Recent content by bobingtonsmyth

Thanks all for your comments, must admit I'm liking the look of the Jack Pyke Countryman boots. So going plump for those when I get a bit of money in my paypal account. Thanks UltimateSurvivor, you can always trust a fellow Yorkshireman to point you in the right direction. Just one last...

Maybe I'm being snobby here, but I just get this feeling that Ray has sold out since moving to ITV. Since the move his shows seem to be more downmarket 'infotainment' compared to his previous excellent more Bushcraft centric shows. But then I do come from a family where my parents called ITV...

First off let me say I know the adage you get what you pay for really applies to the world of footwear but being permanently poor precludes me going out and splashing out on a pair of Meindl's or similar. Therefore need some help/recommendations. I've got about £50 to spare for a new pair of...

Out of interest how did this trek go? I know the areas round Macc and Aber quite well from having Mountain Biked round the area. And if this trek was to be re-tried I'd be more than interested in joining in. Just my cup of tea as it were.

Well I've just moved into the area and got to say am in love with the countryside round here. Would be interested in meeting likeminded souls round here, as I've dusted off my bivi bag and tarp so am always good to go. I'm only gutted that when house hunting my other half completely dismissed a...

Well, have moved up to the Northern Welsh borders from having been stuck in a dull suburb of London and all I can say is Hallelujah!!! Rivers, Mountains, Woods and all visible from my house, all I've got to do is pull on my boots and open the door for adventure. And means I can dust off my...