Recent content by IamRon

Good one: Marmot! I like the sound of that durability! What's their fit like? I read only good things about the material Patagonia uses but the cut is usually too generous around the gut got me. Or has that changed? Just to clarify, cheap wasn't a requirement. Most important factors I'm looking...

I'd need your help with polyester base layers. Absolutely love the Rothco ecws base layers as they are heavyweight, warm, cheap, durable and they dry lightening fast! Only problem - sizing. As I'm quite slim / athletic I need to order a size down which makes them just a tad too short. Does...

For 99 % of people in western societies 'bush skills' are about as important as last year's news. Yet, having taught my kids basic navigation by the sun / the Southern Cross, how to make a fire (without a lighter), how to forecast the weather by observing plants, animals and the clouds, how to...

Found one on ebay!!! Yay! It's the 2017 version of the 'Feldpullover', exactly like in Dogoak's link. Initial observations: The elbow protectors are rather oddly placed in line with the shoulder pads, so on top of your arm instead of on the back. Who came up with that? It's nice and heavy (same...

Would someone please enlighten me what's with that Lumen / beam length obsession? I never had the need for a torch to shine further than say 50 feet.

On my torso I'm extremely cold sensitive but on my legs I sweat way too much for anything more than pants. Normally I sit with wool but On the odd occasion I need something extra for my legs I much prefer polyester as unlike wool it transfers the sweat away from the skin. I got a couple of pairs...

Wellies might be waterproof but the insulation from below is usually terrible. One of the most effective insulators is styrofoam. The Grey Nomads here stuff their caravan walls with styrofoam to keep the heat out. I knew a guy once who always carried an A4 size piece of styrofoam with a pillow...

Hi guys, Still sh*** outta luck. What's on offer (if international shipping is an option) is the new Miltec version (by far not as good as I heard) or small sizes. I'm currently contemplating whether to bite the bullet at sweaterchalet (about GBP 280) or get a couple of wooly pullies from...

Seavas Jaga, Good on ya! I'm gonna send Jotex (quick Google search BH shop Lerchenfelder strasse revealed the name) an email to see whether they can make an exemption to their no mail order policy. 'If you browse their site I can't be held responsible for your subsequent actions!' - Meh...

I replied yesterday but for some reason my post never appeared. Anyways, First Thanks for your replies! -> Toddy: Thanks for the link! I will check it out. Seems to be good stuff at decent prices. Am I right in saying those guys are the makers of the issued British wool jumper? From what I...

Can't help you with your particular watch but one thing I do know: G-shocks survive more than most weekend warriors. Plus they are cheap to replace and no crying over sentimental value IF they do break.

What worked for me for any stationary 'activities' was layering up with wool and a cheap nasty nylon rain coat. Totally wind- and waterproof. Just don't start running. You'll sweat like a pig on the barbie.

longest - Army wool jumper. it was issued to me used so I guess at least 10 others wore it before me, and I had it for almost 20 years until my car was stolen - with the jumper in the boot. Also: Army boots.Again issued not second hand but probably tenth hand. I had them now for the same 20...

Thanks for your replies guys! @Dogoak - they are beyond superb! Best piece of clothing I ever had! I've never been able to rely on a piece of plastic kit as much as that old wool rag. @Chris the cat - will do! Thanks! Any potential source is great news! @nitrambur - I actually ordered one...

Hi, On discharge from the Austrian Army I 'lost' my Alpine sweater and it became a trusted companion for almost twenty years. A few months ago my car was stolen. Couldn't give a crap about the car (the insurance company paid) but in the boot was my old Alpine sweater ... Now I'm desperately...