangerGrip_79.821.X_1 .jpg
Been wanting a larger swiss knife, and the saw on these are suppose to be very good. Was really drooling at the wood handled Wenger Ranger Wood 55, whicj is the same knife. But it is more expensive, and hard to find in Norway.
This will be a fine addition to my kit, for when I become active in the Rescue organisation I just joined too. I do not think I want a belt knife for that. So this will be a more discreet option :-)
Then sapper has tipped me about another type of knife that is more rescue specific...but waiting until I am more settled in, and know that I will keep this up :-)
OakAshandThorn
26-02-2015, 08:58 PM
Me Cold Steel Frontier Hawk just came in, it's 'freakin AWESOME :jumping-joy:
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I'm quite surprised with the quality. The helve had near perfect grain orientation, and it didn't appear to be coated with a lacquer, but rather a wax finish. The edge itself wasn't too sharp, but the angle was just about spot on. Oh, and it make short work of a seasoned hickory log without any prior edge refining on my part :).
I do believe I found myself a lightweight alternative to my Gränsfors Small Forest Axe. Now to do some modding :D....
Rasputin
26-02-2015, 09:52 PM
Finally bit the bullet and ordered a Wenger Ranger Grip 79 :-) You wont be sorry Rune, she who must be obeyed bought me the hardwoods 55 a couple of years ago,they are awsome knives especially the saw,because of its extra length. Dont be fooled by the "hardwoods" label Rune they are "plasticy" feeling scales not wood. It has the FSC logo on the box but then goes on to say....MIXED SOURCES. product group from well managed forests and recycled wood or fibre. I really like the knife but had to make a sheath for my belt as its too heavy and big for my pocket, enjoy, Ken
Rasputin
26-02-2015, 09:58 PM
Me Cold Steel Frontier Hawk just came in, it's 'freakin AWESOME Looking good Jon
jus_young
26-02-2015, 10:21 PM
Me Cold Steel Frontier Hawk just came in, it's 'freakin AWESOME :jumping-joy:
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I'm quite surprised with the quality. The helve had near perfect grain orientation, and it didn't appear to be coated with a lacquer, but rather a wax finish. The edge itself wasn't too sharp, but the angle was just about spot on. Oh, and it make short work of a seasoned hickory log without any prior edge refining on my part :).
I do believe I found myself a lightweight alternative to my Gränsfors Small Forest Axe. Now to do some modding :D....
Have three of those, they are great for axe throwing and nice and light for when I let the Scouts have a go
FishyFolk
26-02-2015, 11:02 PM
Have three of those, they are great for axe throwing and nice and light for when I let the Scouts have a go
I was so disappointed by my Cold Steel Hawk that I never even bothered finishing the refurb I had planned for it. Glad others are more happy. It was straight back to hatchets for me. But I am considering ordering an Øyo Viking axe, and those are more or less like a Hawk, with a shorter handle. So I am not toatlly giving up on that look. :-)
Glad others find them usefull. Mine sits rusting in a corner in the shed...
FishyFolk
27-02-2015, 04:25 PM
1,2 litre food Thermos for pre cooked grub when the family goes somewhere.
FishyFolk
28-02-2015, 08:14 PM
I was so disappointed by my Cold Steel Hawk that I never even bothered finishing the refurb I had planned for it. Glad others are more happy. It was straight back to hatchets for me. But I am considering ordering an Øyo Viking axe, and those are more or less like a Hawk, with a shorter handle. So I am not toatlly giving up on that look. :-)
Glad others find them usefull. Mine sits rusting in a corner in the shed...
I guess my hawk is doomed now. I just ordered the Wetterlings Outdoor axe 32cm
http://a3.static.outnorth.com/image/upload/c_pad,h_1200,w_1200/v1418788631/uploads/live_product_image/file/0/0/51/51683/wetterlings-lilla-yxan.jpg
FishyFolk
02-03-2015, 12:59 PM
The shiny kit ordering streak never ends. My wife wen't on a shopping binge on the net, So while she was at it I managed to lure in a Tad 4.0 look alike fleece jacket for me as well, and paid for by her :-)
Pootle
04-03-2015, 08:16 AM
Helikon sfu in coyote.
Really pleased so far; More sturdy than walking trousers, less heavy than work trousers/jeans. Really comfortable, and great pockets!
The only downsize is they are a bit long in the leg which, as they are quite a generous cut, means they drag in the mud. . no problem though I'll take them up an inch or so.
Chubbs
04-03-2015, 09:50 AM
British Army issue DPM bivi bag.
Looks virtually brand new and cost £15.00 including P & P.
Handmade wet formed leather Bahco Laplander sheath. Has a belt loop and was £20.00 including P & P from a leather worker on another site.
FishyFolk
04-03-2015, 10:02 AM
Well, I ordered a Wenger 79 last week, Today the package arrived in my mailbox, and I was quite happy. Until I opened it and found a Wenger 74 inside.
The latter is 30£ more expensive, so normally I would just have shut up and pocketed it )yup there is my little character flaw right there).
But there is no saw on the Wenger 74, and that saw is the whole reason I really bought it. The 74 do have pliers instead of the saw, but I got a better set of that on my Leatherman SUpertool III, that also has a saw. So this one goes back, provided they pay for postage :-)
Oh, the humanity. What we have to put up with! :guns:
Update: They are out of stock on the Wenger Ranger Grip 79. So they have offered to send me a Wenger Ranger 79 (the standard black one, without the rubber insets) + a return postage slip for the 74...hmmm
Update #2
They manage to find a Wenger Ranger Grip 178 instead. It's the model with one handed opening, saw, and a phillips head screw driver instead of the cork screw. I do not like wine anyway. :-)
The only let down is that the 178 has a serrated edge, but I can live with that. Was going to use this for when I am out on SAR in the future, if I ever quallify. so a knife that is good at cutting rope is probably the better option....besides the Wenger Ranger Grips have a ridicilously long ricasso, so the serrated edge is probably a better knife overall, than the straight edge versions. At least that is what I told myself before I accepted the offer. :happy-clapping:
Back to renw the siege around the mailbox.
Ehecatl
04-03-2015, 03:21 PM
A new watch...
http://www.thewatchhut.co.uk/assets/products/lg-T49823%202157121-279816.jpg
FishyFolk
04-03-2015, 09:41 PM
Silva Ranger S mirror compass.
This one was completely unvolutarily. I was going for my first SAR training wich was basic use of map and compass + GPS, and they asked that I bring my own compass. And of course mine was gone from the "get-out-and have-a brew" bag. So it was a quick run to Clas Ohlson, and get whatever they had, which was this one. Good choice as it is what the rest of them had as well...hehe
Well, well, the old one did have a bubble problem under certain conditions anyway. But it was £20 that I could have used for something else. :confused2:
But okay, at least I have a pretty make-up mirror :-)
bopdude
04-03-2015, 10:15 PM
Lol I wish I had your expendable budget mate :)
Silverback
04-03-2015, 10:16 PM
He'll need an expendable budget as a sar volunteer
bopdude
04-03-2015, 10:20 PM
Lol I think he has everything now, just look back through this thread.
bopdude
04-03-2015, 10:34 PM
Above and beyond :)
Silverback
04-03-2015, 10:36 PM
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/04/1a9a06ad295e039c1a442f92e9dc76c4.jpg
Maybe ;-)
bopdude
04-03-2015, 10:38 PM
A cracker :)
FishyFolk
04-03-2015, 11:21 PM
Hah!,
I've seen their ware house now. It is full of kit for lend. And they have told me not to invest in anything, at least not until I am sure this is the thing for me.
And yes, I do have everything. Unless I start to fall into SAR fashion items...
He looked at the web shop for the mother organisation. High visibility west...£15. High visibillity west with pockets...£60. I know wich one I'll get....the one they loan out to the noobs :-)
Anyway, going on my first thing with them next weekend. They are the medics for a large winter sport event, so I'll lend a hand. I do not have the official first aid course yet, so I'll be tehre to be lost, found, lost again, be in the way, get confused, and try to learn something while I make terrible tea for everyone so they never ask me to do it again...
But they will get to look over my kit, and tell me if I need anything, but tiold me if there is anything, they probably have some to lend me... :-)
Sp whatever I spend will be because I fall for some SAR community fashion... i.e, got to have a high visibility west with pockets!
OakAshandThorn
05-03-2015, 01:09 PM
A new watch...
http://www.thewatchhut.co.uk/assets/products/lg-T49823%202157121-279816.jpg
I've got one of the shock resistant models (T49451, I think)...still ticking, it's on my wrist every time I go out :). It's a shame the outdoor shops don't sell these here, they are an incredible bang for your $.
FishyFolk
05-03-2015, 02:12 PM
A new watch...
http://www.thewatchhut.co.uk/assets/products/lg-T49823%202157121-279816.jpg
Nice one. I have not used my wrist watch for years. The bars that held the armband kept breaking, so now in the end I got tired of replacing them every few months. It is a Citizen I bought in the Lebanon back in 1994, and still works fine.
Lately I have been starting to feel the "need" for a writswatch agian, so maybe one of these Timex things is the way back. Sure looks nice, and not in the super pricey department either. My very first watch was a Timex :-)
greg.g
08-03-2015, 01:49 PM
Had a white box stove delivered yesterday.
Boiled enough water for 2 mugs of tea in no time.
Very happy:D
shack
08-03-2015, 08:50 PM
Got it Wednesday but proper test yesterday on Rippon Tor with Daughter No113082
FishyFolk
11-03-2015, 04:13 PM
Wohoooo finally recieved my Wenger Ranger Grip 178. That is the model with a saw, a phillips head screwdriver instead of a cork screw and and a partially serrated knife blade + the usual can opener and flatehead screwdriver...
I like it so far, but have not cut anything with it yet. Perhaps I will review it for the forum when I have had it for a while. I am no fan of serrated blades, But okay, maybe nice to have one knife that is good at cutting ropes, as I will probably wear this when I am on duty for the SAR team...on duty, lol. I'll be making tea and answering the phone, no glory for me :-)
Anyways it's nice to have a larger SAK. With the blade extended it is larger than a Mora 711. And I have a vertical carry pouch that fits it perfectly :-)
Thought I would give a bit of photography a go while out. Should be better than phone or Sony lens addon.
Sony DSC-HX300 ('http://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/cyber-shot-compact-cameras/dsc-hx300/specifications')
Micromuff Skinny Wind Muffler ('https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B007XCTT9Q/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1')
Pixel RC-201/S2 Cable Shutter Switch ('http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/281397297908?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT')
AA3 Black Camera Case Bag ('http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/181157416356?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT')
Thumbcrusher
14-03-2015, 03:43 PM
http://www.backpackinglight.co.uk/practical/XA107.html
Fjällräven Barents Pro Trousers ('http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0079LXDH0')
Right bloody size this time.
FishyFolk
16-03-2015, 06:43 AM
Fjällräven Barents Pro Trousers ('http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0079LXDH0')
Right bloody size this time.
LOL to that :-)
I recieved a new fleece hoodie just before the weekend. On of them TAD 4 look-a-likes with small pockets on the arms. Used it yesterday and it was nice and warm.
And for onc ethe sizes where right. So it's big and comfy to wear.
LOL to that :-)
I recieved a new fleece hoodie just before the weekend. On of them TAD 4 look-a-likes with small pockets on the arms. Used it yesterday and it was nice and warm.
And for onc ethe sizes where right. So it's big and comfy to wear.
In my case I mixed up the EU sizing and got a few sizes too small. When they first arrived I didn't check them and didn't for open for couple of month until recently when realized they were a tad tight lol.
Chubbs
17-03-2015, 07:55 PM
The back is getting worse so its time to go a bit lighter, instead of taking loads.
At a recent meet forum member Scott pulled out his new toy which was an Mkettle. Another forum member BigT got one and we tried it out last weekend at a local haunt. Great, great bit of kit. Lightweight, quick boiling and multifuel, it presses all the right buttons for me so I ordered one of the adonised ones this morning along with a new Trangia burner.
http://www.backpackinglight.co.uk/cookers-and-stoves/RD102.html
Also bought a much lighter sleeping bag. Its an Italian army 3 season bag which includes a hood and weighs in at 1.6 kg.
No more buying for me for a while now
Midge_Fodder
17-03-2015, 08:30 PM
An Airflo Journeyman 5/6 for my upcoming month long holiday to New Zealand. I've decided if I still like it after a month expatriation is a pretty viable option.
Silverback
20-03-2015, 05:42 PM
Wild country Hoolie 2. 119.00 from local retailer ready for expedition leader assessment and PW walk next year
Bernie
22-03-2015, 01:51 PM
Drifting through the car boot this morning I came across a person selling all sorts for £1 each. I took the largest saw blade she had with the intention of cutting some knifes from this steel. (yes, £1 !)
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-dVZtTvGZD1Y/VQ673BrnqeI/AAAAAAAAc-M/gmAiH4tjdqU/w1085-h612-no/IMAG6991.jpg
It measures 645 mm (almost 25.5") in diameter. :D
Time to search the web for some knife designs...
Bernie
22-03-2015, 05:35 PM
Later that same day... My first Santoku style knife!
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-l9OAqfnaP8M/VQ74WoePlWI/AAAAAAAAdEU/-7KYLf-9TVQ/w382-h677-no/IMAG7022.jpg
Sure the edge is polished and some scratches remain, but over the years to come I'll gradually work them out. Shaving sharp beauty, and I think the rust pits make it that much prettier - almost a forged look. :)
midas
22-03-2015, 06:48 PM
Later that same day... My first Santoku style knife!
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-l9OAqfnaP8M/VQ74WoePlWI/AAAAAAAAdEU/-7KYLf-9TVQ/w382-h677-no/IMAG7022.jpg
Sure the edge is polished and some scratches remain, but over the years to come I'll gradually work them out. Shaving sharp beauty, and I think the rust pits make it that much prettier - almost a forged look. :)
Its got "character",Bernie...Have two 18cm Santoku knives,one a damascus 32 layers each side.1 high carbonin middle.(65)
They are as you state shaving sharp...Santoku...means three virtues...hence the knife can be used to cut ..meat ,fish and vegitables..and I do daily..hope you enjoy it??!!
FishyFolk
23-03-2015, 05:10 PM
Norwegian army NATO type wool sweater. I belive the UK army uses the same one.
I wore mine all trough national service and on 3 deployments overseas, then lost it. So nice to have one again :-)
Bought it mostly for the nostalgia, but also because they are nice and warm, and fit the climate here well :-)
Combine it with a thin fleece Norgie type shirt under it and you got your layers sorted.
The other Norwegian army sweater is to thick and warm to wear most of the time....
Anyway this type is what I got....and found it at the Salvation army charity shop for next to nothing :-)
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Bernie
23-03-2015, 06:51 PM
...and found it at the Salvation army charity shop for next to nothing :-)
We love bargains don't we. A great find. :)
FishyFolk
23-03-2015, 07:44 PM
I've still got my norgie shirt.... Awesome kit
I have a couple of those laying around too. But I have a couple n the same design in modern fleece material. Much better. The original army ones are cotton.
But yes, nice and warm when dry, but I have been frozen half to death, while standing in the standard NATO hate position while wearing them to many times....thats when you try to stand perfectly still in the middle of your clothes in the vain hope that your skin will not touch your soaking wet cloaths...our kit was really ridicilously bad back when I was in...except for a few items....and I do not count the Norgie ammong them. Actually most Norwegian soldiers can't fathom why the UK soldiers coming over here wanted them at all :-)
We wore them only because if we got caught wearing non standard issue kit, we would not get compensation for cold injuries, and the Norgie was the only uniform kit we had with a long neck....
Invicta
29-03-2015, 06:47 PM
Robens stratos tent
http://www.outdooraction.co.uk/tents-backpacking-tents/robens/robens-stratos-tent-pd-5873.php?gclid=CNTqnMXBxcMCFUcTwwodc58A6A
Say Thumbcrusher what do think of the Stratos Tent would you recommend it?
Lookes like a good alternative when I cannot use my hammock.
Durham Bushcrafter
30-03-2015, 05:45 PM
In 1997... I bought a collection of Air Rifles from a woman whose Husband had passed and she wanted them outta the house., she was adamant on the price.'Not a penny more. not a penny less'.
So i handed over the cash and recieved......'about 8 telescopic sights, a bunch of pellets, a few bags, an ASI Paratrooper, Webley Hawk MKIII, BSA Airsporter, A sharp innova in .177, a webley junior air pistol, a webley tempest, 3 el gamo .22 rifles an original 45 all in MINT condition and about enough parts to make 3 or 4 Wheirauch HW 35s............the missus went loonytunes on me... when i told her i spent £250
Funny thing was, after checking and cleanin ( they were an inch of dust on em) them all, fixing up two of the HW35s and selling the lot for over £900 she suddenly wasnt so loonytunes.... so i took her out for a nice steak...and the next day bought a BMW K1OO motorcycle.
Is it any wonder she divorced me? :happy-clapping:
( Sandy, if your reading this...THANK YOU!)
Thumbcrusher
30-03-2015, 06:47 PM
Say Thumbcrusher what do think of the Stratos Tent would you recommend it?
Lookes like a good alternative when I cannot use my hammock.
I'm very happy with it mate. not the smallest packing tent but very lightweight despite size. I was really surprised at how roomy it is when its set up - easy get three people and their rucksacks in there no problem. Ideal for backpacking i'd say.
Invicta
30-03-2015, 07:17 PM
Thanks for reply,
It looks really good, nice and simple set up too. What I have found is although you may want to travel light some tents can be too small.
ian c
13-04-2015, 10:38 PM
A pair of PLCE Bergan side pouches only £3 at the booty yesterday.
Rasputin
14-04-2015, 03:26 PM
Well I didn't buy them....... a pressie off her indoors, A self healing archery boss and targets and 10 wooden arrows, luvly jubly
OakAshandThorn
14-04-2015, 10:08 PM
Local EMS store was selling Backpackers' Pantry dehydrated meals at 6 for $24...so of course I got 6 of them :jumping-joy:
Rasputin
14-04-2015, 10:39 PM
Local EMS store was selling Backpackers' Pantry dehydrated meals at 6 for $24...so of course I got 6 of them :jumping-joy: Dont know what they normally sell for over there but it sounds like a deal to me T^
Primerib
25-04-2015, 12:21 PM
I was actually looking for a Leatherman Squirt P4, because I didn't want the PS4 and by accident stumbled upon this on the bay. An USAF 6545-01-534-0935 Cage 7S327 Survival Module for 44 € including p&p! I have to say that I am quite surprised by the value that I got for my money. The module was declared "opened" so I was sceptic at first but everything was more or less mint condition except for the mirror.
1x Leatherman Squirt P4
2x Laser Light Finger Points (1x Visible Red, 1x IR) - quite impressed by these little lights
2x Wetfire Tinder
10x Aquamira Waterpurifcation Tablets
10x Stormproof Matches in waterproof container
1x Sparky thing for Firelighting
1x UCME Tornado Whistle (dang that thing is friggn loud!)
1x Tiny Button Compass (which actually works!)
1x key for handcuffs (yeah...ok...nice to have)
1x starflash ultra signal mirror (which was unfortunately broken, read up on the internet that they do disassemble easily)
1x McNett Camo Cravat (The edges are cut rough as it is intended for bandaging. The textile is so strong that I put it on the sewing machine and put proper seams all aroung. Now it is a really neat triangular scarf/bandana-thing in ACU Camo.
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Can't find much about this but bound this pdf on the internet "TECHNICAL MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROCUREMENT, ISSUE, USE AND MAINTENANCE OF MEDICAL KITS" which explains the purpose of this kit like follows:
" NSN 6545-01-534-0935, SURVIVAL MODULE
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3.5.1 Purpose.
The module provides first aid and survival items for Airman to treat injuries sustained in the line of duty
and aid in operations where military personnel and other selected individuals are enabled to emerge from an enemy-held or
hostile area to areas under friendly control."
Quite a good buy in my eyes!
Silkhi
25-04-2015, 08:12 PM
A right bag of goodies that :)
ChrisP
28-04-2015, 10:19 PM
In a moment of genius I have just taken delivery of a 28ft army surplus parachute. Now just trying to decide what to do with it!!
Invicta
30-04-2015, 09:55 PM
Recently visited Caerleon remains of Roman fort near Usk and could not resist buying this replica oil lamp.
They used Olive oil and surprisingly gives of quite a lot of light.
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Definitely coming me on my next trip!
Magicdave
01-05-2015, 05:32 PM
Recently visited Caerleon remains of Roman fort near Usk and could not resist buying this replica oil lamp.
Oh, thank you very much. A great inspiration for my next 3d printed ceramics project. Now time for research.
Does anyone know anything about this brand. On the age old premise that it's steel and it's made in sheffield I just bought this. This and that it has a hickory handle, which also seems to be another sign of quality:
http://www.oldtools.co.uk/en/home/957-ridgway-gouge-adze.html
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It looks like it will need sharpening, and at sometime when I can be bothered, a bit of paint stripper.
I haven't received it yet and wondering if anyone knows anything about it/the company?
Edit: I just noticed the image doesn't display as large as it actually is. The wording says on the head:
"RIDGEWAY Carvers Adze Hand Forged In Sheffield"
And on the shaft:
"*680, RIDGEWAY, Est. 1878, Sheffield England, Hickory".
I'm assuming the *680 is the type of steel, the first digit (the *) is mostly worn off, it could be a 5, 6, 8 or a 9.
Magicdave
01-05-2015, 06:12 PM
By the way, If you happen to know that it's is a duffer don't hold back in telling me. The blue paint did put me off at first, but I don't think it is as I was taught all the little clues for identifying quality second hand chisels. I put a similar train of thought into this. I think the price was good, and I'm sure at the very least it'll do me for a while as I build my tool kit.
David_JAFO
01-05-2015, 07:05 PM
hello,
I've found myself a local supplier of race bearings to make a bow drill fire starter bearing block, saves going online & PayPal etc.. £1.00 - £1.50 lower end same size higher end £2.00 - £3.00 each. Excellent deal on the tube containing 8 bearings. *size measured against a 10p piece. :wink:
Regards
David
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Magicdave
02-05-2015, 12:30 PM
I'm assuming the *680 is the type of steel, the first digit (the *) is mostly worn off, it could be a 5, 6, 8 or a 9.[/I]
Just got this delivered, it'll take a lot of sharpening. The number "*" is actually a letter. I think a B, possibly a P.
roger352
02-05-2015, 02:10 PM
A cut throat razor no more disposable razors.
Invicta
02-05-2015, 04:10 PM
I'd be scared of cutting my throat:shocked:
roger352
02-05-2015, 04:26 PM
So am I Lol
Ehecatl
05-05-2015, 08:20 AM
Ridgeline Monsoon ELITE Waterproof Smock Jacket - Green
http://www.teamwildoutfitters.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/736x460/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/r/i/ridgeline_monsoon_euro_ii_smock_-_rlcpame20_2.jpg
Rasputin
05-05-2015, 01:19 PM
Ridgeline Monsoon, Great...not cheap, but worth every penny methinks..T^
midas
05-05-2015, 02:11 PM
Cutthroat,not the thing for the "Morning after" or D.T's......lol.
Invicta
05-05-2015, 08:30 PM
Gives me the shakes thinking about it.:zombie-fighting::shocked:
Thumbcrusher
05-05-2015, 08:36 PM
Ridgeline Monsoon ELITE Waterproof Smock Jacket - Green
http://www.teamwildoutfitters.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/736x460/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/r/i/ridgeline_monsoon_euro_ii_smock_-_rlcpame20_2.jpg
Nice! Ive got the older model and find it a bit errr sweaty! love it and its tough as hell but definitely not for being very active in. can you do us a review of this new one mate?
Silkhi
05-05-2015, 09:12 PM
My Wynnchester bedroll turned up today - I have been drooling over them for ages and finally decided to take the plunge! very happy with it on first impression - I will try and give it a go at the weekend. It was expensive and yeah it's heavy but I reckon it will be bombproof and outlast me. Always my dream to find something to unroll and crawl into at the end of a day rather than fiddling about. Hooped bivy would be cheaper but hey it's canvas, old school looking &...basically I like it :)
roger352
05-05-2015, 10:11 PM
Not sure if I said about this, a longbow to finish off tillering off e-bay. Here's the write up.
HERE WE HAVE FOR AUCTION A TRIPLE LAMINATE ENGLISH LONGBOW STAVE TO MAKE YOUR OWN ENGLISH LONGBOW . WOODS USED IN ITS CONSTRUCTION ARE - MAPLE BELLY, MASSARANDUBA CORE AND BACKED WITH ASH. FLOOR TILLERED , PRE SHAPED WITH HORN NOCKS SHAPED AND FITTED AND FLEMISH STRING INCLUDED. ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS REMOVE WOOD FROM THE BELLY AS YOU TILLER IT TO GET THAT FULL COMPASS SHAPE WHILST REDUCING IT TO THE DRAW WEIGHT OF YOUR CHOICE. SHOULD GET 45-50LB MAXIMUM FROM THIS STAVE. JUST THE THING FOR DIY / BUSHCRAFT ,PRIMITIVE SKILLS, TRADITIONAL CRAFTS ETC, PLENTY OF PLANS AND BUILD ALONGS ON THE NET TO HELP YOU ON YOUR WAY! JUST TO MAKE CLEAR, THIS IS NOT A FINISHED BOW, ITS A LAMINATED STAVE WHICH REQUIRES WORK BEFORE ITS SHOOTABLE!
Ehecatl
06-05-2015, 07:20 AM
Nice! Ive got the older model and find it a bit errr sweaty! love it and its tough as hell but definitely not for being very active in. can you do us a review of this new one mate?
I certainly shall. It's had one outing along the southern coast of the Isle of Wight and I can confirm it's nice and wind proof. Once I've put it through its paces in the wet I'll let you all know (shouldn't be too long as Benny moves in on Sunday!).
Cheers,
M@
roger352
21-05-2015, 10:24 PM
A unused bushcraft tools fire piston for a tenner including P&P.
Silkhi
22-05-2015, 10:59 PM
Very off topic but I bought a Savannah cat!13264 Girl at the front. Very happy!
quidditys_shore
24-05-2015, 11:37 AM
I've just had this from the wife
"what have you bought? ANOTHER tent?! "
In my defence it is cheap! I've got a Polish lavvu poncho tent (without pole, gonna use a hiking stick I think) for just £8.25 off ebay! Though apparently I don't need another one having already got
28 year old 2 man tunnel (from my Doe!)
Proaction hike lite 1 man
Yellowstone matterhorn 1 man (only bought to have a side entrance tent on the cheap!)
2 man dome tent (supermarket £5, probably for just kit storing)
Hammock & tarp
Pro action 6 man (only one wife uses lol)
Ehecatl
24-05-2015, 03:39 PM
There's a simple formula for calculating the amount of bushcraft related kit you need (whether it's tents, knives, rucksacks, smocks etc).
It's N+1 where is the number you already have. Simple. :happy-clapping:
SGL70
25-05-2015, 06:43 PM
:))
quidditys_shore
26-05-2015, 06:46 AM
There's a simple formula for calculating the amount of bushcraft related kit you need (whether it's tents, knives, rucksacks, smocks etc).
It's N+1 where is the number you already have. Simple. :happy-clapping:
Haha I like your thinking! The "it's only 1 more" has been working so far..... Though another good one I use is quietly adding things to my haul (either hiding it with them or when deliveries come unnoticed) because when it's there it means I've always had it! If questioned the response is "I've had it for ages just never used it"
Thumbcrusher
27-05-2015, 08:57 PM
Haha I like your thinking! The "it's only 1 more" has been working so far..... Though another good one I use is quietly adding things to my haul (either hiding it with them or when deliveries come unnoticed) because when it's there it means I've always had it! If questioned the response is "I've had it for ages just never used it"
Lets hope she doesn't read this the mate! LOL:rolleyes:
SGL70
28-05-2015, 04:10 PM
I recently bought a fetching red MilTec Assault 36l
http://i1323.photobucket.com/albums/u583/SGL70/medscalemil-tec_assault_pack_large_red_1_zps2przupra.jpg
and a Nallo 2 GT, also red....Still married, luckily enough.
David_JAFO
29-05-2015, 04:23 PM
hello,
2 clear Karrimor Tritan 1 Litre bottles brand new on sale bargain bucket price 50p each :wink:
Regards
David
-Tim-
01-06-2015, 07:23 PM
My new purchase Muurikka-Leisku,
https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/v/t1.0-9/11377133_841259965910574_65072034903374545_n.jpg?o h=9f97d139ba937be9e76bc4679819ebc4&oe=56025F19
After seeing one in action I had to have one, folds up and there fore takes up less room than my black iron frying pan.
Here it is in action with my Muurikka 3ltr campfire kettle.
https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/11140224_838818599488044_7522585285145101828_n.jpg ?oh=eea5f60cb3b1b78e0ce7708ef2b9f949&oe=560A0281
Cheers
Tim
FishyFolk
06-06-2015, 01:56 PM
Could not find my "guksi" so I grebbed one from the local supermarket. Mine is without the flag.
Also some noodles, energy bars, instant hot chockolate and instant soups for the SAR grab pack.
Large excercice next week involving the local Rescue Dog handler asscociation, Norwegian Peoples aid, The Red Cross Rescue Services, The Police and the Coast Guard.
We'll be doing urban and beach search ops, and we are required to bring food for the first 24 hrs as per SOP. So need something I can just
soak in hot water and get down me neck fast when an oportunity comes allong, or just eat out of my pockets.http://eagleproducts.no/treartikler/kopper_krus_i_tre/content_1/filelist_74b0b6a8-41f7-4021-8a00-2a6e026e6761/1395325482272/lw326_sj_en.jpg
FishyFolk
06-06-2015, 07:09 PM
The ammount of kit that goes AWOL in this house :sad:
So had to get a new 320z Nalgene bottle as well...I guess it's time to clean up that shed, take stock and see what else needs replacement, fixing or has gone AWOL during the winter...
things have sort of migrated to everywhere but where they are supposed to be...
ian c
07-06-2015, 12:54 AM
Fishy I know that feeling when I cannot find what I am looking for and when I go to my garage its a nightmare as its full of bushcraft stuff, fishing stuff, purse nets, long nets, snares and what ever kit I had left over from when I was in the army, also what ever else I find to put in there.
Decided to grab a bit of a luxury item. Been thinking about getting one for a while after trying many other lighter chairs and them being crap in one way or another. Webtogs were doing them for £70 (Usually 80+) so pulled trigger. I did look for same OEM design on Aliexpress hoping to save a bit but couldn't find same design so went for the branded.
Alite Mayfly 2.0 ('https://www.webtogs.com/en-UK/Alite-Mayfly-Trek-Chair/32543wmp.htm?colour=Black')
Has anybody here used/using one of these? Seem to be very comfy judging from people have said.
https://www.webtogs.com/product_images/70088/70088-thumb180-1.jpg
Comparison between the three I was considering...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KE3jTT_rMRE
Chubbs
09-06-2015, 05:39 PM
Was looking at that chair or something similar earlier Adz.
Is it the one that weighs just over a pound in weight and you can strap it to your pack.
-Tim-
09-06-2015, 08:11 PM
Tatonka meths burner, flame adjuster and stand......
Cheers
Tim
Chubbs
09-06-2015, 10:33 PM
Tatonka meths burner, flame adjuster and stand......
Cheers
Tim
Bought one of those on the forum not long back. Great little stove. They seem to have more oomph than the Trangia burner and sounds like a gas ring when on full burn.
Was looking at that chair or something similar earlier Adz.
Is it the one that weighs just over a pound in weight and you can strap it to your pack.
700g as far as I know bud. Comes more compact than the others. I'm just gunna put in a side pocket of pack.
Cumulus Panyam 600 (http://www.arklight-design.com/cumulus-panyam-600-c2x12016615)
Markeff
16-06-2015, 04:49 AM
I got a 28' parachute for £35 AND swims is pleased !!!!
Terra Nova Discovery Bivy (http://www.terra-nova.co.uk/tarps-bivis-bothies/all-bivis-bivi-bags/discovery-bivi/)
Upgrade from my Alpkit Hunka XL
-Tim-
16-06-2015, 05:06 PM
Ordered me a new boat!HERE (http://www.gumotex.co.uk/inflatable-canoe-palava-1)
The idea is to be able to chuck it in the van for more distant locations when not on a canoeing specific holiday :), it can be paddled both tandem and solo.
It has good reviews and able to take on Grade three white water....(some say four but I won't, I have a specific boat for that)
Cheers
Tim
FishyFolk
17-06-2015, 10:00 AM
The local COOP supermarket was running a 50% discount on a Helly Hansen Loke shell jacket. Can't believe how light and packable it is. Got it for my SAR pack, and large enoutgh to fit over my Soft-shell jacket or a thick fleece, and yet it packs down into it's own pocket :-) http://shop.hellyhansen.com/gb/item/loke-jacket-62252/?t_type=src&COLOR=226%20BRIGHT%20ORANGE&t_type=cat
Also went into the salvation army shop, and came out with a brand new, still with it's tags on, Eagle Products 60 litre backpack. That will be my new SAR pack. I used a 40 litre pack during the excercise last weekend, and that turned out to small, as they loaded a 20 litre medic bag on top of it :-). So 40 litres fro personal gear, and the extra 20 for extras I may have to carry....if not I'll break out the 125 litre Norrønna Recon pack thats is in the shed, haha
Last, found a replacement Eagle Products frying pan..the original one has gone AWOL. Okay, off to transfer my SAR kit into the new pack.
FishyFolk
20-06-2015, 07:19 PM
Struck gold :-)
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ian c
20-06-2015, 10:59 PM
Fishy I hope that you don't have to carry them ammo tins when you do your SAR.
FishyFolk
21-06-2015, 08:25 AM
Fishy I hope that you don't have to carry them ammo tins when you do your SAR.
That would just be insane :-)
But I may fill one with first aid stuff, to keep in the car :-)
Pootle
21-06-2015, 06:59 PM
I lashed out on some miendl Bhutan boots a little while back. I've never spent that kind of cash on boots before, but I've just spent a week in Scotland and they've been incredible. up mountains, in boggy marshes, coastal, forest, you name it . I was in them up to 15 hours a day and my feet were not tired, sore, not even damp. I reckon they've earned their keep already.
rosseveritt
23-06-2015, 10:14 AM
My latest purchase. 13324
FishyFolk
23-06-2015, 10:34 AM
My latest purchase. 13324
You wont regret it. I got its bigger brother, the Hultafors felling axe, and it rocks :-)
rosseveritt
23-06-2015, 03:05 PM
You wont regret it. I got its bigger brother, the Hultafors felling axe, and it rocks :-)
T^
Ehecatl
28-06-2015, 08:35 PM
two bottles of bioethanol and a survival bag
Bearpaw Cuben Fiber Lair ('http://www.bearpawwd.com/tents/lair.php')
FishyFolk
29-06-2015, 08:57 AM
The army had me playing with radios, and since then I have been working with them, and most likely will again if I get the kind of work I am after once my degree is in place.
And when I participated in that SAR excercise the other day, I also handle comms. That was probably like an old circus horse smelling saw dust, as now I have ordered a couple of cheap chinese VHF/UHF dual band radios, and enlisted in a HAM course to get a licence so that I can TX legally with them. Plenty of repeaters to trigger in the area. I could always only use them on licence free frequencies, but that would be boring, asthats where all the toy radios are are, so I imagine they are full of kids..
Anyway, it's been 25 years since I went trough the theory in the army, so nice with a refresh :-)
AdanClinton
30-06-2015, 07:52 AM
I have bought a suaoki lamp for my wife ,she is always scared of dark .Hanging this with me ,much more better .
Silkhi
30-06-2015, 09:55 PM
Bearpaw Cuben Fiber Lair ('http://www.bearpawwd.com/tents/lair.php')
Ooh those look nice - please let me know what you think ^^
quidditys_shore
06-07-2015, 01:53 PM
Just got a proaction tiger paws 1 man tent off ebay.
I have the newer (& very orange!) version the hike lite. Absolutely love it & a steal when I got it for £15 in the argos sale.
Not been able to find anything as good, on a budget, as these. They regularly sell for £50 used however the tiger paws I bought today is apparently brand new & a steal at £16 delivered!
Hope it comes when the wife's at work 😂😂😂
Ooh those look nice - please let me know what you think ^^
Should be here within next week or so:)
David_JAFO
14-07-2015, 07:51 AM
hello,
I was given a brand new sealed reel *free of charge of Kelty trip tease lightline. The colour is bright orange with silver reflective flecks throughout. https://www.kelty.com/product/triptease-lightline I'm going to use some of this for tent & basha guy lines maybe create some plaited lanyards for knives etc.. I've traded a few meters with fellow Bushcrafters. No photo's as yet, image from the Kelty website.
Regards
David
13389
FishyFolk
14-07-2015, 02:29 PM
hello,
I was given a brand new sealed reel *free of charge of Kelty trip tease lightline. The colour is bright orange with silver reflective flecks throughout. https://www.kelty.com/product/triptease-lightline I'm going to use some of this for tent & basha guy lines maybe create some plaited lanyards for knives etc.. I've traded a few meters with fellow Bushcrafters. No photo's as yet, image from the Kelty website.
Regards
David
13389
ALways nice to have som line. I just got some avalance cord from the SAR depot. It's a nylon tape with arrows pointing in one direction and the idea is that you tie it around your waist when
crossing avalanche prone terrain. If you get hit and burried, some of the line will stay above the snow and the rescue crew can follow them to dig you out. But it's strong stuff so the SAR team use them for all sorts of stuff. Anyway, nice to have a length of that in my SAR pack :-)
David_JAFO
14-07-2015, 05:18 PM
hello,
Thanks for the reply Rune. Yes I've seen that line to which you refer for SAR use. Got a trade off with a few feet of this with another Bushcrafter for use with a Basha. The remainder cord hanks are for various other uses & guy lines nearly gone. BTW I love your Norway flag embossed Kuksa.
Regards
David
ALways nice to have som line. I just got some avalance cord from the SAR depot. It's a nylon tape with arrows pointing in one direction and the idea is that you tie it around your waist when crossing avalanche prone terrain. If you get hit and burried, some of the line will stay above the snow and the rescue crew can follow them to dig you out. But it's strong stuff so the SAR team use them for all sorts of stuff. Anyway, nice to have a length of that in my SAR pack :-)
ian c
19-07-2015, 10:00 PM
This morning at a boot fare I bought another rucksack a Karrimor Jaguar s75 its in good order with no repairs or needing repairing I did get it to use for repairing another rucksack (Bergan) that someone decided to ruin by cutting off the belt and shortening some of the straps.
AdanClinton
20-07-2015, 09:38 AM
Suaoki solar lantern ,charging,waterproof and SOS .I bought it last week and took it to go outdoor yesterday,worked very well and saved my cellphone .
David_JAFO
26-07-2015, 08:31 PM
hello,
A replacement for both my other DPM & Multicam EDC kitbag with a Condor Outdoor EDC Shoulder Bag in Multicam & a 100ft shank of desert cam 550 paracord.
Regards
David
13406
FishyFolk
27-07-2015, 10:22 AM
hello,
A replacement for both my other DPM & Multicam EDC kitbag with a Condor Outdoor EDC Shoulder Bag in Multicam & a 100ft shank of desert cam 550 paracord.
Regards
David
13406
I have a similar one. Mine fits a my wood gas stove, GSI kettle and kuksa in the main compartment, and inside the kettle I got tea, sugar, barbecue spice and pepper + some instant soups and cocoa.
Mine has a bottle holder/pocket on the side that sits a 0.5 liter Camelbak bottle perfectly. On the other side there is a pocket where I keep my hi-tech fire kit in a small water prrof bag. Behind this there is perfect space for my knife secured with a carbine. Front lid pocket holds my FAK. The zippered pocket behind the main room contains map, compass and whistle. There is a pocket on the sling that is perfect for my leatherman tool. I keep my leuku under the lid secured with another carbine. , and sometimes my littlle wetterlings axe(and or forlding saw.
It's the bag I use the most, and it's been my get out for a walk bag for 3 years now, always packed, always hanging in the hallway, ready to grab and go whenever I feel the urge :-)
rickyamos
27-07-2015, 04:27 PM
The army had me playing with radios, and since then I have been working with them, and most likely will again if I get the kind of work I am after once my degree is in place.
And when I participated in that SAR excercise the other day, I also handle comms. That was probably like an old circus horse smelling saw dust, as now I have ordered a couple of cheap chinese VHF/UHF dual band radios, and enlisted in a HAM course to get a licence so that I can TX legally with them. Plenty of repeaters to trigger in the area. I could always only use them on licence free frequencies, but that would be boring, asthats where all the toy radios are are, so I imagine they are full of kids..
Anyway, it's been 25 years since I went trough the theory in the army, so nice with a refresh :-)
Good luck my friend, all the best, you will smash it.
73 DE M0ZAV
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